Snowbombing 2016

Snowbombing, Europe’s premier snow and music festival, has revealed the first wave of acts for 2016! Taking place on 4-9 April 2016, Snowbombing will wake the sleepy Alpine town of Mayrhofen, bringing a show-stopping line-up that includes iconic dance act The Prodigy, Jungle, Netsky, Andy C, Oliver Heldens, Hannah Wants, Hot Since 82, Henrik Schwarz, Marcel Dettmann and Noisia.

Famous fire-starters The Prodigy are set to light up the Forest Stage at Snowbombing 2016! Since bursting onto the scene in the early 90s with critically-acclaimed albums like Music For The Jilted Generation and The Fat Of The Land, the British three-piece of Liam Howlett, Keith Flint and Maxim Reality have topped the charts the world over, selling over 25 million records and scooping up a whole host of awards along the way. Recently voted the ‚Greatest Dance Act Of All Time‘ in a Mixmag readers poll, the celebrated live act continue to remain as popular and relevant as ever, with 2015 album The Day Is My Enemy debuting at No. 1 in the UK Albums Chart and sold-out arena shows around the globe. If their last two appearances at Snowbombing are anything to go by, we are in for a high octane, adrenaline-fueled performance like no other

London soul collective Jungle will make their Snowbombing debut, headlining the annual Street Party, which takes over the centre of Mayrhofen for Europe’s biggest fancy dress party The band, who released their Mercury-nominated debut Jungle in 2014 including standout tracks like ‘The Heat’, ‘Busy Earnin’ and ‘Platoon’, are guaranteed to deliver a memorable festival performance. Also confirmed for the Street Party is Superstylin duo Groove Armada! Over fifteen years Andy Cato and Tom Findlay have made their mark as one of the planet’s best-loved and biggest selling dance acts, with eight studio albums, countless hits and a slew of sold out headline performances, not to mention many a storming show at Snowbombing. Their most recent compilation album Little Black Book on Moda Black saw the pair return to their house roots and we can’t wait to see what they have in store as they make their triumphant return to the Mayrhofen mountains

The mighty Racket Club will once again play host to a world-class selection of acts, including debut Snowbombing performances from Netsky and Oliver Heldens Dutch dance sensation Heldens first signed to legendary dance music label Spinnin‘ Records when he was just 17 and has rapidly risen to become one of the most in-demand artists on the circuit. Belgian neighbor and Hospital Records mainstay, Netsky, is guaranteed to put on an incredible show with his uplifting dancefloor dynamics. Drum & Bass pioneer Andy C and 2015’s breakthrough DJ Hannah Wants, both firm favourites with regular ‘bombers, will also bring the beats to the Racket Club, along with much-anticipated DJ sets from Wilkinson, Ben Pearce and Bondax.

House and techno fans have much to look forward to as Snowbombing also welcomes Hot Since 82, Berghain resident Marcel Dettmann, Innervisions’ Henrik Schwarz and House maestro Kerri Chandler! And the electronic music offering doesn’t end there, as the notoriously talented Dutch production trio Noisia also star, along with man of the mountains James Zabiela who never fails to bring the heat to the dancefloor. With acts like Heidi, Bicep, Huxley, T Williams and Will Saul also confirmed and lots more still to be announced, this is shaping up to be one of the biggest line-ups to date.

Brit-award winning indie-pop maestros Bastille are set to headline one of the legendary Forest parties. Said lead singer Dan Smith: “We can’t wait to head to the mountains for Snowbombing 2016. The lineup looks great and it’s a festival we’ve always wanted to go to. Playing a gig and hanging out in the Alps… it’s going to be awesome!”.

Boosting the already phenomenal DJ line-up is Craig David. Fifteen years on from his debut album ‘Born to Do It’, the UK Garage hero has been making waves on the dance scene once again, with his weekly his TS5 radio show on Capital Xtra, a knock-out carnival show performing alongside Skrillex and Sean Paul, not to mention a much-talked about appearance on Kurupt FM where he went laid down an outstanding a cappella of Fill Me In over Jack Ü’s Where Are Ü Now. Joining him at the top of the DJ bill is Hot Creations label head and Paradise founder Jamie Jones, who’ll be bringing a slice of White Isle magic to the mountains.

