Awakenings’ Upclose Festival 2025 Unveils Star-Studded Lineup
Awakenings’ Upclose Festival is here, so get ready for an amazing weekend of techno beats in 2025. Slated for May 17th and 18th, the festival will take place in the picturesque Houtrak area of Spaarnwoude-park, Halfweg, promising an intimate yet explosive experience for techno lovers.
The 2025 lineup is stacked with heavyweights and rising stars in the techno scene. Headliners include the legendary DJ EZ and Jeff Mills, alongside powerhouse acts like SPFDJ, Fumi, Benny Rodrigues, KI/KI, and Bae Blade. The dynamic duo 999999999 and the enigmatic SNTS will also grace the stage, ensuring a relentless surge of adrenaline-pumping music.
This year’s edition also features an exciting array of collaborative performances.
Also, don’t miss the synergistic sets from techno titans such as Rrose & Surgeon, Akua & Mac Declos, and the innovative pairings of Adiel & Ogazón, Ben Klock & Ignez, Blasha & Allatt & Tasha, Orbe & Psyk, and Chris Stussy & Sally C.
Echoing their commitment to innovation and excellence, Awakenings states that the Upclose festival “continues our mission to push boundaries, bringing together the pioneers, innovators, and fresh talents who embody the spirit of techno.” This announcement was made through a vibrant post on Instagram, further highlighting the festival’s role as a catalyst in the techno music scene.
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Building on the success of its inaugural edition in 2024, which featured renowned artists like Overmono, Rebekah, FJAAK, Ricardo Villalobos, Héctor Oaks, and Yazzus, Upclose is set to redefine the techno festival landscape once again.
For an in-depth look at how Awakenings cemented itself as a pillar of Dutch techno and continues to dominate the local scene, revisit Niamh O’Connor’s enlightening 2023 feature. Ready to join the techno revolution? Visit Awakenings’ official website for ticket information and dive deep into the full lineup above for a preview of what’s to come.
Experience the pulse of techno at Awakenings’ Upclose 2025, where music meets innovation. 🎶
