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Lineup Highlights
Zbron
Zbron is a North Carolina-based artist blending melodic rap, emotional vulnerability, and raw energy into a sound that feels both personal and unpredictable. Known for his rapidly growing presence across college campuses and social media, he has built a loyal audience through a combination of music, personality, and culture-driven content. With a style that moves between introspective moments and high-energy delivery, Zbron continues to establish himself as one of the most unique emerging artists coming out of the Carolinas.
Killian Harvey
Bringing you the sounds of a gweecher. A Hayes School of Music alumni. Focused on classical performance on violin through school but was inspired by Lee "Scratch" Perry along the way in music history. Specifically his recording practices and his cut/throw techniques using the mixer as an instrument itself. dubbing effects on pre-recorded parts.
Kandilion
A true Carolina girl raised on reggae and bluegrass by her best friend and Dead Head dad, Ashley Kandilion or AK wouldn’t know a world without music festivals. Renowned for her community cultivation skills, Kandilion fell into the presence of mentor Hunter Dunlap while building out a healing arts centre for rave events, he inspired to chase passion to pursue becoming an EDM DJ. Since her debut in August 2024, Kandilion has taken the stage to support Jaenga, SoDown, Wonky Willa, SIPPY, and Maddy O Neal as well as launched her own events brand centering radical safety and medicinal joy as well as cultivated a project activating the dance community in practicing informed consent.
Kandilion brings a vibey mix of UGK, breaks, trap, and dubstep Catch the wild Kandilion upon the mountain of Marigolds, dancing in trees, brewing wild dandelion tea, and dropping some banger
Kandilion brings a vibey mix of UGK, breaks, trap, and dubstep Catch the wild Kandilion upon the mountain of Marigolds, dancing in trees, brewing wild dandelion tea, and dropping some banger
Universe
Hailing from Greenville, South Carolina, UniverseBeatz has been on a journey toward music since 2011. After attending EDC Orlando in 2015 as his first festival experience, he was enamored with the scene and the true meaning of P.L.U.R. Those four letters inspired him and lit a flame for a career in dance music, because it was something far more than just the music.
Already being a DJ in other genres outside of electronic music, he was prepared with the talent needed to beatmatch and blend tunes together. His project consists of music production in various formats, showcasing the works of electronic dance music and practices of underground dubstep and experimental bass music. He is inspired by the likes of Skrillex, Party Thieves, Carnage, Nero, and Krewella.
UniverseBeatz intends on releasing music with reputable labels and has a dream of eventually starting his own label, exposing the next wave of talents to the world. His creativity thrives through the different genres of dubstep, trap, and riddim.
Already being a DJ in other genres outside of electronic music, he was prepared with the talent needed to beatmatch and blend tunes together. His project consists of music production in various formats, showcasing the works of electronic dance music and practices of underground dubstep and experimental bass music. He is inspired by the likes of Skrillex, Party Thieves, Carnage, Nero, and Krewella.
UniverseBeatz intends on releasing music with reputable labels and has a dream of eventually starting his own label, exposing the next wave of talents to the world. His creativity thrives through the different genres of dubstep, trap, and riddim.
Trelo
Trelo is a DJ/Producer from Boone, NC, with 3 years of experience blending Hardgroove, Garage, Trance, and Techno with popular and catchy 90’s samples.
DirtybitDJ
An iconic figure in Boone’s queer rave scene, @dirtybitdj is one of the areas most recognizable queer DJs, the owner of @girlsgaysandtheysrave and @boone.raves, and a staple at @lilyssnackbar for drag shows and queer dance parties.
@girlsgaysandtheysrave is a high-energy celebration of queer rave culture and expression, while @boone.raves supports local DJs and bass-heavy underground dance music.
Known for mixing electroclash, UKG, techno, hard bounce, & psy-trance, his sets hit hard while still carrying that bold, sweaty, late-night club energy that keeps the dance floor moving.
@girlsgaysandtheysrave is a high-energy celebration of queer rave culture and expression, while @boone.raves supports local DJs and bass-heavy underground dance music.
