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Kohei Announces U.S. 2018 Tour
Born and raised in Tokyo, Japan, R&B/ Soul superstar Kohei has made a name for himself throughout the United States at some of the biggest Festivals and venues. Currently living in Harlem, NYC for five years, he has performed in front of crowds of over 30,000 attendees world wide. He had the honor of winning major competitions such as Amateur Night at The Apollo. Past winners include legends such as Michael Jackson, James Brown, Luther Vandross, Sarah Vaughn, Dionne Warwick and the list goes on. Since his victory win, he has performed at the legendary Apollo Theater in Harlem, New York a total of eight times.
By Taylor Thompson8 years ago in Beat
Parklife Festival 2018: Must-See Acts
The 2018 Parklife lineup has been blessed by some of the biggest and best names in indie, hip-hop, grime, and dance music. Acts gracing the stages over the two days include Liam Gallagher, ASAP Rocky, Lorde, Earl Sweatshirt, Jamie XX, and many more incredible artists. There are many must-see acts over the two days at Heaton Park. Get ready for two days full of high energy acts, dancing, grooving and all-out partying with some of the best acts in the business. Here are my MUST-SEE acts of the two days in Manchester.
By Rich Turner8 years ago in Beat
10 Must-Have Music Festival Essentials
Venturing out to your first festival? Or ever wondered what you could possibly need? Here is a quick list of what I never fail to leave behind when attending a festival. You don’t have to listen to me, but I promise your life might be a little easier if you do so!
By Taylor Manivanh8 years ago in Beat
Why Vida Is the Next Hot Music Festival
Picture this. You're miles out, walking past some vineyards, taking the in the scenic hillsides of Vilanova i la Geltrú. Just an hour train ride out of Barcelona, this region could not seem any more different from its bustling neighboring city. It is however, home to the lively, unique, fresh off the boat music festival Vida.
By Savannah Feher8 years ago in Beat
8 Reasons to Go to a Music Festival
Just imagine driving down the road with the aux cord plugged in and your music library on shuffle. Now imagine being able to smile to yourself and say, "I've seen this song live." It's an absolutely wonderful feeling. Think about how music can bring out so many different emotions inside you, just imagine what it would do if you got to experience the magic in person!
By Lily Pitts8 years ago in Beat
Things to Know When Attending Your First Music Festival
Attending your first music festival is a lot like losing your virginity — or, at least it was for me. I loved it, but it was awkward. At points, I didn't know what I was doing and just tried to look sexy. Yes, it was a lot like doing it for the first time, in that respect.
By Ossiana Tepfenhart8 years ago in Beat
Best Alternative Music Festivals
Though alternative music is not an extremely popular genre among festivals, you will be pleased to hear how many there are around the world. Been looking for a reason to travel? Here is the perfect excuse, alternative fans. With festival locations ranging from Rhodopes Mountains, Bulgaria to Luhmühlen, Germany, you have some interesting choices to make this festival season.
By April Demarco8 years ago in Beat
What to Know About Burning Man
Before packing your bags full of candy beads and silly neon get-ups for one of those all-too familiar best music festivals, which tend to be packed with overzealous and immature raver types, know what you're getting yourself into. There's the same Lollapalooza concert every year, plus Tomorrowland that all your friends rave about (no pun intended), or the local warehouse party that's sure to leave a dark splotch in your memory, but before making a single decision, you may want to check this out first...
By Salvador Lorenz8 years ago in Beat
How To Stay Safe at a Music Festival
Some people enjoy attending music festivals once or twice a year — and then, there are people who make raving a lifestyle, such as myself. For the past 10 years, I've been attending raves, festivals, and parties like it was my job. (Well, it kind of was at one point, but still!)
By Skunk Uzeki8 years ago in Beat
Top Music Festivals on the West Coast
The West Coast, if we're going to be honest, is the party coast. It has Napa Valley vineyards, Hollywood, LA club life and, of course, crazy indie festivals, like Burning Man, too. It's the place to be if you want to have fun in the sun and check out amazing sights across the country.
By Mackenzie Z. Kennedy8 years ago in Beat
Best Canadian Music Festivals
Internationally, music festivals span all over the globe, from Ibiza to Chicago, and it's not so different for Canadians. With such an open-wide territory, with a myriad of different venues, narrowing down the most essential summer festivals can be a hassle, what with pricing, headliners, and specified genre, it can become a mess in of itself.
By Salvador Lorenz8 years ago in Beat
