ELECTRIC CASTLE 2024 - A FESTIVAL LIKE A HOLIDAY
We are slowly starting our third day of the festival, we are all working in the press room, there is Paolo Nutini doing its soundcheck on the mainstage, we are all trying to put on paper our first impressions from our time spent here. It is the third day of the festival, but it is actually our fourth day of our presence here. so we had an extra day to get accustomed with the new Electric Castle.
There is a new Electric Castle, starting with 2024, an Electric Castle with a new location for the stages, we have Hangar moved near Lidl, we have dj booths in new and exotic locations, such as Lidl and The Castle Market. We have a Electric Castle with a better placement of the food trucks in the food courts, but in the same time, with less plugs in the tree area near Booha Stage. Poeple used to come here and work during the day, plugging their laptops or charging their phones. The only semi-public area with electric plugs, is the one behing Glo.
Last night was practically the first night with propper music, so we ran a lot between the mainstage and Hangar and yes, this time we didn`t include Booha in our trips through the festival. Due to the distances beween stages, we can only pick 2 or 3 stages that we visit religiously. We had Delia and Vita de Vie last night on the mainstage, we had Kungs and Rema, and then we ran towards the Hangar Stage to see EMIL and Jurjak, and in the same time, Cavalera and Apache.
Delia is always a very nice act to see, with a lot of rock`n roll riffs. spreading a good vibe and making people headbang in the audience, preparing them for the great 25th anyversary of one of the most iconic romanian rock albums of all times, Fenomental by Vita de Vie. We were actually glad to see Vita de Vie at Electric Castle since we missed them on their first anniversary, on July 6th. Adrian Despot and his crew delivered the same emotion and force as you would expect. From the Mainstage we moved pretty quickly to Hangar Stage, where we banged our heads on the brutal riffs of Cavalera, taking us back to our Highschool days, when Sepultura was driving the neighbours nuts, because you couldn`t listen to it without bringing the volume to the maximum. Coming back to the Mainstage, we had Rema, that brought with his music a new vibe to Electric Castle with his afrobeats. It was actually the first time, when Electric Castle chose to try new musical genres for its line-up. Unsurprisingly enough, it was full at the mainstage during his concert, the people sang and danced troughout all his set. The night ended with Apache and his Brass Band.
And in the end, let us not forget the talkshows that are spread all around the festival, we had the opportunity to assist to some very colorful talks with Maria Popovici. It was a very beautiful chat amongst the peoples expectations towards the gender roles in society, domestic violence and its influence on child education. We had Aluziva as a host and also a lot of dicks in the discourse but what the hack, the guest was a very reputable stand-up comedian so what is wrong if you throw a dick here and there, just to get some more smiles from the audience.
We are ready for a full night, with Bring me the Horizon on the Mainstage, with HVNDS, Coma and Paolo Nutini, with Dub Pistols Dj Diesel and Camo and Crooked on Hangar Stage, and other 50 other live acts scattered all around the festival.
Written by Irina Marinescu for AgenturppF
A night to Remember - Iggy Pop brought the world to the heights of ecstasy at Electric Castle 2023
The 2023 edition of the Electric Castle Festival was one with an incendiary line-up, being the first of the series of festivals in Bontida, where for 5 days the music blared from the loudspeakers non-stop
Electric Castle 2023 witnessed an electrifying show in the presence of the legendary Iggy Pop, who left his unmistakable mark on the entire festival and its participants. Held in the picturesque Bánffy Castle in Cluj, Romania, the festival provided the perfect setting for an evening of high-energy rock and roll, with Iggy Pop providing an unforgettable experience.
It was another night of fun at the Electric Castle, despite the rain code orange. Tens of thousands of people ignored the whims of nature and danced until sunrise. The legendary Iggy Pop took the stage with the same energy he had 30 years ago. Everything, to the joy of the partygoers, who felt the adrenaline to the fullest.
The legendary American singer Iggy Pop, who was in Romania for the first time, took the stage at the Electric Castle shortly after 10 p.m. The artist kept the audience hooked for minutes on end. The young people who came to the festival wanted to take full advantage of the last moments before the rain came and had a lot of fun. They didn't forget the outfits either, which were spectacular.
