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Scotsman
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Creamfields 2025: Who could perform a secret set over the Bank Holiday weekend?
Who are the leading contenders who could occupy the 9:30pm slot on Creamfields Saturday? Sign up to our Arts and Culture newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... The mystery of who could perform a secret set at Creamfields 2025 continues almost two weeks out from the start of the festival. Most eyes are looking towards one stage in particular, with a glaring TBA scheduled on Saturday. We take a look at our top contenders who could surprise festivalgoers this year with a sneak set at one of Europe's biggest dance parties. We are just over two weeks away, as of writing, until one of the biggest dance parties in Europe takes place in Cheshire over the August Bank Holiday Weekend: Creamfields 2025. With the set times having been revealed, there are still one or two surprises that could be in store for festival-goers this year, with the usual throng of discussion about who could make a surprise appearance at Daresbury Estate this year. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad There is, of course, the glaring absence of an act on the HALO stage on the Saturday of the festival; when we last checked, the TBA had not yet been filled, leading to speculation around that particular set and who could perform it. There's a glaring "TBA" on the SHEIN stage on Saturday night at Creamfields - here's our top five picks who could perform a secret set this year. | Getty Images That the stage on that day is curated by Trick, the record label and events series founded by Patrick Topping, might indicate who could perform, should the stars align and flights not get delayed. Over the years, Trick has become a highly respected brand with a loyal fanbase, thanks to a curated catalogue that includes releases from both industry heavyweights like Green Velvet and Jamie Jones, and breakthrough artists such as Ewan McVicar and Ben Hemsley. The label's stages at festivals like Creamfields are known for their high energy and diverse bookings, making the TBA slot a tantalising mystery that could be reserved for a special performance by a Trick-affiliated artist. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad So, who are our leading contenders for a secret set at Creamfields 2025? Read on to find out who might fit the bill, as it were Who could perform a secret set at Creamfields 2025? Armin van Buuren This is a classic case of a major artist with an open schedule around a massive festival. Armin van Buuren is one of the biggest names in trance and electronic music, and his presence would be a monumental surprise. He performed at Tomorrowland 2025, which means he is already in Europe and actively touring. His schedule shows no confirmed dates between mid-August and early September, leaving the entire Creamfields weekend free. A legendary artist like Armin van Buuren could easily fill a late-night slot at one of the main stages, and it would be a huge scoop for the festival. Charlotte de Witte As a global techno icon, Charlotte de Witte would be a huge draw for the techno-heavy stages at Creamfields, such as the Steel Yard or the Teletech stage. She also performed at Tomorrowland 2025, confirming she's already in festival mode this summer. While she has a confirmed gig in France on the Friday of Creamfields, her schedule for Saturday and Sunday is currently clear. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad A short trip across the English Channel for a surprise headline set on Saturday or Sunday would be a massive coup for the festival and an unforgettable experience for techno fans. Lost Frequencies Lost Frequencies is a mainstream dance superstar whose schedule also appears to have an opening for the Creamfields weekend. He has a confirmed show in Germany on the Monday after the festival, which makes it logistically possible for him to be in the UK. His upbeat, melodic house sound would be a perfect fit for one of the main stages during a peak afternoon or early evening slot. Having a major name like Lost Frequencies appear unannounced would add a huge sense of excitement and spontaneity to the festival. Green Velvet With links to Trick previously, could Green Velvet surprise festivalgoers with a set at Creamfields 2025? | PYMCA/Avalon/Getty Images Green Velvet, a Chicago house and techno pioneer, has a strong collaborative history with Patrick Topping, including several releases on the Trick label. His tour schedule for August shows a gig in Ibiza on the 10th and then in Chicago on the 29th, leaving his weekend completely open for Creamfields (August 22-24). Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad His iconic status in the genres championed by Trick, combined with his availability, makes him a prime candidate for a surprise appearance. Skream Skream is our top pick to perform the TBA slot at Creamfields this year, based on his strong connections with Patrick Topping's label previously. | PYMCA/Avalon/Getty Images Our top pick for the TBA slot on the Trick-hosted stage, Skream has a well-documented history with Patrick Topping's label. This would be a perfect opportunity for the two to go b2b (back-to-back) or for Skream to perform a special, unannounced set. His versatility, with a sound that spans from techno and house to classic dubstep, would make him an ideal fit for a surprise performance. His schedule, while busy, appears to have an open window around the Creamfields weekend, making a last-minute UK flight entirely plausible.
