Liana Stern

For more than a decade, Zeds Dead have turned Denver’s Fourth of July weekend into a pilgrimage for bass music fans. What began as an annual Red Rocks tradition has evolved into one of electronic music’s most anticipated destination events, bringing together thousands of fans for multiple days of music, community, and unforgettable moments. This year’s edition, however, marked the beginning of a new era.

3 min read After nearly seven years since Good Faith, Madeon returns with Victory, a bold new chapter that pushes far beyond his signature sound. Inspired by heartbreak, reinvention, and the desire to constantly evolve, the Grammy-nominated producer embraced distorted vocals, live instrumentation, and an entirely new sonic identity for his latest album.

Electric Forest has built its reputation as one of the most immersive camping festivals in North America, and this year’s edition once again proved why. Across four full days of music, art, and interactive experiences, the festival transformed into a world that constantly rewarded exploration.