Known for mixing electroclash, UKG, techno, hard bounce, & psy-trance, his sets hit hard while still carrying that bold, sweaty, late-night club energy that keeps the dance floor moving.
Terrence Young
Based in the South Eastern United States and playing around there for the past twenty years, he's also managed to touch down in Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Portland, Salt Lake and Unofficial renegade Burning Man 2021.
Versatile in both vinyl and digital formats, expanding the sounds with three decks. Ranging from deep and smooth to dark and heavy.
Catch Him live via Terrence Young on twitch.
Versatile in both vinyl and digital formats, expanding the sounds with three decks. Ranging from deep and smooth to dark and heavy.
Catch Him live via Terrence Young on twitch.
Alusia
Captivated by the deeper side of drum and bass, Alusia began her DJing journey years after discovering, collecting, and amassing a record collection from influential labels that truly spoke to her: Seba’s Secret Operations, Marcus Intalex’s Soul:r, Klute’s Commerical Suicide, dBridges Exit Records; to narrowing in futher with some of the genre’s more experimental, darker, and mystical themes like Om Unit’s Cosmic Bridge, Presha’s Samurai Music to Derrick Funkmaster’s Shambala Records. Once she locked into her signature style, Alusia began mixing in 2015; setting herself apart at the time with a vinyl-only commitment until making the switch to digital in the summer of 2024. She believes her vinyl background still very much influences her mixing today— drawing attention to her thoughtful process of giving tracks the breathing room they deserve— with lengthy blending and intentional break-to-break transitions. https://soundcloud.com/alus1a
Alusia has shared the stage with major players such as Bukem, Jubei + Sp:mc, Amit, Jumpin’ Jack Frost and Degs. In 2015, she co-founded Vinyl Revisions in Asheville, NC with the *soul purpose of injecting something fresh into the local scene - with one strict, non-negotiable rule: vinyl only. Transitioning from monthly gigs to seasonal, themed events, they now focus on DnB and Breakbeat soundscapes through fun-themed parties like Spring Breaks, Winter Luau, and their daytime pickleball dance series, Pickled Beats.
Alusia has shared the stage with major players such as Bukem, Jubei + Sp:mc, Amit, Jumpin’ Jack Frost and Degs. In 2015, she co-founded Vinyl Revisions in Asheville, NC with the *soul purpose of injecting something fresh into the local scene - with one strict, non-negotiable rule: vinyl only. Transitioning from monthly gigs to seasonal, themed events, they now focus on DnB and Breakbeat soundscapes through fun-themed parties like Spring Breaks, Winter Luau, and their daytime pickleball dance series, Pickled Beats.
Poser
Music is the ultimate platform to express emotions and to share experiences in the complex journey that we are all in together. Every now and then, an electronic music artist comes along who can truly capture the essence of joy and deeply felt emotions through their music. A North Carolina native, Poser (formerly known as Sabali) has hit the electronic scene hard in the Southeast and has played at venues such as Asheville Music Hall, The Purple Buffalo, One World Brewing West, Sly Grog Lounge and more. Having shared the stage with artists such as The Widdler, Sabali was the winner of the 2019 Magnetic Music Festival DJ contest in Charleston, SC.
Drawing inspiration from artists such as Avicii, Charlesthefirst, and Milano, his music spans genres from ambient and low-fi to half time, trap and dubstep, weaving in a melodic groove that is intended for the audience to feel free in every sense of the word. Poser utilizes his music as a platform to stand for the promotion of diversity
and to eradicate discrimination in the music scene and beyond. As you listen to and experience the music of Poser, the joyful voyage that you are taken on will be the result of a lifetime of lessons, blessing, and collaborative experiences.