News18
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Sunburn Festival 2025 Comes To Mumbai For The First Time: Dates, Tickets, Details Inside
Last Updated: Sunburn Festival 2025 is coming to Mumbai for the first time. The EDM festival will take place from December 19-21. For fans of electronic dance music, this December just got a whole lot louder. After 18 electrifying years in Goa, the legendary Sunburn Festival – Asia's largest EDM gathering – is making a groundbreaking shift to Mumbai in 2025. The three-day music spectacle is set to light up the City of Dreams from December 19 to 21, marking a bold new chapter for the iconic festival. View this post on Instagram A post shared by SunburnFestival (@sunburnfestival) Sunburn Festival 2025 Mumbai Sunburn has long been synonymous with Goa's coastal party scene, but the move to Mumbai signals a fresh evolution. Organisers have revealed that the relocation aims to make the event more accessible, expand production capacity, and create a deeper, more immersive experience for fans. With Mumbai's infrastructure, scale, and vibrant youth culture, the city is primed to host an unforgettable weekend filled with music, movement, and massive moments. View this post on Instagram A post shared by SunburnFestival (@sunburnfestival) Sunburn Festival 2025 Mumbai: Dates And Tickets Sunburn's Mumbai debut will kick off ticket sales in two phases: Pre-sale for RuPay Credit Card holders starts August 12, 2025, at 12 PM General public tickets go live August 14, 2025, also at 12 PM, via BookMyShow Festivalgoers should also stay tuned for major announcements, including the exact venue and artist line-up, expected to drop in the coming weeks. Why Sunburn Still Reigns Supreme Launched in 2007, Sunburn has become more than just a music festival. With past editions featuring global heavyweights like Martin Garrix, Armin van Buuren, DJ Snake, Tiësto, The Chainsmokers, David Guetta, and Hardwell, the festival has set the gold standard for EDM experiences in India. But it's not just the sound that draws thousands – it's the towering stage designs, psychedelic visuals, art zones, and that electric crowd energy that makes Sunburn feel like stepping into another universe. Whether you're a seasoned raver or a curious first-timer, Sunburn Mumbai 2025 promises a musical escape unlike anything the city has ever seen. So charge your devices, polish your glitter, and prepare to dance through the December nights – because the bass is about to drop like never before. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
The Irish Sun
31-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Grammy-nominated DJ Armin van Buuren releases two new albums like we've never heard him before
FOR over two decades, Armin van Buuren has stood as one of the towering figures in electronic music, a Trance titan, global festival headliner and relentless creator. With a Grammy nomination and as 5-time No. 1 DJ on DJ Mag's Top 100 DJs list, behind the scenes, Armin has undergone a personal transformation that goes far beyond his music. 3 Armin has undergone a personal transformation that goes far beyond his music Credit: supplied That story comes to life on Breathe, his most expansive and genre-defying project to date. Spanning 51 tracks across two companion albums, Breathe In and Breathe Out, the body of work is both a celebration of artistic freedom and a snapshot of transformation. From mainstage-ready collaborations with David Guetta, Bon Jovi and Moby to experimental detours with Pendulum and deep club workouts tested in late-night sets, Breathe is Armin like we've never heard him before. 'Albums are like time capsules,' he says. 'Even in the age of playlists, I still believe in crafting something that tells a story from start to finish.' With Breathe In released first, followed by the sprawling Breathe Out, the complete project paints a picture of an artist who has broken free from creative constraints and personal ones, too. Behind the scenes, Armin has undergone a dramatic shift. After years of nonstop touring, he found himself on the brink of burnout. 'I had a press release ready to announce I was taking a sabbatical,' he admits. 'Then COVID happened and suddenly I had space to breathe literally.' What followed was a total lifestyle overhaul. Armin quit drinking, embraced mindfulness and breathwork, and began a journey inward that would reshape not only his health and mindset, but also his music. 'I used to think meditation was nonsense,' he laughs. 'But if so many high-functioning people are doing it, maybe it's not so stupid after all.' Most read in Showbiz His new routine includes daily journaling, gratitude lists and breathing exercises. The results have been powerful. 'I'm more productive than ever thanks to the sobriety, thanks to looking after my diet, thanks to my sleeping pattern, thanks to finally being able to say no to big shows and big offers' he says. 3 Spanning 51 tracks across two companion albums, Breathe In and Breathe Out, the body of work is both a celebration of artistic freedom and a snapshot of transformation Credit: supplied 3 He's performed at venues across the globe Credit: supplied This personal evolution has poured directly into his creative process. 