Ted Gardner, co-founder of Lollapalooza, dies at 74
Ted Gardner, the co-founder of Lollapalooza, has died at the age of 74. The famed promoter and manager of many bands through the course of the 90s passed away in his hometown of Melbourne on December 28th after battling a long-term illness. Anton Newcombe of the Brian Jonestown Massacre announced on Twitter the news of Gardner's death. “We will miss a
2021: a return to festivals – how have things changed
As the COVID-19 pandemic loomed at the start of 2021, and many countries saw the worst of it in the early months, festivals seemed to be the last thing that people thought would happen this past year. Several countries enforced the strictest lockdowns they could while others allowed people to live life normally again. For us festival and event devotees, it
Alison Wonderland returns with tension-filled track “Fuck U Love U”: Listen
Is there anybody better at building the tension and release throughout a track more than Alison Wonderland? You would be hard-pressed to find one. It is a trait that makes Wonderland stand out from the rest, and the Australian prodigy has done it yet again as she closes out 2021 with her dark and hard-hitting track, "Fuck U Love U." Alison
Lollapalooza officially declared as a non super-spreader event
With the return of festivals bringing that sense of optimism for the near future, one of the most iconic festivals in the U.S was able to not only go ahead, but also not have a negative impact on the community. Of course, this festival is no other than Lollapalooza, with the Chicago based event celebrating its 30th anniversary, whilst being
Steve Aoki performs with All Time Low at Lollapalooza
Steve Aoki is known for his unexpected collaborations, big stage presence, and quirky, yet innovative knick-knacks and now he's back on stage at Lollapalooza performing with the American rock band All Time Low. In tweets from the show, the band can be seen jumping alongside Aoki. All Time Low is best known for their punk rock hits spanning the early
Lollapalooza announces 2021 dates for the festival’s 30th Anniversary
With live shows and festivals starting to take place again across the country as the United States begins to open up, all eyes have been focussed on Chicago's most legendary and iconic festival Lollapalooza on whether it will go ahead later this year. Although Lollapalooza's founder Perry Farrell seemed optimistic for festivals to return back in March, nerves were still running high earlier this week as
Lollapalooza’s founder Perry Farrell is optimistic for 2021 events
Lollapalooza is one of the most acclaimed in the world and takes place in several countries across the globe, featuring starstudded lineups. The question on everyone's mind as of late though is whether the festivals will be taking place this year. Our question may have been answered as the founder of the festival Perry Farrell recently took to Twitter to send eager festival-goers a glimmer
Lollapalooza co-founder fights to keep independent music venues alive by acquiring them
Lollapalooza co-founder Marc Gieger unveiled a new plan in an attempt to save independent music venues from closing their doors forever. It's no secret that independent music venues have been vulnerable to suffering from the current pandemic, and with a second wave of the novel coronavirus either nearing or in the process of happening in most countries, it seems as
Kaskade, ZHU, Alison Wonderland & more take over this weekend’s Lolla2020
Although attendees all over the world will sadly not be able to attend Lollapalooza 2020, the organizers are bringing the festival weekend to the comfort of your own home with a virtual Lolla2020. The free four-night broadcast event will take place exclusively on Youtube at 5 pm CT each night from July 30 to August 2. With an insane lineup
Lollapalooza starts sharing sets from the past 20 years starting with Alesso
Lollapalooza, one of the most renowned festivals in the world, has decided to start sharing sets from the past 20 years during these quarantine days. Starting with the iconic performance by The Strokes in 2010, this has been followed up by the majestic set of Alesso at Lollapalooza last year. After announcing the cancellation of its events in Paris, Argentina and
Lollapalooza Paris 2020 has been canceled due to coronavirus concerns
Since the end of February, a severe domino effect has seen music festivals getting postponed or canceled one after the other due to the coronavirus outbreak. The latest addition to the list of such events happens to be Lollapalooza Paris 2020 which was scheduled for 18th and 19th July this year. An official announcement from the festival has stated that
Lollapalooza delays line-up announcement & ticket sale
As events around the world continue to be postponed or cancelled, announcements from major festivals are big news. The latest comes from the longstanding Lollapalooza festival, which has taken place since 1991 and is firmly established as one of the cornerstones of the US festival scene. The 2020 edition, slated to take place on July 30 to August 2, has
Bootshaus Club in Germany close its doors until April
The iconic Bootshaus Club in Cologne (Germany) has just announced they will be closing its doors until April 19th after the measures adopted by the local German government ahead of the Covid-19 concerns that is striking Europe right now. The music festival scene is currently going through hard times. In fact, it's difficult to remember the last time we experienced a
Lollapalooza Argentina and Chile canceled amidst COVID-19 cases
Another one bites the dust. Lollapalooza, a marquee festival, was canceled in Argentina and Chile after coronavirus cases are starting to rise. With 30 confirmed cases and 1 death due to the COVID-19 (coronavirus) at the time of this posting, Buenos Aires has canceled all public gatherings. Gustavo Posse, the mayor of San Isidro (were the event takes place) stated: "For reasons
Galantis release third studio album titled ‘Church’
The Swedish DJs and producers forming Galantis, Christian Karlsson (aka Bloodshy) and Linus Eklöw (aka Style of Eye), have just released what it has become their third studio album. This new 14-track long play titled 'Church' is out now via Big Beat Records. After their massive success with the release of their previous albums 'Pharmacy' in 2015 and The Aviary in 2017, 'Church' promises