Drawing inspiration from artists such as Avicii, Charlesthefirst, and Milano, his music spans genres from ambient and low-fi to half time, trap and dubstep, weaving in a melodic groove that is intended for the audience to feel free in every sense of the word. Poser utilizes his music as a platform to stand for the promotion of diversity
and to eradicate discrimination in the music scene and beyond. As you listen to and experience the music of Poser, the joyful voyage that you are taken on will be the result of a lifetime of lessons, blessing, and collaborative experiences.
Mountain Soundsystems
Mountain Soundsystems has been featured internationally in blogs and magazines, starting in Seattle, WA he now resides in Appalachia with local events in Johnson City, Boone, Asheville and Chattanooga. Most recently he has played the Disconnect Festival held in South Carolina and at the upcoming Marigolden Festival in Boone, North Carolina. Spanning a variety of genres, the latest live set features tribal trap and ethnobass set it a psychedelic downtempo headspace
Seekie
Seekie is a rising alternative hip-hop and indie-rap artist based in Boone, NC, and Charlotte, NC. Known for his introspective lyrics, melodic delivery, and ties to Appalachian State University, he blends mindful storytelling with traditional rap elements.
Continuous Vibrations
Brandon Burmeister aka Continuous Vibrations, from East Tennessee, is a photographer turned DJ, Promoter, and Sound Engineer, in that order. Brandon’s roots in music come from early 2000s metal/rock and playing trombone in his high school marching band. Brandon started in 2017 under the name Continuous Vibrations taking photos of EDM acts live for names like Yheti, Zingara, Toadface, Ternion Sound, The Widdler, Ujuu, ZEE and tons of local and regional acts at independent festivals and shows. Over the course of time and after going to school for an Entertain Technologies degree, Continuous Vibrations turned into so much more than just photography. Brandon now uses it as a platform to provide invigorating DJ performances and unforgettable listening experiences alongside names like Smoakland, Boogie T, Sippy, Manic Focus, DMVU, Cut Rugs, Zeppelin, Subdocta, Jiqui, Tunic, and Lumasi just to list a few. His versatility, knowledge, experience, and energy guarantee that you won’t want to miss a set. Always keep the vibrations continuous!
McDubbin
Brian Hollister aka McDubbin started out DJ'ing in 2012 at a local weekly bass music event in Asheville, NC. With a style that focused primarily on the heavier side of electronic music, he quickly joined up with the Shenanigan Society and the Asheville Drum and Bass Collective to bring his particular taste of music to the masses. Throughout the years, he has helped facilitate mysterious gatherings known as Lurches thrown by the Shenanigan Society. He also has helped and continues to help with Asheville Full Moon Gatherings and both Solstice and Equinox Festivals thrown by the T.O.U.C.H Samadhi family. As a sound engineer for Ronin Sound, he can also be found behind the scenes making sure everything hits the way it should — including at this very festival. Always the mad scientist, McDubbin also creates pyrotechnic effects and other devious toys to bring out for everyone to enjoy. Not sticking to any one style of music, you never really know what you are in store for but can be sure that it will fit the vibe of any show.
King Shotta
Harry Whittington also known as King Shotta is the CEO of the Defy Culture record label and also holds a MC presence throughout the United States. His journey in electronic music started circa 2008, 2009 in the Tri-cities East Tennessee area. Collect...
Living up to the label’s slogans, “All Skills, No Gimmicks” and “For The Underground” King Shotta holds a reputation for genuine selections and intricate transitions while utilizing any DJ equipment placed in front of him.
Living up to the label’s slogans, “All Skills, No Gimmicks” and “For The Underground” King Shotta holds a reputation for genuine selections and intricate transitions while utilizing any DJ equipment placed in front of him.
Mercenary
Mercenary is a DJ and DJ’ing mentor from Winston Salem, NC with over 10 years of total experience. Playing jungle, drum n bass, and harder UKG. Mercenary has played direct support for Peak Positive’s “PeakFest” and “Boonerang Music & Arts Festival” and has held several residencies in different cities.
