In the heart of Chicagoland, beneath the sweeping expanse of a midwestern sky, electronic dance music enthusiasts gather for a weekend of sonic exploration. The North Coast Music Festival, happening for its 2023 edition, has always been a plethora of electronic sight and sound. But this year, from September 1 to 3, it’s set to ascend to newer heights.
The very soul of North Coast thrives on evolution. Embracing feedback from their loyal fanbase, organizers have unveiled a revamped stage design for ‘The Vega’. No longer will sound bleed interrupt immersive experiences; now, waves of bass will stretch to reach every attendee, whether you’re front row or luxuriating in the back, without interruption. And what’s music without a little surprise? Say hello to ‘The Shipyard’, a nautical-themed haven birthed from shipping containers, wielding a staggering 492,000 WATTS sound system. Envision CO2 cannons, lasers, and the hypnotic allure of house and techno hitting the senses.
Delve deeper into the festival’s core, and the genius is in the details. The ‘Chill Dome’, a festival favorite, returns with new additions: think yoga sessions at dawn, the ethereal sounds of INZO, and a stage that offers a 360° embrace of lofi beats.
Meanwhile, the ‘Beatbox Yacht Club’ once again sets sail, and the ‘Fire Pit Stage’ stands, ready to light up the night with geometric domes that spew fire and bass-infused tunes.
However, North Coast isn’t just revisiting past glories. New experiential adventures await, from the luminescent ‘Pixel Path’ to the mystery-laden ‘Club Coast’ speakeasy, accessible only to those clever enough to decipher daily passwords on the North Coast app. Let’s not forget ‘BassBot’, the behemoth robot sculpture by Paul Khan, primed to headbang alongside festival goers.
What’s a festival without its headliners? Marshmello, Flume, and Zed’s Dead stand tall among a roster of festival mainstays, each set to take on different stages across the three days, promising a weekend of unforgettable musical journeys.
Within the culture of electronic music, North Coast 2023 may very well etch its name as a beacon of innovation and exhilaration. North Coast will be held from September 1 to September 3, 2023, at SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview, IL.
HEADLINERS
Alesso
Alison Wonderland
ATLiens
Black Tiger Sex Machine
Chris Lake (Black Book Records Takeover)
Chris Lorenzo
Dabin
DJ Snake
Duke Dumont
Elderbrook
Flume
Ganja White Night
Gigantic NGHTMRE
Gordo
Jauz
Lane 8 (This Never Happened Takeover)
Liquid Stranger (WAKAAN Takeover)
Marshmello
MK
Zeds Dead
Zomboy
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