🌴 SHENANIGANS ( Freaky Tiki Edition ) – THE BIGGEST ONE YET! 🌺
We’ve officially sacked the accountant… because we’ve absolutely blown the budget on this monster line-up!
🔥 3 International DJs will be jetting in to bring the heat, supported by a stack of 16 of Australia’s finest DJs and producers — that’s 19 acts total bringing nothing but energy, rhythm, and pure dancefloor chaos!
And if that wasn’t enough, we’ve partnered with the legendary Subsonic crew to make this the official after-party!!!
With a line-up this huge, we’re starting the Shenanigans early — kicking off at 4PM and going full throttle until 3AM. That’s an 11-hour marathon of beats, bass, and good times.
But this isn’t just another party — this one’s our FREAKY TIKI THEME EDITION 🌺🍹. We’re getting weird, wild, and wonderfully tropical. Box Events will be working overtime to transform The Lass into a full-blown island paradise — think tiki torches, bamboo bars, neon palms, and lush, exotic vibes that’ll make you forget you’re not on a beach in Hawaii.
To top it off, Panda Sound will be delivering two stages of pure power with their thumping Danley sound system, so every groove, drop, and kick will hit just right.
So grab your leis, dust off your loudest Hawaiian shirts, and get ready to lose yourself under the tiki torches — this one’s shaping up to be the wildest one yet. 🌊🔥🌴
DJ's -
BLANCH
TOMEK
OSCIL8
MOZZ
F.RITS
QUORN
WORTHO
JAQUEL
ROSS MVNRO
LIGHTCAMO
INFRASONIX
MICHAEL DOWELL
JOHNNY REILLY
Maksim Dark -
Maksim Dark was born in the nineties with techno in his blood.
With a passion for minimalistic, unique and boundary pushing sounds, Maksim has captivated audiences worldwide with his innovative take on techno and face melting live performances. Developing a signature tone from early in his career led to Maksim becoming a pioneering figure of progressive, minimal techno and psy-tech over the past decade.
Maksim Dark's discography boasts a plethora of releases on renowned labels such as Senso Sounds, SCI+TEC, Octopus Records, Alula Tunes and Stone Seed, as well his own imprints Dense Audio and Solid Audio, earning him recognition among both his peers and fans.
His attitude driven live performances have taken him to almost every continent in the world, from the main stages of Fusion Festival and Watergate in Germany, to Dragon Dreaming Australia, With You Festival South Africa and The Town Festival Brazil.
Thanks to his commitment to creative evolution and a growing global fan base, Maksim Dark continues to shape the landscape of electronic music, leaving an indelible mark on the industry.
Loa Szala -
Elevated sounds from an artist in the ascendancy, Loa Szala blends stripped back but propulsive bleeps
and breaks, hiding in rare undiscovered corners of atmospheric Techno, Progressive, Trance and Electro, with a seamless natural feel.
Never rushed, her fine touch and captivating selections fold into a deeply inviting style, rewarding her audiences with a rich flow of records that are full of rumbling presence, finesse, and simmering energy, yet feel personal in every turn.
Formerly based in both Poland and Japan, Loa has scoured the globe for underground sounds since 2014,
and is now calling another vibrant 24-hour city her home: London. Already with some of the capital’s most prestigious venues under her belt, including a well-deserved residency with thriving international
party-starters, Alien Communications, many of the city's most tasteful critics and clubgoers have increasingly drawn their attention to her quietly captivating performances.
Loa sets out across Europe and Worldwide this year on a series of international dates, bringing her
enticing, contemporary sounds to a dancefloor near you very soon.
Waltervelt -
For over 16 years, James has dedicated himself to dance music and to developing a sound that has stood out for being truly unique. With an experimental flair, the Santa Catarina native from Joinville mixes indie dance, electro and other influences with a heavy dose of techno, consolidating a powerful and very characteristic sound.
Since 2016, Waltervelt has been developing this aesthetic, and in 2019, he was discovered by Maceo Plex, who highlighted him as one of the great names representing his label, Ellum Audio. His talent continues to cross borders with other releases on renowned labels such as his EP "The Gang 89" which was a global success on Diynamic Music, he also released a vinyl on the renowned label “Systematic” alongside Carl Cox, Josh Wink, among other big names on the 20-year compilation.
