Identity Festival Set Times Grid by Time

Festivals are challenging work to figure out whose set overlaps with whose and what you should be seeing at what time. EDMBoston composed a set time list for Identity Festival to make your life easier (and ours)

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Camp Bisco Review

Day 1

Camp Bisco XI will go down as one of the best music festivals of 2012. Just when I thought Camp Bisco couldn’t get better than last year, The Disco Biscuits and MCP found a way to make it better in every aspect. Opening the gates Wednesday night before the festival started Thursday afternoon allowed campers to get situated early and get the party started. Overall the entrance process was both smoother and faster compared to last years despite the increase in attendance. You could feel the excitement in the air on the festival grounds early Thursday as many started to explore and continue setting up their campsites.

To start off Day 1 I headed over to the Label Tent for Michetti’s set.  Chris Michetti is a dubstep producer and guitarist in Conspirator, which includes members from the Disco Biscuits Marc Brownstein and Aaron Magner. Michetti dropped his two singles ‘Shpolonk’ & ‘Hit Me Master’, two very bass filled tracks. Michetti was a good lead into one of the most anticipated shows of the day, Zeds Dead.  After coming off their “Living Dead” tour this past spring, Zeds Dead has emerged onto the festival scene playing at Electric Forest, Camp Bisco, Tomorrowland, Lollapalooza, Electric Zoo as well as many others. Hailing from Toronto, this duo of DC and Hooks are one of the hottest acts as far as dubstep goes right now. Playing on the Main Stage, Zeds Dead came out firing and never looked back. Tracks such as ‘Rude Boy’, ‘Bassmentality’, ‘1975’ and ‘Hit Me’ really got the party going and the crowd was finally able to hear what the main stage speakers had to offer.

The crowd got its first taste of trap when Zeds Dead dropped Flosstradamus’ remix of ‘Original Don’ as well as RL Grime & Salva’s ‘Mercy’ remix, which later became the track of the weekend. Zeds Dead’s edit of ‘Gimme Shelter’ was definitely a highlight from the set. To end their set they dropped a new track from their new EP titled “The Living Dead” into their hit song White Satin. Zeds Dead surely did not disappoint and really set the tempo for the entire festival.

Next on the Main Stage was Skrillex. After a ten-minute countdown the anticipation finally ceased and Skrillex dropped his first track. He was mixing and creating sounds I have never heard before, nor can explain. The energy was peaking amongst the crowd as he played tracks like ‘Make it Bum Dem’, ‘Devils Den’ and ‘Ruff Neck’.

From teenage girls in bikinis to older festival vets, everyone in the crowd was feeling the vibe. Skrillex truly put on a show and proved why he is as popular as he is, despite what many like to say. Late Night came with many surprises and gave us a chance to see what the festival looked like when night fell. Part of the new improvements this year at Camp Bisco was a ferris wheel, live projected art installments gave you something to look at on the way to the other stages and their was even a “tunnel of light” pathway that lead to the dance tents.

At the Label Tent Bird Of Prey put on one of my favorite sets of the weekend and I’m glad I checked him out. His psychedelic bass sounds filled the set with deep wobbles and synths that provided a unique vibe in comparison to the other faster-paced late night sets. Over at the B.I.G. dance tent Porter Robinson and Zedd played a surprise B2B set, which was totally unforeseen, and was definitely a highlight of the weekend and I wish I had the chance to catch more of the set.

Day 2

Everyone was riding high off an awesome first day of Camp and Day two was sure to be just as good. Starting the day off with Orchard Lounge at the B.I.G. tent was the perfect way to start. After playing a late night down-tempo set at the Label Tent the night before, Orchard Lounge came out ready to get the dance party going Friday afternoon. Made up of Spencer Lokken, Bethany Briscoe Lokken, and Ben Silver, these three DJ’s played a “tag-team” set switching off each playing their own variations of house, disco beats and straight up funk. There is a certain groove that certainly can bring you from “the dance floor to the couch.”(their slogan) You could tell from their presence on stage they were having as much fun as the crowd, if not more. If you haven’t checked out OL, I suggest you do so a.s.a.p.

 On the Main Stage Break Science had one of the best afternoon sets of the weekend. Playing alongside Chali2na (Jurassic 5) they broke out a bunch of tracks from their second EP titled Monolith Code, including ‘Victory’ as well some new bangers that got everyone riled up with Adam Dietch absolutely killing it on the drums making it one of the best livetronica acts to see at Camp. Although no act could replace Shpongle, Emancipator with special guests Bonobo and Dom Lalli of Big Gigantic was a once in a lifetime musical experience that was truly something to see. Emancipator’s chill sounds mixed with Simon Green of Bonobo on bass made the music that much better and Dom on the sax was the cherry on top. The set was filled with a ton of soul and some good jams, and this was the first of a couple appearances by Dom on saxophone. 

I had high expectations for Amon Tobin.  I cannot sum up his show in words, but it is truly an experience.  I knew the music was going to be different, but it was on a whole other level. The show itself was an absolute sensory overload, ranging from the transformer like sounds and astonishing visuals.  I think the show would be better suited in an indoor venue to truly appreciate the mind-bending visuals.

