Wakaan Music Festival is a gathering that celebrates freeform electronic music, particularly styles that gravitate towards experimental bass and other left-field subgenres. It’s intimately tied to the Wakaan record label, which is known for championing artists that embrace this type of sonic exploration.
Here’s what you should know about the festival:
- Foundation: The festival is an extension of the Wakaan record label, which was founded by Martin Stääf, better known by his stage name Liquid Stranger. The Swedish-born artist has been a major figure in the world of freeform bass and experimental electronic music.
- Music and Vibe: Wakaan Music Festival showcases a diverse lineup of artists, many of whom release under the Wakaan label. Expect to hear experimental bass, space bass, dubstep, downtempo, and other left-field electronic music genres. The festival is celebrated for its communal and underground vibe, with attendees deeply passionate about the music.
- Location: The festival has taken place in locations such as the Mulberry Mountain in Ozark, Arkansas. This venue in particular, with its lush surroundings, offers a natural amphitheater, camping grounds, and a scenic backdrop, making it a favorite among festival-goers.
- Camping and Experience: Many attendees camp on-site, immersing themselves in the full festival experience. This offers opportunities for community-building, with campers often sharing stories, music, and experiences. Aside from music, the festival often offers other attractions like workshops, visual art installations, and vendors.
- Growing Popularity: Over the years, both the Wakaan label and its festival have seen growing interest, thanks to their dedication to promoting boundary-pushing sounds and nurturing a tight-knit community. The festival tends to attract a dedicated fanbase, many of whom return year after year.
If you’re a fan of experimental electronic music and value an intimate festival experience that celebrates sound exploration and community, Wakaan Music Festival is certainly worth checking out!
Wakaan Rocks 2023 Music Festival Dates
- Friday, August 11th – The Great Saltair located at Magna, Utah
- Friday, August 18th – Bass Canyon Festival 2023 located at Quincy Washington
- Friday, September 1st – North Coast Music Festival located at Bridgeview Illinois
- September, 1st – 3rd – Electric Zoo 2023 located at New York City, New York
- Friday, September 15th – Parc Des Expositions Paris Nord Villepinte located at Villepinte, France
- Saturday, September 16th – Parc Des Expositions Paris Nord Villipente located at Villepinte, France
- September, 22nd – 24th – Lost Lands Music Festival 2023 located at Thornville, Ohio
- Saturday, October 21st – WAKAAN Rocks located at Morrison, Colorado
- Friday, October 27th – Underground Atlanta located at Atlanta, Georgia
- Friday, November 10th – EDC Orlando located at Orlando Florida
- Friday November 24th – Apocalypse: Zombieland located at Long Beach California
All tickets can be purchased directly from Liquid Stranger!
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