'DJing still fuels a lot of the music,' he says, explaining how many of the tracks on Breathe were road-tested live before being finalised in the studio. 'You don't even have to fully finish a track or master it to play it out. If I have a short snippet, I can already tease it in my sets. I don't have to finish the tracks immediately, but I can sculpt them, which is different from the vinyl days where you had to cut an acetate.' Collaboration, too, remains central. Whether working with icons like Guetta or the genre-blurring Pendulum, there's no fixed formula. 'Sometimes it starts with a loop, sometimes a vocal or a chord progression. Every session is different and that's what makes it exciting.' But perhaps the biggest shift is Armin's relationship with success. 'There was a time when I took gigs purely for the money,' he confesses. 'But now, success is being present, going to my son's football game instead of chasing another big show.' That doesn't mean he's lost the fire. Armin's still innovating, still pushing boundaries. At his A State of Trance festivals, which continue to sell out worldwide, he's introduced new formats like 'face-to-face' DJ sets, where two artists perform from separate decks, locked in a kind of sonic duel. 'You can't touch each other's mixer. You use hand signals like boxers,' he says. 'It's nerve-wracking, but it brings a real human element to the performance.' The face-to-face sets are just one of many ways he's reinventing the live experience. At this year's A State of Trance Festival in London recently, his second in the UK capital, Armin brought a more diverse lineup with more underground names sitting comfortably alongside traditional heavyweights. 'There's a real resurgence of Trance right now,' he says, noting how classic Gatecrasher-era records are finding their way back into sets sometimes even in their original, unedited forms. 'All the tracks we played in 1999, 2000, 2001, they're all coming back in different shapes or form. I mean, obviously, the sound quality is a lot better. You know, the kick hits harder, the drop hits harder, but the melodies are still the same. It was funny because I remember at the time, we didn't have a clue what we were doing. I guess the groundwork was done by people in 1999, 2000, 2001. And there was something golden in that time, but then after that, for a while Trance became a bit of a dirty word. It definitely feels to me now that Trance is not a dirty word anymore.' Ibiza also still holds a special magic for him. 'It goes back to the Balearic spirit of '88 with Oakenfold, Sasha, Digweed. Ibiza is unique. There's something in the air there.' Armin continues his residency at Ushuaïa this summer but, that said, he's taking a break this August in line with his new approach to looking after himself. 'No decks, no phone, just family. That's my summer plan.' In an industry that has too often glamorised excess and punished vulnerability, Armin's honesty is refreshing. He's not just talking about mental health, he's demonstrating what a healthier version of success looks like. 'Take care of your balance,' he advises younger artists. 'Once the train gets going, it's easy to say yes to everything. But it's okay to say no. It's okay to rest. You're no good to anyone if you lose yourself in the process. We've only got to see the downsides recently, you know, particularly since the passing of Tim (Avicii). There was a dramatic shift in the electronic music world.' Read more on the Irish Sun For Armin van Buuren, this isn't a detour, it's the destination. The music is still euphoric, still anthemic, still packed with the uplifting energy that made him a global force. But now, it's grounded in something deeper. He's breathing. And in doing so, he's showing others how to do the same. Read the full interview with The Night Bazaar
Scottish Sun
31-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Grammy-nominated DJ Armin van Buuren releases two new albums like we've never heard him before
TRANCE TITAN Grammy-nominated DJ Armin van Buuren releases two new albums like we've never heard him before FOR over two decades, Armin van Buuren has stood as one of the towering figures in electronic music, a Trance titan, global festival headliner and relentless creator. With a Grammy nomination and as 5-time No. 1 DJ on DJ Mag's Top 100 DJs list, behind the scenes, Armin has undergone a personal transformation that goes far beyond his music. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 3 Armin has undergone a personal transformation that goes far beyond his music Credit: supplied That story comes to life on Breathe, his most expansive and genre-defying project to date. Spanning 51 tracks across two companion albums, Breathe In and Breathe Out, the body of work is both a celebration of artistic freedom and a snapshot of transformation. From mainstage-ready collaborations with David Guetta, Bon Jovi and Moby to experimental detours with Pendulum and deep club workouts tested in late-night sets, Breathe is Armin like we've never heard him before. 'Albums are like time capsules,' he says. 