Zbron
Zbron is a North Carolina-based artist blending melodic rap, emotional vulnerability, and raw energy into a sound that feels both personal and unpredictable. Known for his rapidly growing presence across college campuses and social media, he has built a loyal audience through a combination of music, personality, and culture-driven content. With a style that moves between introspective moments and high-energy delivery, Zbron continues to establish himself as one of the most unique emerging artists coming out of the Carolinas.
Killian Harvey
Bringing you the sounds of a gweecher. A Hayes School of Music alumni. Focused on classical performance on violin through school but was inspired by Lee "Scratch" Perry along the way in music history. Specifically his recording practices and his cut/throw techniques using the mixer as an instrument itself. dubbing effects on pre-recorded parts.
Kandilion
A true Carolina girl raised on reggae and bluegrass by her best friend and Dead Head dad, Ashley Kandilion or AK wouldn’t know a world without music festivals. Renowned for her community cultivation skills, Kandilion fell into the presence of mentor Hunter Dunlap while building out a healing arts centre for rave events, he inspired to chase passion to pursue becoming an EDM DJ. Since her debut in August 2024, Kandilion has taken the stage to support Jaenga, SoDown, Wonky Willa, SIPPY, and Maddy O Neal as well as launched her own events brand centering radical safety and medicinal joy as well as cultivated a project activating the dance community in practicing informed consent.
Kandilion brings a vibey mix of UGK, breaks, trap, and dubstep Catch the wild Kandilion upon the mountain of Marigolds, dancing in trees, brewing wild dandelion tea, and dropping some banger
Kandilion brings a vibey mix of UGK, breaks, trap, and dubstep Catch the wild Kandilion upon the mountain of Marigolds, dancing in trees, brewing wild dandelion tea, and dropping some banger
Universe
Hailing from Greenville, South Carolina, UniverseBeatz has been on a journey toward music since 2011. After attending EDC Orlando in 2015 as his first festival experience, he was enamored with the scene and the true meaning of P.L.U.R. Those four letters inspired him and lit a flame for a career in dance music, because it was something far more than just the music.
Already being a DJ in other genres outside of electronic music, he was prepared with the talent needed to beatmatch and blend tunes together. His project consists of music production in various formats, showcasing the works of electronic dance music and practices of underground dubstep and experimental bass music. He is inspired by the likes of Skrillex, Party Thieves, Carnage, Nero, and Krewella.
UniverseBeatz intends on releasing music with reputable labels and has a dream of eventually starting his own label, exposing the next wave of talents to the world. His creativity thrives through the different genres of dubstep, trap, and riddim.
Already being a DJ in other genres outside of electronic music, he was prepared with the talent needed to beatmatch and blend tunes together. His project consists of music production in various formats, showcasing the works of electronic dance music and practices of underground dubstep and experimental bass music. He is inspired by the likes of Skrillex, Party Thieves, Carnage, Nero, and Krewella.
UniverseBeatz intends on releasing music with reputable labels and has a dream of eventually starting his own label, exposing the next wave of talents to the world. His creativity thrives through the different genres of dubstep, trap, and riddim.
Trelo
Trelo is a DJ/Producer from Boone, NC, with 3 years of experience blending Hardgroove, Garage, Trance, and Techno with popular and catchy 90’s samples.
DirtybitDJ
An iconic figure in Boone’s queer rave scene, @dirtybitdj is one of the areas most recognizable queer DJs, the owner of @girlsgaysandtheysrave and @boone.raves, and a staple at @lilyssnackbar for drag shows and queer dance parties.
@girlsgaysandtheysrave is a high-energy celebration of queer rave culture and expression, while @boone.raves supports local DJs and bass-heavy underground dance music.
Known for mixing electroclash, UKG, techno, hard bounce, & psy-trance, his sets hit hard while still carrying that bold, sweaty, late-night club energy that keeps the dance floor moving.
@girlsgaysandtheysrave is a high-energy celebration of queer rave culture and expression, while @boone.raves supports local DJs and bass-heavy underground dance music.
Known for mixing electroclash, UKG, techno, hard bounce, & psy-trance, his sets hit hard while still carrying that bold, sweaty, late-night club energy that keeps the dance floor moving.
