Boomtown Fair is set to make waves in 2025 with the revival of Anara Forest, a cherished enclave previously known as Psyforest. This reimagined space promises a fully immersive 360° sound and visual experience, seamlessly blending Boomtown's rich history with cutting-edge musical innovation.
In the festival's evolving narrative, runaways from Area 404 have ventured into the forest, infusing it with newfound energy. Located on the city's outskirts, Anara Forest is poised to become a sanctuary for underground sounds, offering a diverse array of genres from jungle and reggae to UK garage and grime.
The lineup is a testament to this diversity. Legendary figures like General Levy, accompanied by Ed Solo, Serial Killaz, and Navigator, will set the stage ablaze. Drum & bass aficionados can look forward to DJ Marky's Brazilian flair, while Congo Natty (Rebel MC) brings his deep-rooted jungle vibes. Mungo’s HiFi will elevate sound system culture, and UKG/grime vocalist Flowdan, fresh off a GRAMMY win, is set to deliver his signature energy. The forest will also welcome the unique sounds of Elliot Keith, Anais B2B Taiki Nulight, and Mixtress B2B Pete Cannon.
Another highlight is Critical Sound's exclusive stage takeover, which features heavyweights like Enei B2B Simula, Ed Rush & Optical, Imanu B2B The Caracal Project, and Calyx B2B Mefjus. This showcase underscores Critical Music's reputation for pushing the boundaries of bass music.
Celebrating five years of innovation, EC2A will heat up Anara Forest with a blend of UKG, techno, house, and bass-driven energy. Led by Dr. Dubplate, the lineup boasts talents like Interplanetary Criminal, Eliza Rose, Skeptic, and Yemz, promising an electrifying experience.
Beyond Anara Forest, Boomtown's 2025 musical program is shaping up to be a vibrant tapestry, featuring artists across genres such as hip-hop, post-punk, reggae, world music, folk, drum and bass, techno, house, rock, jungle, disco, and psytrance.
The festival continues its commitment to environmental activism, supporting initiatives like the South Downs National Park's Trees for The Downs, aiming to plant 100,000 trees by 2030. This dedication aligns with Boomtown's core values: Respect yourself, Respect each other, and Respect the planet.
Boomtown 2025 will take place at Matterley Bowl in Hampshire from Wednesday, August 6th, to Sunday, August 10th. Tickets are now available at www.boomtownfair.co.uk/tickets.
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