That evening, the atmosphere at Electric Castle was magical. As the sun set behind the Gothic ruins of Bánffy Castle, the stage was bathed in vibrant lights that danced in sync with the music. The anticipation of the legendary moment was palpable; fans from all over the world had gathered on the lawn in front of the main stage, many dressed in Iggy Pop t-shirts, to complete the evening's punk rock landscape.
Throughout the concert of the legendary Iggy Pop, the festival was filled with a mixture of historical charm and modern exuberance. Food stalls offering a range of international cuisines, art installations and interactive experiences dot the landscape, giving festival goers plenty to explore before the main event. The sense of community was strong, with strangers quickly becoming friends out of shared excitement for what was to come.
The crowd in front of the stage was a diverse melange of ages and socio-cultural backgrounds, people brought together by their love of Iggy Pop and his lasting influence on rock music. Young festivalgoers mingled with die-hard fans, many of whom have followed Iggy's career since its early days with The Stooges. The energy was infectious, people spontaneously danced and sang along throughout the show.
Iggy Pop's show at Electric Castle was at the level of a rock and roll masterclass. From the first chords, Iggy Pop fully proved, if this was needed, that he still possesses the raw energy and charisma that turned him into an iconic figure of universal music. His gravelly and powerful voice reverberated through the night, each track delivered with the same ferocity and passion that has defined his career.
The setlist was a perfect mix of classic hits and newer material, each song meticulously chosen to keep the energy high and the audience's interest high.
Thus, the recital was opened by I Wanna Be Your Dog - the song that set the tone for the evening, instantly igniting the crowd, followed by Gimme Danger - whose powerful riffs completely captivated
the audience. Lust for Life came just in time, to bring the entire audience's voices in unison, transforming the entire atmosphere into a real highlight of the entire evening. After this, The
Passenger surprised the entire audience by dancing and applauding. Search and Destroy came next, as a symbol of the artist's punk roots, this song brought a raw, chaotic energy to the stage. Then
came legendary songs like Five Foot One, Real Wild Child (Wild One), Nightclubbing - A slower, atmospheric track that gave the crowd a brief respite before the next onslaught of rock music began.
Some Weird Sin - The driving beat and catchy chorus was a crowd favorite. The evening then continued with China Girl - The special interpretation of this classic song brought a touch of romance to
the whole set. The rest of the songs included Mass Production, Candy, No Fun, Down on the Street, I'm Bored, Gardenia and ending the evening with Skull Ring, a song whose energy left the audience
with an insatiable appetite for more.
It was a memorable night, precisely because Iggy Pop offered an experience that is hard to match, through charisma and an enviable stage presence, despite his advanced age. His ability to connect with the audience, both through his music and his overflowing energy, made the entire recital an experience
unforgettable. The synergy between Iggy and his fans generated an explosion of raw energy from the crowd, where his powerful music created a sense of unity throughout the evening. As the final notes faded and the crowd began to disperse, the entire audience felt like they were witnessing something truly special. Iggy Pop hadn't just sung; had shared with the entire audience an impressive piece of rock history, leaving the entire audience with the feeling of having a similar experience with this unmistakable legend of the world music landscape as soon as possible.
Written by Irina Marinescu
Macklemore sets the atmosphere on fire at Electric Castle 2023
A night full of music and unity
Electric Castle 2023 at Bánffy Castle in Cluj, Romania was nothing short of spectacular, and Macklemore's performance stood out as one of the highlights of the festival. The rapper and his band performed an enthusiastic performance that captivated the audience, creating an electrifying atmosphere that continued late into the night.
The atmosphere at Electric Castle was a perfect blend of historic charm and modern festival vibes. The Gothic ruins of Bánffy Castle provided a stunning backdrop, enhanced by dazzling lights that
turned the night into a visual feast. As the sky darkened, the wait for Macklemore's concert made festival-goers gather in increasing numbers in front of the main stage, eagerly awaiting the moment
when the artist would take the stage.
The energy in the crowd was contagious. People from all over the world gathered together to sing their favorite songs, dance and celebrate the moment. From the moment he took the stage, Macklemore's charisma and energy were undeniable. He dominated the stage and the entire audience with a strong presence, thus managing to give the impression to every person in the audience that he is an integral part of the show.
Macklemore was accompanied on stage by an important suite of instrumentalists and dancers who brought an extra touch of joy and vitality to the music. Their synergy was evident, with each member contributing to the overall energy and musicality of the show.