Terrence Young
Based in the South Eastern United States and playing around there for the past twenty years, he's also managed to touch down in Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Portland, Salt Lake and Unofficial renegade Burning Man 2021.
Versatile in both vinyl and digital formats, expanding the sounds with three decks. Ranging from deep and smooth to dark and heavy.
Catch Him live via Terrence Young on twitch.
Versatile in both vinyl and digital formats, expanding the sounds with three decks. Ranging from deep and smooth to dark and heavy.
Catch Him live via Terrence Young on twitch.
Alusia
Captivated by the deeper side of drum and bass, Alusia began her DJing journey years after discovering, collecting, and amassing a record collection from influential labels that truly spoke to her: Seba’s Secret Operations, Marcus Intalex’s Soul:r, Klute’s Commerical Suicide, dBridges Exit Records; to narrowing in futher with some of the genre’s more experimental, darker, and mystical themes like Om Unit’s Cosmic Bridge, Presha’s Samurai Music to Derrick Funkmaster’s Shambala Records. Once she locked into her signature style, Alusia began mixing in 2015; setting herself apart at the time with a vinyl-only commitment until making the switch to digital in the summer of 2024. She believes her vinyl background still very much influences her mixing today— drawing attention to her thoughtful process of giving tracks the breathing room they deserve— with lengthy blending and intentional break-to-break transitions. https://soundcloud.com/alus1a
Alusia has shared the stage with major players such as Bukem, Jubei + Sp:mc, Amit, Jumpin’ Jack Frost and Degs. In 2015, she co-founded Vinyl Revisions in Asheville, NC with the *soul purpose of injecting something fresh into the local scene - with one strict, non-negotiable rule: vinyl only. Transitioning from monthly gigs to seasonal, themed events, they now focus on DnB and Breakbeat soundscapes through fun-themed parties like Spring Breaks, Winter Luau, and their daytime pickleball dance series, Pickled Beats.
Alusia has shared the stage with major players such as Bukem, Jubei + Sp:mc, Amit, Jumpin’ Jack Frost and Degs. In 2015, she co-founded Vinyl Revisions in Asheville, NC with the *soul purpose of injecting something fresh into the local scene - with one strict, non-negotiable rule: vinyl only. Transitioning from monthly gigs to seasonal, themed events, they now focus on DnB and Breakbeat soundscapes through fun-themed parties like Spring Breaks, Winter Luau, and their daytime pickleball dance series, Pickled Beats.
Poser
Music is the ultimate platform to express emotions and to share experiences in the complex journey that we are all in together. Every now and then, an electronic music artist comes along who can truly capture the essence of joy and deeply felt emotions through their music. A North Carolina native, Poser (formerly known as Sabali) has hit the electronic scene hard in the Southeast and has played at venues such as Asheville Music Hall, The Purple Buffalo, One World Brewing West, Sly Grog Lounge and more. Having shared the stage with artists such as The Widdler, Sabali was the winner of the 2019 Magnetic Music Festival DJ contest in Charleston, SC.
Drawing inspiration from artists such as Avicii, Charlesthefirst, and Milano, his music spans genres from ambient and low-fi to half time, trap and dubstep, weaving in a melodic groove that is intended for the audience to feel free in every sense of the word. Poser utilizes his music as a platform to stand for the promotion of diversity
and to eradicate discrimination in the music scene and beyond. As you listen to and experience the music of Poser, the joyful voyage that you are taken on will be the result of a lifetime of lessons, blessing, and collaborative experiences.
Drawing inspiration from artists such as Avicii, Charlesthefirst, and Milano, his music spans genres from ambient and low-fi to half time, trap and dubstep, weaving in a melodic groove that is intended for the audience to feel free in every sense of the word. Poser utilizes his music as a platform to stand for the promotion of diversity
and to eradicate discrimination in the music scene and beyond. As you listen to and experience the music of Poser, the joyful voyage that you are taken on will be the result of a lifetime of lessons, blessing, and collaborative experiences.