'Even in the age of playlists, I still believe in crafting something that tells a story from start to finish.' With Breathe In released first, followed by the sprawling Breathe Out, the complete project paints a picture of an artist who has broken free from creative constraints and personal ones, too. Behind the scenes, Armin has undergone a dramatic shift. After years of nonstop touring, he found himself on the brink of burnout. 'I had a press release ready to announce I was taking a sabbatical,' he admits. 'Then COVID happened and suddenly I had space to breathe literally.' What followed was a total lifestyle overhaul. Armin quit drinking, embraced mindfulness and breathwork, and began a journey inward that would reshape not only his health and mindset, but also his music. 'I used to think meditation was nonsense,' he laughs. 'But if so many high-functioning people are doing it, maybe it's not so stupid after all.' His new routine includes daily journaling, gratitude lists and breathing exercises. The results have been powerful. 'I'm more productive than ever thanks to the sobriety, thanks to looking after my diet, thanks to my sleeping pattern, thanks to finally being able to say no to big shows and big offers' he says. 3 Spanning 51 tracks across two companion albums, Breathe In and Breathe Out, the body of work is both a celebration of artistic freedom and a snapshot of transformation Credit: supplied 3 He's performed at venues across the globe Credit: supplied This personal evolution has poured directly into his creative process. 'DJing still fuels a lot of the music,' he says, explaining how many of the tracks on Breathe were road-tested live before being finalised in the studio. 'You don't even have to fully finish a track or master it to play it out. If I have a short snippet, I can already tease it in my sets. I don't have to finish the tracks immediately, but I can sculpt them, which is different from the vinyl days where you had to cut an acetate.' Collaboration, too, remains central. Whether working with icons like Guetta or the genre-blurring Pendulum, there's no fixed formula. 'Sometimes it starts with a loop, sometimes a vocal or a chord progression. Every session is different and that's what makes it exciting.' But perhaps the biggest shift is Armin's relationship with success. 'There was a time when I took gigs purely for the money,' he confesses. 'But now, success is being present, going to my son's football game instead of chasing another big show.' That doesn't mean he's lost the fire. Armin's still innovating, still pushing boundaries. At his A State of Trance festivals, which continue to sell out worldwide, he's introduced new formats like 'face-to-face' DJ sets, where two artists perform from separate decks, locked in a kind of sonic duel. 'You can't touch each other's mixer. You use hand signals like boxers,' he says. 'It's nerve-wracking, but it brings a real human element to the performance.' The face-to-face sets are just one of many ways he's reinventing the live experience. At this year's A State of Trance Festival in London recently, his second in the UK capital, Armin brought a more diverse lineup with more underground names sitting comfortably alongside traditional heavyweights. 'There's a real resurgence of Trance right now,' he says, noting how classic Gatecrasher-era records are finding their way back into sets sometimes even in their original, unedited forms. 'All the tracks we played in 1999, 2000, 2001, they're all coming back in different shapes or form. I mean, obviously, the sound quality is a lot better. You know, the kick hits harder, the drop hits harder, but the melodies are still the same. It was funny because I remember at the time, we didn't have a clue what we were doing. I guess the groundwork was done by people in 1999, 2000, 2001. And there was something golden in that time, but then after that, for a while Trance became a bit of a dirty word. It definitely feels to me now that Trance is not a dirty word anymore.' Ibiza also still holds a special magic for him. 'It goes back to the Balearic spirit of '88 with Oakenfold, Sasha, Digweed. Ibiza is unique. There's something in the air there.' Armin continues his residency at Ushuaïa this summer but, that said, he's taking a break this August in line with his new approach to looking after himself. 'No decks, no phone, just family. That's my summer plan.' In an industry that has too often glamorised excess and punished vulnerability, Armin's honesty is refreshing. He's not just talking about mental health, he's demonstrating what a healthier version of success looks like. 'Take care of your balance,' he advises younger artists. 'Once the train gets going, it's easy to say yes to everything. But it's okay to say no. It's okay to rest. You're no good to anyone if you lose yourself in the process. We've only got to see the downsides recently, you know, particularly since the passing of Tim (Avicii). There was a dramatic shift in the electronic music world.' For Armin van Buuren, this isn't a detour, it's the destination. The music is still euphoric, still anthemic, still packed with the uplifting energy that made him a global force. But now, it's grounded in something deeper. He's breathing. And in doing so, he's showing others how to do the same. Read the full interview with The Night Bazaar HERE. Stream or buy Armin van Buuren's Breathe HERE.