The night's set list was a perfect mix that encompassed a significant number of Macklemore's greatest hits and newer tracks, each song meticulously chosen to keep the audience engaged and energized. Ain't Gonna Die Tonight – A perfect song to open the night, which set the tone full of energy, then followed by Thrift Shop – during which the crowd erupted into cheers, singing the entire song word for word. Can't Hold Us was followed by Glorious - An uplifting anthem that had the audience resonating to extreme heights. Willy Wonka - A playful and dynamic track that was living proof of the unique versatility of Macklemore's music. White Walls got the audience into a state of dance and was followed by Same Love - an emotional moment that surprised the audience as the light asked the night with the help of phones. Downtown – came just in time to bring back the fun and energy that kept the crowd moving. Marmelade then followed, captivating the crowd with their infectious rhythms and overflowing energy. Good Old Days, generated a deep state of nostalgia, creating the perfect setting for Ten Million - A newer track that was warmly received by the audience. Corner Store, Firebreather, Excavate, Brad Pitt's Cousin and Dance Off followed.
Influence on the festival
Macklemore's performance at Electric Castle 2023 was more than just a concert; it was a celebration of music, unity and positive energy. His ability to combine meaningful lyrics with infectious beats and a dynamic stage presence made his set one of the highlights of the festival.
Echoes about Macklemore's concert spread throughout the festival. Attendees were full of emotion, sharing their favorite moments and singing along to his songs long after the set was over. Its
message of inclusion and celebration of individuality resonated deeply with the diverse crowd, reinforcing the festival's ethos of bringing people together through music.
Conclusion
Macklemore's concert at Electric Castle 2023 was an unforgettable experience that highlighted the power of music to unite and inspire. His performance, backed by a talented band and carefully curated
setlist, created an atmosphere of joy and camaraderie that left a lasting impression on all who attended. As the final notes faded and the crowd began to disperse, it was clear that Macklemore had
not only delivered an incredible set.
Written by Irina Marinescu
The Electric Castle Team launches Theworld we dream of:10 years of Electric Castle in 5 minutes |Short movie |
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the result is a video material that reveals unique situations in the history of the festival. disappears just when you need it, artists that you break up with only to get back together, even a small tornado - these are the parts that no one takes into account when starting a festival. You go on, gripped by Bonțida fever, and you find solutions. You know that you are not alone, but you are with all those who dream, like you, of a different world", says Tudor Costinaș, Head of Communications Electric Castle. already known. They are the ones who will be part of the festival team, ready to build again, from the ground up, the space where Massive Attack, Bring Me The Horizon, Queens of The Stone Age, Chase and Status, Rema, Sean Paul, Ricardo Villalobos, Paolo Nutini and Khruangbin will discover Bonțida, a unique audience and the world that thousands of fans proudly call their favorite festival.
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Electric Castle launches EC Radioand daily schedule of the 2024 edition |
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"The Electric Castle experience - anywhere, anytime" is the promise of the newest online radio station launched by the festival, which is preparing for its 10th edition. EC Radio perfectly
reflects the mix of musical styles specific to the festival, with special broadcasts dedicated to the artists who will be present, starting from July 17 this year, on the stages of the castle. The
exact date of the live shows can be found, starting today, in the daily schedule published on www.electriccastle.ro waiting for Massive Attack, Bring Me The Horizon or Queens of The Stone Age at Electric Castle, but for anyone looking for different musical selections. From today, mornings start with "Stuck in Traffic", 3 hours of recommendations from the festival's booking department. Shows like "Down Memory Lane" offer playlists for the nostalgic, with artists present at past editions of the festival, while "Your Next Favorite Artist" invites discoveries, with new artists who stand out with a personal sound. Training for EC 10 is done with shows dedicated to artists from the 2024 lineup. EC radio can be listened to exclusively online, at https://electriccastle.ro/radio on July 17 with Reel Party by BT & DJ Yoda, a concept that has been enthusiastically received at previous editions. On Thursday, July 18, the festival will vibrate with Afro, techno, drum and bass and metal rhythms with Rema, Kungs and Bonobo, Apashe & The Brass Orchestra and Cavalera. weekend is reserved for the legends: Massive Attack and Queens of The Stone Age are live on Saturday, July 20, when Chase and Status, Khruangbin and Marc Rebillet are also scheduled. July 21 will be marked by Sean Paul's dancehall style and Palaye Royale, who will fascinate with their fashion-art rock style. Sevdaliza, Kenya Grace and Todd Terje will also be on the final day of EC 10. + taxes. The complete program for Electric Castle 2024 and tickets are available at www.electriccastle.ro