In addition to playing in important clubs and national festivals such as Tomorrowland Brasil, Warung, Caos, Ame, Surreal Park, the artist also tours throughout South America, in countries such as Argentina and
Colombia.
Tom Baker -
Tom Baker stands at the crossroads of growling psychedelic techno and intricate melodic storytelling. His productions are built with precision and depth, delivering sonic journeys that carry his unmistakable signature.
As a core artist with Stone Seed and frequent collaborator with Digital Structures, Baker has earned recognition as both a producer and remixer, working alongside names such as Perfect Stranger, Electrypnose, Quivver, and Ryanosaurus.
His music has resonated across the world’s most celebrated stages, from Fusion Festival’s Turmbühne (Germany) and Boom’s Alchemy Circle (Portugal) to Ozora’s Pumpui (Hungary) and club institutions including Sisyphos and Renate in Berlin, while remaining a consistent force within the Australian festival circuit. Whether under festival skies or inside revered club walls, Baker’s performances are a masterclass in weaving hypnotic energy with raw power.
Phil Smart -
Phil has been an influential part of the Australian electronic music scene since the early warehouse rave days in Sydney. He’s played lots of records to lots of people in lots of clubs, bars, warehouses, fields, deserts, basements, carparks and bunkers over the years. He’s renowned for playing fresh sounds and forward thinking electronic music and has been involved in putting on some of the most legendary parties and events in Sydney and beyond.
Voted Australian DJ of the Year at the National Dance Music Awards in 2000, and twice voted into DJ Magazine's prestigious list of the worlds Top 100 DJs.
He’s played at the premier events around Australia including Subsonic, S.A.S.H, Motorik, Love, Sabotage,Tweekin, Mad Racket, Chinese Laundry and Revolver, as well as festivals such asEarth Frequency, Rabbits Eat Lettuce, Big Day Out, Falls Festival and Splendour In The Grass.
International DJ experience includes Funky Teknotribe, Spundaes, Basics, Sunset and Green Gorilla (SF), PS1(NY), Shambhala (BC),Black Rock City(NV), various places in LA, Chicago, Denver, Phoenix, Portland, Vancouver, Toronto and Mexico City; Bedrock and Club UK (London), E-Werk(Berlin) as well as clubs in Asia, New Zealand and the Middle East.
Jakob -
(SUTRA / recovery collective / Jannowitz)
Get ready to groove with Jakob, Hailing from the vibrant underground scene in the UK, Jakob's youth was a whirlwind of dancing, organizing, and spinning tunes at some of the wildest parties and raves in the country. Fueling his passion, he took a leap of faith and embarked on a journey to Australia to further his dreams.
With Europe as his playground during his formative years, Jakob's sound is a delightful fusion of his international experiences. For over 11 years, he has been making waves in the Australian underground electronic music scene, leaving an indelible mark. Djing for 17 years not only is Jakob a master of beats, but he is also a wizard at throwing mind-blowing parties. As the founder and organizer of Sydney's most colorful and extravagant event, SUTRA, he has been orchestrating one of the city's biggest celebrations for over 9 years. Picture a kaleidoscope of energy, pulsating rhythms, and an explosion of colors that leave partygoers mesmerized.
But that's not all! Jakob has graced the stages of Sydney's grandest events and festivals, commanding the crowd with his magnetic presence. He has shared the limelight with industry heavyweights such as Oliver Huntemann, Carl Craig, Heidi, AudioJack, Thomas Schumacher, Victor Ruiz, Matan Caspi, Markus Homm, Doorly, Ritchie Hawtin, Carl Cox, Patrick Topping, Green Velvet, Alan Fitzpatrick, Guti, Kevin Saunderson, Denney, Markus Homm, Dilby Le Fleur, Timmus, Fred v & Graffix, David Rodigan, and countless other luminaries that dominate the electronic music scene today.
Jakob's infectious enthusiasm for music has always been his driving force. He brings an exhilarating blend of dirty, chunky, and groovy House & techno to the mix, sprinkled with percussion and progressive elements. As if that weren't enough, his love for underground music adds an extra layer of magic to his performances. Brace yourself for an eargasmic night on the dance floor that will have you surrendering to the rhythm and losing yourself in the moment.
So, get ready to dive into Jakob's world, where the fun never stops and the music never ceases to amaze. Join him on a sonic adventure that will transport you to euphoric heights and leave you craving more. Are you Let's dance!
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