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Inaugural Israeli edition to feature Âme (live), Danny Tenaglia, DJ Koze, Honey Dijon, Sasha across four stages in Tel Aviv’s largest urban park with art installations + more!
A new beginning in the beautiful beach resort town of Tamarindo, Costa Rica
First BPM event in Israel to host Acid Pauli, Âme (live), Danny Tenaglia, DJ Koze, Honey Dijon, Sasha and more!
The BPM Festival is excited to announce their Middle East debut at Dubai’s BASE nightclub for three-month residency.
The BPM Festival, known as one of the loudest techno event in the world. Known for its multiple day parties with elite artists from across the underground house scene with names like Hot Since 82, Skream, Lauren Lane, Hector, Scuba, Alan Fitzpatrick, Sam Paganini, Lee Burridge, Chus & Ceballos, Danny Tenaglia, and Carl Cox.
Yesterday, The BPM Festival has announced what will happen in the near future. The statement starts off thanking everyone who was apart of the first edition of BPM Portugal last month also announcing that the festival will continue it’s installment to the beautiful beaches of Portimão and Lagoa in Portugal for September 2018. The statement then continues with some unfortunate news, due to the devastating tragedy that happened at Blue Parrot on the final day, The BPM Festival will not be returning to Mexico in January.
The people behind The BPM Festival are already scouting for new locations so they can bring their fans the best BPM experience ever. The festival is already in the planning stages to bring The BPM Festival to a new beach location in January 2019. This news may be disappointing news for some of you and even though we will not be dancing together on the beaches or jungles in Mexico our memories will live on forever.
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“We are living in a world where there are a lot of bad stuff happening everywhere you turn, we still come together and we celebrate life and music and I thank you all and BPM for this incredible time” said Seth Troxler as he ends his killer set at This Is The End party, which took place on the last day, lets go back to the beginning to the first day of the very first installment of The BPM Festival expansion to Portugal.
Not knowing what to expect for its first expansion to another country, people from all over the world flocked to Portugal to see what the people behind BPM had to offer. Showcasing more than 30 world class artists at multiple magical locations and a lineup that was too hot to refuse with pioneer artists and a mixture of underground techno. While people came together to see their favorite artists in the likes of Drumcode’s Alan Fitzpatrick and Ida Engberg, and Hot Creations — Jamie Jones, Loco Dice, Danny Tenaglia, Richie Hawtin, Victor Calderone, Pan-Pot, Chris Liebing, and Paul Kalkbrenner just to name a few. Portugal was the perfect place to make the expansion, with gorgeous luscious beaches, surrounded by breathtaking rock formations and secret caves. The festival had a completely different vibe and experience compared to its original location. The parties were spread out to different locations throughout Portimão from large entertainment venues to the lavishing beach clubs so BPM attendees can enjoy the entire experience and have the chance to explore Portugal.
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The first day of BPM superb with Paul Kalkbrenner presents Back To The Future along with Pan-Pot, and Chris Liebing. It was located at Centro de Congressos do Arade which is a three showcase venue in the neighboring town of Lagoa. Loaded with fun actives inside with a GIF photo booth, the layout looked like a funhouse for adults. Each room was jam-packed with festival goers as well as delivering some of the finest techno tracks that we all love and know. Each artist gave their finest performance by playing their deepest, darkest sets ever. People partied until the sun rises into the next day full of more impressive parties.
Day 2 rolls around starting off with Lee Burridge’s infamous All Day I Dream party. The day was bright full of smiles and sunshine beaming down on us throughout the entire time. Joined by the likes of Yokoo, Bedouin, and Lost Desert, all playing fans favorites as well their new track Hunter. People in unity dancing together on the beautiful Blanco Beach. The music blasting through the speakers giving off a tranquil, and chill vibes as we sink into the sounds provided by Lee Burridge and the rest of the crew. We then walked over from Blanco Beach to NoSolo Água Beach Club, Praia da Rocha. The line was extremely long luckily we had special media passes and we were able to go right in. BPM Portugal: Jamie Jones Paradise was the hottest, sexiest party happening that night. On the roster were legends Jasper James, Ida Engberg, Patrick Topping, and a special back-to-back performance from Loco Dice and the man himself, Jamie Jones. Ida Engberg blew everyone away with her stunning sunset set. As the sky turns to dark the sets become darker and dirtier, no boundaries no limits, just pure talent from both Loco Dice and Jamie Jones. As the night continues to Centro de Congressos do Arade for BPM Portugal: Social Experiment. It wouldn’t be a perfect way to end the night without legends like ART DEPARTMENT, Martin Buttrich, Kenny Glasgow, Cassy, Nitin, and THE LEGEND on the lineup. All giving electrifying and brilliant performances.