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Afrobeat sensation Rema joins theartists in the Electric Castle 2024 line-up |
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Rema, the Nigerian artist who convinced the whole world to rediscover Afrobeat rhythms, completes the line-up announced for Electric Castle 2024. Along with Massive Attack, Bring Me The Horizon,
Queens of The Stone Age, Chase and Status, Sean Paul and Paolo Nutini, Rema will be present on the main stage of the festival, between July 17 and 21. Spotify mark, and the song managed to challenge the whole world to discover a complex artist and a new creative direction in Afrobeat music. His debut album Rave & Roses Ultra bears the imprint of Nigerian music, but is full of influences from trap, electro and even jazz, a style that Rema defines as afrorave and which has convinced personalities like Barrack Obama to recommend his tracks. Rema, the sensation afrobeat, joins Electric Castle 2024 line-up artists (2) "Soundgasm", but Rema is increasingly mentioning new projects with big names in American rap, which would come next to materialize in the near future. With a bit of luck, Romanian fans will have the chance to listen to them live at the festival. techno scene. At the forefront of electronic music for over 20 years, Villalobos is inventive, flamboyant, very little interested in success, but obsessed with discovering new approaches to music. The DJ who imposed a surprising level of subtlety in the electro style will be present on the Dance Garden Stage, along with the other 35 artists proposed in the Sunrise Takeover. the price of 139 Euros (plus taxes). The complete list of artists present at Electric Castle 2024, all types of subscriptions available and accommodation options in the festival campsite can be found at
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Full line-up for Electric Castle 2024
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Massive Attack, Bring Me The Horizon, Queens of The 
Stone Age, Chase and Status, Sean Paul and Paolo Nutini – this is what the headliners of the 10th edition of the Electric Castle festival look like. Another 300 artists from all musical genres will be present at Banffy Castle, in Bonțida, between July 17 and 21, to create a new edition that is even more eclectic, exotic and explosive. Massive Attack and Queens of The Stone Age have created musical styles, becoming benchmarks for entire generations of musicians, while bands such as Bring Me The Horizon and Chase and Status are revolutionizing their versatility and appetite for experimentation in different musical areas. everything you'd expect from a rapper born in the reggae capital, but his record of hits (1.2 billion listens in 2023 alone) and awards (Grammy, AMA, Billboard) says much more about ambition, talent and the power to create a brand. In the opposite register, Paolo Nutini comes with a cocktail of rock and soul, a voice that stirs emotions and more than 20 years of career that has brought him millions of fans. With Marc Rebillet, the most "playful" DJ of the moment, Shaquille O'Neal aka DJ Diesel aka NBA star turned drum and bass star, Sevdaliza, the artist experimenting with Iranian rhythms in pop music, and L'Entourloop, the collective project led by two Frenchmen who pose as "grandfathers of hip-hop", Electric Castle refuses recipes in the line-up and follows its own creative instinct. Bonobo, Cavalera Brothers, Sleaford Mods, Iguana Death Cult, She Wants Revenge, Palaye Royale, iLe, Derya Yildirim & Group Simşek, Fulu Miziki , Subcarpathi, Vița de Vie, Coma, Vama, Irina Rimes, Byron, Delia, Șuie Paparude, CTC and dozens of other names are confirmed to take the stage at Electric Castle.
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Electric Castle 2024 -Tickets and lineup |
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Electric Castle 2024 - Tickets and lineup Start time 12:00 Access time / gate opening 12:00:00 Banffy Castle, Bontida
Electric Castle will return in 2024 with its tenth edition, an anniversary one, which will promise unmissable concerts and an electrifying atmosphere. The event will take place between July 17-21.
