Sziget festival confirms second wave for 2024
Europe’s biggest and most diverse music festival, announces over 40 new acts including Liam Gallagher and Halsey as the new headliner plus RAYE, Tom Odell, Modeselektor, Neil Frances, Skrillex, Sven Väth, Teezo Touchdown and Tkay Maidza. Other exciting new additions to the bill include Ari Abdul, Anfisa Letyago, Archie Hamilton, Colyn, Editors, Enrico Sangiuliano, Franc Moody, Janelle Monáe, Job Jobse, Kevin De Vries, Kiasmos Live, KI/KI, LANY, Len Faki, Lp Giobbi, Mannequin Pussy, Marc Rebillet, Mø, Nico Moreno, NTO Live, Rebūke, Sam Paganini, Sarah Story, Tinlicker Live and Whipped Cream.
With more talent to be announced soon, day tickets, 3-day tickets, full festival passes, and accommodation options for Sziget 2024 are now on sale and are expected to increase in price in the coming weeks. More information in szigetfestival.com.
A major highlight of this announcement is the confirmation of Halsey, known for her fierce and magnetic stage presence, Halsey has been teasing fans with the release of an exciting new album this year that she will perform at the Sziget main stage. Adding to this, Oasis’ former frontman, Liam Gallagher will visit Sziget as part of the 30th anniversary tour of Oasis’ debut album ‘Definitely Maybe’. As a solo artist, Gallagher continues to captivate audiences and promises to deliver a show for the Sziget books. The festival has confirmed that the main stage will be taken over by the Brits on Friday 9th August, featuring performances by Stormzy and Liam Gallagher. Other previously released headliners include Fred Again.., Sam Smith, Martin Garrix and more to come.
Record-breaking Brit award winner, RAYE will grace the main stage after recently making history at the Brits taking 6 awards home including ‘Song of the Year’ and ‘Best New Artist’. Known for her infectious pop tunes, the British singer-songwriter has quickly become one of the most exciting acts of this year. Another Brit award winner, the renowned British musician Tom Odell who recently dropped his captivating album ‘Black Friday’ will bring his heartfelt and passionate performances to Sziget. The formed by accident duo, Neil Frances released their second album last year, titled “It’s All a Bit Fuzzy,” which marked their most successful release yet, and will be gracing festival goers with their dreamy synth-pop sound and catchy melodies.
The Berlin electronic music duo Modeselektor renowned for their innovative sound blending elements of techno, hip-hop, and experimental electronica will be serving the Sziget crowds with their electrifying performances and immersive visuals. Elsewhere, the Philadelphia band Mannequin Pussy, who recently dropped their ‘I Got Heaven’ album will be pumping the crowds’ energy with their magnetic rock performance. The ever-creative contemporary star, Yves Tumor released their fourth studio album ‘Heaven to a Tortured Mind’ in 2023 and will be bringing their glorious glam-rock thrilling presence to the crowds at Sziget.
One of the hottest acts of the moment and an electronic music pioneer, Skrillex will be bringing his high-energy tunes and genre-defying productions to Sziget. Another awaited electronic act joining the bill is the Icelandic duo Kiasmos, who after a 5-year break from the stages announced their awaited return.
Danish pop icon MØ, one of the most streamed artists on Spotify will be bringing her infectious energy, dynamic vocals, and captivating stage presence. Teezo Touchdown is an artist known for his genre-exploding vocals inherent individuality and fearless performances. Tkay Maidza is an Australian rapper and singer known for her dynamic flow and infectious beats. As part of her first DJ tour, VICTORIA, also known as Vic de Angelis and bass player from Maneskin, will bring her pumped-up energy and beats to the masses of the Colosseum stage.
With something for everyone, Sziget is well known for throwing some of the best parties on the continent at the Bolt Party Arena. In 2024, the festival will welcome the who’s who of the dance industry hosted by some of the best dance promoters in Europe. These include elrow, Awakenings, Q-dance, STMPD, Next Level & Rampage and Be Massive.
Sziget is more than a music festival; it’s a vibrant escapade from ordinary life where each day unfolds with fresh excitement. Featuring an eclectic lineup spanning pop, rock, electronic, and R&B, Sziget also hosts over 50 stages scattered across Budapest’s Óbuda Island. The festival, also known as the Island of Freedom, invites festival-goers to connect, and celebrate creativity, acceptance and love, fostering unforgettable moments and reinforcing Sziget’s status as a must-visit music festival.
Sziget returns in 2024 on the 7th-12th of August 2024. Following the Early Bird tickets selling out, Full Festival passes, 3-day passes day tickets are now on sale starting at €199, alongside special U21 ticket prices, which can be found at szigetfestival.com/tickets/.
