Dance/Electronic events in UK
Dance Electronic Music in the UK: A Thriving Scene of Festivals and Club Nights
The United Kingdom has long been at the forefront of dance and electronic music, pioneering genres like drum and bass, garage, and dubstep. Today, the UK's electronic music scene continues to flourish, offering a diverse array of events across its major cities and beyond.Creamfields: The UK's Premier Electronic Music Festival
Creamfields, held annually in Daresbury, Cheshire, is undoubtedly the UK's largest and most renowned electronic music festival. This four-day event attracts over 70,000 attendees and features a star-studded lineup of both established and emerging acts. Past headliners have included Calvin Harris, The Chemical Brothers, and Carl Cox. Creamfields has become a pilgrimage site for electronic music fans from across the globe.Parklife Festival
Manchester's Parklife Festival, while not exclusively electronic, features a strong lineup of dance music acts. Held in Heaton Park, this two-day event has hosted performances by electronic music icons like Disclosure, Aphex Twin, and Four Tet.City-Specific Electronic Music Scenes
London's electronic music scene is diverse and vibrant. Fabric, despite facing challenges, remains an iconic venue for dance music. Other key spots include Printworks, XOYO, and Ministry of Sound. The city also hosts numerous outdoor events and warehouse parties throughout the year. Manchester, with its rich history in dance music, boasts a thriving electronic scene. Venues like The Warehouse Project and Soup Kitchen regularly feature both local and international DJs and producers. Glasgow is often considered the UK's techno capital. The city's Sub Club is legendary in the electronic music world, while SWG3 hosts larger events and festivals. Birmingham's Rainbow Venues complex, before its closure, was a cornerstone of the city's electronic music scene. Today, venues like Lab11 and Crane carry the torch, hosting regular club nights and larger events. Bristol has a unique electronic music identity, particularly known for its contributions to drum and bass and trip-hop. Venues like Motion and Lakota are key players in the city's scene.International Acts and British Talent
The UK's electronic music events attract major international acts, with DJs and producers from across Europe, the Americas, and beyond regularly performing. Acts like Martin Garrix, Amelie Lens, and Armin van Buuren often include multiple UK dates on their tours. At the same time, the UK continues to produce world-class electronic music talent. Artists like Bicep, Four Tet, and Floating Points have gained international acclaim while maintaining strong followings at home.Specialized Electronic Music Events
Beyond the major festivals, the UK hosts numerous smaller, specialized electronic music events. These include: - Junction 2 in London, focusing on techno and house music - Hospitality in the Park in London, celebrating drum and bass - Bugged Out Weekender, a multi-venue event in various locations These events offer more intimate experiences and often feature cutting-edge acts alongside established favorites.The Impact of UK Radio on Electronic Music
BBC Radio 1's Essential Mix and Resident Advisor's Exchange have played crucial roles in promoting electronic music in the UK. These programs often feature live recordings from UK events and help bring both established and emerging electronic artists to wider audiences.Underground Electronic Scene
The UK's underground electronic scene is particularly vibrant, with numerous small venues and DIY spaces hosting regular nights. Cities like Leeds, Sheffield, and Brighton have strong local electronic music communities that support both homegrown talent and touring underground acts. In conclusion, the UK's dance electronic music scene remains at the cutting edge, offering everything from massive festival experiences to intimate underground shows. With a perfect blend of homegrown talent and international acts, set against the backdrop of world-class festivals and iconic venues, the UK continues to be a global epicenter for electronic music. Whether you're a fan of house, techno, drum and bass, or any subgenre in between, the UK's electronic music events calendar has something to offer year-round. The passion and creativity of UK electronic music fans and producers, combined with the country's rich musical heritage, ensure that the scene will continue to innovate and thrive for years to come.Ishmael Ensemble in Hare and Hounds, Birmingham 16/10/2024
Hare and Hounds, Birmingham 106 High Street, Kings Heath, Birmingham, United KingdomThe event Ishmael Ensemble will accure on 16/10/2024, start time 19:00:00 in Hare and Hounds, opening price stands on 15.95 GBP.
Tsatsamis in London Oslo 16/10/2024
London Oslo 1A Amhurst Road, , London, United KingdomThe event Tsatsamis will accure on 16/10/2024, start time 19:00:00 in London Oslo, opening price stands on 15.4 GBP.
berlioz (live) in O2 Academy Brixton, London 17/10/2024
United Kingdom , United KingdomThe event berlioz (live) will accure on 17/10/2024, start time 19:00:00 in O2 Academy Brixton, opening price stands on 67.5 GBP.
Into the Groove in Bath Forum 18/10/2024
Bath Forum 1a Forum Buildings, St James Parade, Bath, United KingdomThe event Into the Groove will accure on 18/10/2024, start time 19:30:00 in Bath Forum, opening price stands on 32.75 GBP.
Ishmael Ensemble in Manchester Gorilla 19/10/2024
Manchester Gorilla 54-56 Whitworth St West, , Manchester, United KingdomThe event Ishmael Ensemble will accure on 19/10/2024, start time 19:00:00 in Manchester Gorilla, opening price stands on 16.7 GBP.
Unkle in HERE at Outernet, London 21/10/2024
HERE at Outernet, London Denmark Street, , London, United KingdomThe event Unkle will accure on 21/10/2024, start time 19:00:00 in HERE at Outernet, London, opening price stands on 35 GBP.
Ishmael Ensemble in SWX, Bristol 24/10/2024
SWX, Bristol 15 Nelson Street, , Bristol, United KingdomThe event Ishmael Ensemble will accure on 24/10/2024, start time 19:00:00 in SWX, opening price stands on 15 GBP.
CAP1TALA in The Lower Third, London 24/10/2024
The Lower Third, London 26 Denmark St, , London, United KingdomThe event CAP1TALA will accure on 24/10/2024, start time 19:00:00 in The Lower Third, opening price stands on 12 GBP.
Black Coffee in Alexandra Palace, London 25/10/2024
Alexandra Palace Park, London Alexandra Palace Way, , London, United KingdomThe event Black Coffee will accure on 25/10/2024, start time 18:30:00 in Alexandra Palace, opening price stands on 45 GBP.
Barry Can’t Swim in O2 Academy Brixton, London 01/11/2024
United Kingdom , United KingdomThe event Barry Can't Swim will accure on 01/11/2024, start time 19:00:00 in O2 Academy Brixton, opening price stands on 35 GBP.
Halina Rice in O2 Academy2 Oxford 02/11/2024
O2 Academy2 Oxford 190 Cowley Road, , Oxford, United KingdomThe event Halina Rice will accure on 02/11/2024, start time 18:30:00 in O2 Academy2 Oxford, opening price stands on 17.5 GBP.
Barry Can’t Swim in O2 Academy Brixton, London 02/11/2024
United Kingdom , United KingdomThe event Barry Can't Swim will accure on 02/11/2024, start time 19:00:00 in O2 Academy Brixton, opening price stands on 35 GBP.