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The sun begins to rise once again as we dance into day 3. Having a unique relationship with one of the best parties in the world - elrow. BPM Portugal: elrow, the theme was ROWSHOW Sambodromo Do Brasil. It was the most insanely, mad, thrilling party ever to come in contact with. Attendees had the chance once again to party and rage at the beautiful Blanco Beach club. People dancing on the VIP chairs and couches, dancing in the pools and hot tubs. As you make your way into the crowd you are surrounded by the characters of elrow. People on stilts, elrow toys flying through the air, people dressed as animals — it was a zoo in there! As I make my way to backstage to overlook the crowd with a backdrop of the luscious beaches of Portugal. Getting a taste of what backstage life is all about. We danced away through the tunes of Marc Maya, Toni Varga, George Privatti, Goncalo, and Paco Osuna. As the sun begins to go down the crowd becomes more like animals. Friends climbing on their friend's shoulders, floaties everywhere, they say when it’s nighttime your inner animal comes out and that’s exactly what happened at elrow. Having the chance to attend previous elrow parties in the past, however, this takes the crown for the best elrow show.
When you start to see the sunrise you know you had an unimaginable night and that’s what exactly happened. The 4th and final day rolls around, by this time the body is sore to the bone. Still being a little trooper till the end — of course, you go to one of the finest parties with a loaded lineup which consist of Elio Riso, Bas Ibellini, Doc Martin, Heidi, Apollonia, Seth Troxler, and Richie Hawtin for BPM Portugal: This Is The End located at the beautiful NoSolo Água Beach Club. Pushing the boundaries to the fullest, each artist played their most jolting sets ever. Overlooking into the crowd with a stunning sunset overlooking the breathtaking beach. Richie Hawtin killed it of course with another deep, dark set. Seth Troxler closes the party with another funky and groovy set. Before his final song he spoke into the microphone, thanking everyone who was apart of the journey, everyone cheered and applauded. Still, in shock about the entire experience, there is still one more thing to do — attend the closing parties. Oceans Club was hosting BPM Portugal: Gia Sai. A small but intimate setting, it was completely full of partygoers and artists such as Serge Devant, Jesse Calosso, David Berrie, and NEVERDOGS. All completely in the zone, slaying the decks for the final show of the night. It was bittersweet but all good things must come to an end, until next year.
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The BPM Festival: Portugal was an incredible journey and will remain forever in my mind and heart. From prior festivals that were covered before in the past, BPM Portugal definitely sets the bar high for a favorite music festival. The vibes from the people were warm and welcoming, including the locals. Having the chance to meet and interact with some of the most talented DJs in the techno, underground house scene it was truly something that will be cherished forever. Another festival for the history books, thank you to everyone that was apart of it — see you next year. Missed out this year? Sign up at The BPM Festival for exclusive updates about their next event!
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TOP 5 FAVORITE PARTIES
BPM Portugal: Jamie Jones - Paradise
BPM Portugal: Social Experiment
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The BPM Festival: Portugal makes their debut and is excited to reveal its live streaming event schedule for its upcoming inaugural edition featuring over 180 artists and more than 20 showcases in Portimão and Lagoa, Portugal. For those unable to attend the summer’s last dance music celebration, The BPM Festival brings the party straight from the dance floor to global audiences. Starting on opening day, dance music fans worldwide will be able to enjoy live streaming of high-definition audio and video on BE-AT.TV, Facebook Live, Ibiza Global Radio, and Pioneer DJ Radio simulcasted on Ibiza Sonica and Portugal’s RFM.
Broadcasting select showcases from the beaches and clubs of Portimão and Lagoa, BE-AT.TV and The BPM Festival will bring live multi-camera high-definition audio and video to any mobile, desktop, or internet enabled TV device for their sixth consecutive festival partnership. With a new set of venues for its first Portuguese edition including beach clubs, nightclubs, and more, fans can virtually explore the new European BPM experience via BE-AT.TV and on Facebook Live via The BPM Festival, artist and label pages. Highlights will include Warung hosted by Ibiza Voice and FORM Music on opening day, followed by All Day I Dream hosted by Überhaus and ANTS, then Neopop and The BPM Festival’s signature event YA’AH MUUL hosted by Deep House Amsterdam on Saturday, January 16, and concluding with Vatos Locos and The BPM Festival Official Closing Party. For anyone unable to physically attend, or to relive the party marathon post-event, fans can visit BE-AT.TV for scheduling and on-demand viewing.
The BPM Festival: Portugal Official Mobile App is now available for download for iOS and Android. Fans can now select and create custom schedules for their favorite artists and can’t miss parties, new venue locations in the custom BPM map, listen to over 80 episodes of The BPM Festival Podcast including 15 new episodes from OXIA, Chus & Ceballos, Matthias Tanzmann, and much more.
Final tier festival passes and individual event tickets are available now while supplies last at. Last minute and flexible travel, accommodation, and ticket packages can be booked via The BPM Festival’s official travel partner Choice Holidays, a member of the Association of British Travel Agents (ABTA) and an Air Travel Organisers' Licensing (ATOL) protected and insured company.
Live on BE-AT.TV, Facebook Live, Ibiza Global Radio and Pioneer DJ Radio
The BPM Festival: Portugal
September 14-17, 2017
Portimão & Lagoa, Portugal
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The BPM Festival: Portugal continues to grow its expansion European gathering of underground dance music’s biggest names and hottest rising stars this September 14-17 with the addition of over 30 names in its final Phase 3 artist lineup.
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