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The first wave of artists at Electric Castle2024! Massive Attack,BMTH and Queensof The Stone Age are coming
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The first wave of artists at Electric Castle 2024! Massive Attack, BMTH and Queens of The Stone Age are coming
edition of the Bonțida festival! Massive Attack, Bring Me The Horizon and Queens of The Stone Age are the first big names to be confirmed for the 10th edition. of the stage there, in front of the legend Josh Homme, then Bring Me The Horizon for the third time at the festival, but I want to tell you that it's never enough BMTH in EC and Chase and Status in a live formula, which is unusual for him. About once every 5-6 years he comes out with this formula. For drum and bass lovers, put it in the calendar, with a red pen! Of course, there are many, many other artists. We have a few dozen artists,” Electric Castle PR Renate Roca-Rozenberg said on the Morning Glory show Wednesday morning. from the line-up were given. with "a lot of rock and trip hop". by Chase and Status (live), Marc Rebillet, Nina Kraviz, Bonobo, Dj Shadow, Sleaford Mods, among many other names, and a surprise guest: Shaquille O'Neal aka DJ Diesel, NBA legend and self-proclaimed "dubstep dad". Fans have the chance to see all these names at Electric Castle for a price of only 119 Euros, a special promotion until December 20", the organizers said in a statement.
and inspired a whole generation of artists through their extraordinary creative power in music, visual arts and activism. Massive Attack fully deserves its status as a cult band and the organizers of Electric Castle are honored to offer the public the chance to listen, live, to iconic songs such as Teardrop, Angel or Unfinished Sympathy. promoting a new album that will surprise fans with a different sound. At the band's first appearance in Romania, Queens of The Stone Age (QOTSA) promise a masterclass in rock! QOTSA is prepared with a show that goes through all periods of the career of the legendary band, from hits like Nobody Knows and I Sat By The Ocean, to the recent Carnavoyeur. Seeing Josh Homme live on the main stage at Electric Castle is a dream come true for any alternative rock lover.
of the best D'n'B artists will be at the castle live, which is very rare for the British duo. Two legends, both with roots in trip hop and an impressive career behind them: DJ Shadow, the man who turned sampling into art, and Bonobo, the producer whose discography is a whole journey between musical styles, are also on the bill Electric Castle 2024. own living room. Meanwhile, 'Loop Daddy', nicknamed for the live looping techniques he uses, has gone on to sold out concerts and is preparing a one-of-a-kind show for Electric Castle, while Nina Kraviz will bring to the festival her unique style that combines house and techno. backboards: Shaquille O'Neal is on the EC poster as DJ Diesel, the man who converted the energy of sports into intense dubstep sets. and psychedelic rock, and Sleaford Mods, the British band proving that punk music continues to evolve. Among the female presences in the line-up, fans of the young Kenya Grace are waiting to discover the Strangers concert version, no. 1 in the UK this autumn. After a Grammy nomination, Jayda G, the producer who released remixes for big names like Taylor Swift or Dua Lipa, makes her EC debut. Hospitality Night @ Electric Castle means, in its 10th edition, an extended show with Degs, Unglued, Camo & Krooked feat. DAXTA, Anaïs, HOAX and PVC.
until December 20, with the possibility of purchase in 6 installments. The full list of confirmed artists, all types of subscriptions available and accommodation options in the festival campsite can be found at
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Electric Castle schedules its 10th edition for July 17-21, 2024
Electric Castle fans can officially start the countdown to the 2024 edition! The 10th edition of the festival will take place between July 17 and 21, 2024, and the organizers are already present on the Bánffy field, preparing the ground for the hundreds of thousands of expected participants. of this summer's edition, which marked an audience record in the event's history: 232,000 participants. Until the announcement of the first confirmed artists for the 10th edition, the organizers are looking carefully towards the European Festival Awards. Electric Castle is nominated for the 8th consecutive year, this time in the Best Major Festival category, after, in 2019, it received the title of Best Medium-Sized Festival. Along with industry experts, the public can nominate the best events of the year with a vote here. started preparations for the festival. EC continues the approach started this spring to transform the festival campsite into a relaxing space with plenty of shade for the public and a park for the community of Bonțida by planting trees. At the end of the project, 10,000 trees will be planted, on an area of approximately 10 hectares. to adopt effective sustainability strategies for events in Europe. Thus, in addition to the already known actions, including selective recycling, supporting eco-friendly transport to and from the festival or protecting historical heritage, Electric Castle will continue to develop new programs to reduce the impact on the environment. , in the early bird promotion until November 14. Those who wish can from now on reserve a place in the festival campsite by purchasing an access ticket, and subsequently opt for one of the accommodation options.
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