The Sun
31-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Grammy-nominated DJ Armin van Buuren releases two new albums like we've never heard him before
FOR over two decades, Armin van Buuren has stood as one of the towering figures in electronic music, a Trance titan, global festival headliner and relentless creator. With a Grammy nomination and as 5-time No. 1 DJ on DJ Mag's Top 100 DJs list, behind the scenes, Armin has undergone a personal transformation that goes far beyond his music. 3 That story comes to life on Breathe, his most expansive and genre-defying project to date. Spanning 51 tracks across two companion albums, Breathe In and Breathe Out, the body of work is both a celebration of artistic freedom and a snapshot of transformation. From mainstage-ready collaborations with David Guetta, Bon Jovi and Moby to experimental detours with Pendulum and deep club workouts tested in late-night sets, Breathe is Armin like we've never heard him before. 'Albums are like time capsules,' he says. 'Even in the age of playlists, I still believe in crafting something that tells a story from start to finish.' With Breathe In released first, followed by the sprawling Breathe Out, the complete project paints a picture of an artist who has broken free from creative constraints and personal ones, too. Behind the scenes, Armin has undergone a dramatic shift. After years of nonstop touring, he found himself on the brink of burnout. 'I had a press release ready to announce I was taking a sabbatical,' he admits. 'Then COVID happened and suddenly I had space to breathe literally.' What followed was a total lifestyle overhaul. Armin quit drinking, embraced mindfulness and breathwork, and began a journey inward that would reshape not only his health and mindset, but also his music. 'I used to think meditation was nonsense,' he laughs. 'But if so many high-functioning people are doing it, maybe it's not so stupid after all.' His new routine includes daily journaling, gratitude lists and breathing exercises. The results have been powerful. 'I'm more productive than ever thanks to the sobriety, thanks to looking after my diet, thanks to my sleeping pattern, thanks to finally being able to say no to big shows and big offers' he says. 3 3 This personal evolution has poured directly into his creative process. 'DJing still fuels a lot of the music,' he says, explaining how many of the tracks on Breathe were road-tested live before being finalised in the studio. 'You don't even have to fully finish a track or master it to play it out. If I have a short snippet, I can already tease it in my sets. I don't have to finish the tracks immediately, but I can sculpt them, which is different from the vinyl days where you had to cut an acetate.' Collaboration, too, remains central. Whether working with icons like Guetta or the genre-blurring Pendulum, there's no fixed formula. 'Sometimes it starts with a loop, sometimes a vocal or a chord progression. Every session is different and that's what makes it exciting.' But perhaps the biggest shift is Armin's relationship with success. 'There was a time when I took gigs purely for the money,' he confesses. 'But now, success is being present, going to my son's football game instead of chasing another big show.' That doesn't mean he's lost the fire. Armin's still innovating, still pushing boundaries. At his A State of Trance festivals, which continue to sell out worldwide, he's introduced new formats like 'face-to-face' DJ sets, where two artists perform from separate decks, locked in a kind of sonic duel. 'You can't touch each other's mixer. You use hand signals like boxers,' he says. 'It's nerve-wracking, but it brings a real human element to the performance.' The face-to-face sets are just one of many ways he's reinventing the live experience. At this year's A State of Trance Festival in London recently, his second in the UK capital, Armin brought a more diverse lineup with more underground names sitting comfortably alongside traditional heavyweights. 'There's a real resurgence of Trance right now,' he says, noting how classic Gatecrasher-era records are finding their way back into sets sometimes even in their original, unedited forms. 'All the tracks we played in 1999, 2000, 2001, they're all coming back in different shapes or form. I mean, obviously, the sound quality is a lot better. You know, the kick hits harder, the drop hits harder, but the melodies are still the same. It was funny because I remember at the time, we didn't have a clue what we were doing. I guess the groundwork was done by people in 1999, 2000, 2001. And there was something golden in that time, but then after that, for a while Trance became a bit of a dirty word. It definitely feels to me now that Trance is not a dirty word anymore.' Ibiza also still holds a special magic for him. 'It goes back to the Balearic spirit of '88 with Oakenfold, Sasha, Digweed. Ibiza is unique. There's something in the air there.' Armin continues his residency at Ushuaïa this summer but, that said, he's taking a break this August in line with his new approach to looking after himself. 'No decks, no phone, just family. That's my summer plan.' In an industry that has too often glamorised excess and punished vulnerability, Armin's honesty is refreshing. He's not just talking about mental health, he's demonstrating what a healthier version of success looks like. 'Take care of your balance,' he advises younger artists. 'Once the train gets going, it's easy to say yes to everything. But it's okay to say no. It's okay to rest. You're no good to anyone if you lose yourself in the process. We've only got to see the downsides recently, you know, particularly since the passing of Tim (Avicii). There was a dramatic shift in the electronic music world.' For Armin van Buuren, this isn't a detour, it's the destination. The music is still euphoric, still anthemic, still packed with the uplifting energy that made him a global force. But now, it's grounded in something deeper. He's breathing. And in doing so, he's showing others how to do the same.