Day 3

Camp Bisco wouldn’t be complete without rain. After some storms early Saturday morning, the final day was upon us. Knowing it’s the last day always comes with an mixed feelings that Camp is coming to an end, but also how awesome the weekend had been so far and what was to come on the final day. After finding out that Mord Fustang had been replaced by Redneck we headed over to the Main Stage for Big Gigantic. I have wanted to see Big G again since I saw them at Royale. Their remix of ‘Do I See Color’ got the crowd moving from the start and tracks like ‘I Need A Dolla’, ‘Bonfire’, and ‘Get Em’ High’ all had unique appeal and the trademark “Big G” style that everyone enjoys so much. They also played a handful of tracks from their Nocturnal EP such as ‘Beginning of the End’ & ‘The Uprising’, but my favorite new song of the weekend was their remix of ‘Mercy’.(video) This truly was the Bisco XI anthem and Big G absolutely killed the track. 

Everyone was riding high in anticipation for Bassnectar’s set on the Main Stage after Big Gigantic. Bassnectar has become a true staple at Camp and played in front of one of the biggest crowds I have ever seen this year. After five different cut outs and some technical difficulties, Bassnectar really got going. Recently there has been a lot of talk in the EDM realm about pushing buttons and that it does not necessarily take any skill.  Aside from speaking out on his website, Lorin Ashton showed what it takes to perform.  Having the music cut multiple times at the beginning of the set really killed the vibe, but Bassnectar has a way of reading a crowd and giving them what they want and more. Bassnectar dropped fan favorites like ‘Lights’ ‘Vava Voom’ and even ‘Pink Elephants.’  My favorite song of the set was his ‘Technologic’ trap remix. With the totems flying high and bassheads raging hard the entire set this was one of the top performances of the weekend. 

Late Night at the B.I.G. tent Dillon Francis got everyone dancing to his moombah filled beats such as ‘I.D.G.A.F.O.S’, and his new song with Doctor P ‘Music Is Dead.’ After dropping some TRAP, Dillon played an awesome ‘Lowrider’ bootleg mashup for an overall well-rounded dance filled set while Gramatik’s chill tracks closed out the festival at the Label Tent.

It wouldn’t be Camp Bisco without 6 sets of the Disco Bisucits. Starting off a big slow the biscuits definitely got into their groove as their performances went on. Saturday we were treated with another sit in from Dom Lalli of Big Gigantic, who played Sax on the Disco Biscuits track “Spaga,” what was part of what I thought was on the best segues of the weekend; <“Spaga> “Above the Waves” >“Spaga” (w/dom)>. The overall vibe at Camp Bisco is truly awesome and you must truly experience it first hand to realize that. There is a certain connection amongst Bisco vets and rookies alike. As we loathe that Camp Bisco XI is over it’s the experience and memories that make Bisco what it is. Until Camp Bisco XII!

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Identity Festival Recommendations: Who to See ~ An EDMBoston Guide

By Deirdre:

Identity Festival: Who to See

Identity Festival is making its second tour around the country this summer and we know the anxiety that can go hand and hand with music festivals. In this case, the Comcast Center is small enough to move from one stage to the next during or in between sets. Here at EDM Boston, we’ve compiled a small list of DJ’s we think are absolutely necessary to see this Thursday.  Hope you’re all ready to rage Mansfield with us!

1) Excision

If you want loud, in-your-face-bass, do not miss out on seeing Excision. He is known for hitting his crowds hard with “1000 watts of bass”. His sound is unique, and often brings up questions on how he makes it, but none-the-less its great. He often works with dubstep producers Datsik and Downlink. Earlier this year he was on tour with Lucky Date and Liquid Stranger and the reviews from that tour are through the roof. You do not want to miss your chance to check out him out. He plays at the Rockstar Energy Drink Festival Stage at 7:15.

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Steve Angello Boston Show Review

By Max & Deirdre

Ocean Club has gotten off to an extremely impressive start in summer 2012.  The venue has played host to Skrillex and Nicky Romero in its Opening weekend and has also seen the likes of Steve Aoki, Thomas Gold, A-track, and Fedde Le Grand stroll through its doors.  OC Sundays as they are calling it has quickly dominated Sunday nights in the Boston area.  The question is, what's all the "noise" all about?  Read on for our Steve Angello Boston Show Review.

While most venues in the Boston and the Metro Boston area have pulled back on bookings due to the decreased population Boston is known for in the summer, Ocean club has done the exact opposite.  They have loaded up their Sunday night and made it the Venue to be at.  As a result, the venue attracts some of the sexiest of club goers, in addition to the EDM faithful.

This past Sunday wasn't any different.  After months of trying, the venue was finally able to bring in 1/3rd of Swedish House Mafia, Steve Angello.  The owner and founder of Size Records and controversial DJ, as of late, was a...

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@Identityfest Ticket Winner is...

First We want to thank all the awesome followers for tuning in to our website.  Every morning we wake up we know we have a responsibility to help provide the Boston community with the best in edm news.  Without a viewership all the event reviews, interviews, and videos wouldn't be possible.

The community has grown rapidly and we are excited to continue to foster it's group.

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Without further adue, The winner of the Identity Festival Tickets is Matt Pinkos!
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Steve Angello Boston Show Photos

Steve Angello Boston Show at Quincy's Ocean Club Sunday July 24 2012 saw alot of action go down. EDMBoston captured these fine photos at the event.  Hope you enjoy!

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