Mountain Soundsystems
Mountain Soundsystems has been featured internationally in blogs and magazines, starting in Seattle, WA he now resides in Appalachia with local events in Johnson City, Boone, Asheville and Chattanooga. Most recently he has played the Disconnect Festival held in South Carolina and at the upcoming Marigolden Festival in Boone, North Carolina. Spanning a variety of genres, the latest live set features tribal trap and ethnobass set it a psychedelic downtempo headspace
Seekie
Seekie is a rising alternative hip-hop and indie-rap artist based in Boone, NC, and Charlotte, NC. Known for his introspective lyrics, melodic delivery, and ties to Appalachian State University, he blends mindful storytelling with traditional rap elements.
Continuous Vibrations
Brandon Burmeister aka Continuous Vibrations, from East Tennessee, is a photographer turned DJ, Promoter, and Sound Engineer, in that order. Brandon’s roots in music come from early 2000s metal/rock and playing trombone in his high school marching band. Brandon started in 2017 under the name Continuous Vibrations taking photos of EDM acts live for names like Yheti, Zingara, Toadface, Ternion Sound, The Widdler, Ujuu, ZEE and tons of local and regional acts at independent festivals and shows. Over the course of time and after going to school for an Entertain Technologies degree, Continuous Vibrations turned into so much more than just photography. Brandon now uses it as a platform to provide invigorating DJ performances and unforgettable listening experiences alongside names like Smoakland, Boogie T, Sippy, Manic Focus, DMVU, Cut Rugs, Zeppelin, Subdocta, Jiqui, Tunic, and Lumasi just to list a few. His versatility, knowledge, experience, and energy guarantee that you won’t want to miss a set. Always keep the vibrations continuous!
McDubbin
Brian Hollister aka McDubbin started out DJ'ing in 2012 at a local weekly bass music event in Asheville, NC. With a style that focused primarily on the heavier side of electronic music, he quickly joined up with the Shenanigan Society and the Asheville Drum and Bass Collective to bring his particular taste of music to the masses. Throughout the years, he has helped facilitate mysterious gatherings known as Lurches thrown by the Shenanigan Society. He also has helped and continues to help with Asheville Full Moon Gatherings and both Solstice and Equinox Festivals thrown by the T.O.U.C.H Samadhi family. As a sound engineer for Ronin Sound, he can also be found behind the scenes making sure everything hits the way it should — including at this very festival. Always the mad scientist, McDubbin also creates pyrotechnic effects and other devious toys to bring out for everyone to enjoy. Not sticking to any one style of music, you never really know what you are in store for but can be sure that it will fit the vibe of any show.
King Shotta
Harry Whittington also known as King Shotta is the CEO of the Defy Culture record label and also holds a MC presence throughout the United States. His journey in electronic music started circa 2008, 2009 in the Tri-cities East Tennessee area. Collect...
Living up to the label’s slogans, “All Skills, No Gimmicks” and “For The Underground” King Shotta holds a reputation for genuine selections and intricate transitions while utilizing any DJ equipment placed in front of him.
Living up to the label’s slogans, “All Skills, No Gimmicks” and “For The Underground” King Shotta holds a reputation for genuine selections and intricate transitions while utilizing any DJ equipment placed in front of him.
Mercenary
Mercenary is a DJ and DJ’ing mentor from Winston Salem, NC with over 10 years of total experience. Playing jungle, drum n bass, and harder UKG. Mercenary has played direct support for Peak Positive’s “PeakFest” and “Boonerang Music & Arts Festival” and has held several residencies in different cities.
FAQ
Q: Where is the festival located?
A: 1510 Old Beech Mountain Road, Elk Park NC
Q: Where do I buy tickets
A: Click the "Tickets" tab and select the right ticket for you!
Q: Is there parking?
A: There will be plenty of parking, parking is also included with the purchase of a ticket
Q: Will there be camping?
A: Yes! Camping is also complimentary with ticket purchase
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