5 must-SEE SETS AT ELECTRIC FOREST 2024
1. Everything Always (John Summit b2b Dom Dolla)
Genre: Tech-house
Date: Thursday
Composed of two hottest names in tech-house, Chicago Native John Summit and Australian Dom Dolla, Everything Always is a must-watch set this year. While Dom Dolla is the hitmaker behind the massive tracks "Rhyme Dust" and "Miracle Maker," John Summit is known for his house anthems "La Danza" and "Where You Are" and his 2024 release "Shiver." The pair first announced their project last summer and since have gained a lot of success, leading them to subheadline various festivals this year, including Electric Forest.
The pair's Infectious stage presence and impressive beats make for a nonstop party and solidify Everything Always as a great way to kick off your 2024 Electric Forest.
Electric forest is quickly approaching, and it's time to start thinking about which sets you don't want to miss. The 4-day festival is set to return to Rothbury, Michigan, on June 20 - 23rd. This year's lineup boasts some of the biggest names in Dance/Electronic Music, accompanied by multiple rising acts. Here are our top 5 sets you won't want to miss at Electric Forest 2024!
2. Excision
Genre: Dubstep
Date: Sunday
This list would not be complete without legendary producer Excision. The Canadian DJ/producer Jeff Abel, better known by his stage name Excision, is known for helping expand the popularity of dubstep in North America. Over the span of 17+ years, Excision has founded multiple successful record labels and music festivals. With over 2 million streams, the Dubstep DJ has an expansive discography, including five full-length studio albums and countless EPs and singles. Excision has also cultivated a vast, passionate community and has recently gone viral on social media as attendees showcase his insanely elaborate sets, complete with jaw-dropping visuals and lasers. Having never seen him before, I am ecstatic to see Excision close out Electric Forest.
3. John Summit
Genre: Tech House/House
Date: Saturday
Hailing from Chicago, John Summit is set to headline the 4-day festival Saturday night. The house DJ has rapidly become a household name in recent years and is behind multiple house anthems, including his 2022 "Deep End" and recent releases "Where You Are" and "Shiver."
John Summit's lively social media presence and rapidly growing discography keep his ever-growing audience engaged. Early last year, John Summit launched his own label, Experts Only. Since then, John Summit has gone on to host multiple Expert Only events across the United States, drawing massive crowds. His vibrant stage presence and captivating tracks make for a stellar set. I am eager to see what John Summit does next. Having seen him multiple times, I can attest you will want to attend this set.
4. Sara Landry
Genre: Techno
Date: Saturday
This is sure to be a very unique and exciting set to catch. The self-taught techno DJ Sara Landry has garnered massive attention and success in the past year. While only a few years into her career, Sara has caught the attention of many techno fans through her hard-hitting tracks and, in turn, cultivated a dedicated fan base. Her dark and divinely feminine brand sets the distinctive atmosphere while her explosive personality on stage and addictive sound keep crowds in a nonstop trance. Sara is known for her thunderous tracks "Legacy," "Chaos Magicka," and "No Sleep." It has been amazing to see her success over the past year. Sara Landry is sure to make a lasting impression on Electric Forest!
5. Mau P
Genre: Tech House
Date: Saturday
Hailing from the Netherlands, Mau P released his debut single, Drugs From Amsterdam, which landed him at the number one position on Beatport's main chart. Following the success of the anthem, Mau P has continued to solidify his name in the EDM scene. In 2024 alone he has released house anthems, “BEATS FROM THE UNDERGROUND and “On Again