It’s been almost five years since revered soul producer and one-man hit machine Mark Ronson made his first appearance at Snowbombing but finally the multi-talented musician, singer, songwriter and producer makes a welcome return His Uptown Funk single and Uptown Special album saw him score his first UK charts number 1 double in 2015, and the scene is set for him to indulge in his first love – spinning records – at Snowbombing 2016, as he steps up for a much-anticipated DJ set.

The Martinez Brothers and German ‘Super House’ duo Andhim also join the bill, along with Numbers‘ founding father (and one of Glasgow’s finest exports) Jackmaster, Danny Daze and Mobilee mainstays Anja Schneider and Rodriguez Jr. They’ll be joined by acts including Andrea Oliva, Nic Fanciulli and Sebo K, plus hip-hop and grime master MistaJam and fellow BBC Radio 1 Friday night tastemaker B-Traits.

Last but not least, the irrepressible Mr. Idris Elba, who proved to be a smash at last year’s festival, will be heading back to the mountains for his second stint behind the decks at Snowbombing! With more acts still to be announced Snowbombing 2016 is shaping up to be the most incredible year yet.

Snowbombing – the world’s no.1 music festival on snow – today unveils the acts set to play at The Arctic Disco, including Fatboy Slim, Hannah Wants and Kerri Chandler

Ever danced inside an igloo with the stars as your canvas and the world’s greatest DJs as your soundtrack? The Arctic Disco simply needs to be seen to be believed.

Set atop Mayrhofen’s mighty Ahorn mountain, the Snowbombing Arctic Disco is one of the world’s most unique party venues. An ice cool igloo, 6,000 feet above sea level and a destination without equal, the Arctic Disco plays host to a world-class selection of DJs each night, giving 300 lucky ticket holders the chance to party at the top of the world with nothing but the sky and the stars above. Previous years have seen the likes of Carl Cox, Nina Kraviz, Skrillex, Jackmaster, Rudimental and Idris Elba grace the icy wheels of steel and 2016 is set to be another sell out affair. Tickets will go on sale on Thursday 21st January. Take your pick from the choices below…

Opening up proceedings on Monday 4th April is Snowbombing favourite Nic Fanciulli. The Saved Music head celebrated the label’s 10th year in 2015 and with over a decade of dancefloor gems to choose from and his impeccable selection skills, the Arctic Disco is in safe hands as he ascends to deliver a masterclass in mountain-top tech house. DJ, producer and Purp & Soul Records co-owner Ben Pearce also stars.

Tuesday 5th April sees DC10 regular and all round house hero Kerri Chandler get behind the decks, ready to bring the heat to the igloo with an unforgettable Kaoz Theory party. Bringing soulful grooves galore with forgotten classics, deep basslines, lush synths and addictively catchy vocals, this party is sure to be off the hook. Special guest Heidi joins him on the 1s and 2s.

From one of the scene’s pioneers to one of the most talked about acts today, Hannah Wants takes control of The Arctic Disco on Wednesday 6th April. Having dominated the airwaves, not to mention many a dancefloor, over recent years with her trademark bass-heavy sound, Wants is ready to impress as she makes her igloo debut Joined by Bristol duo My Nu Leng this is one unmissable night of revelry.

It’s the one we’ve all been waiting for… Fatboy Slim makes his triumphant return to The Arctic Disco for a special All Night Long session on Thursday 7th April! Where else but Snowbombing could you arrive by cable car to a club made entirely of snow to witness one of electronic music’s biggest ever stars perform to an intimate crowd of just 300 people? Feet will be thumping as the Brighton beatmaster delivers yet another show-stopping performance.

The final hurrah on Saturday 9th April sees Shy FX playing a genre-hopping all night long set to finish the week off in style. The London-born UK bass connoisseur and mastermind behind top 40 chart smashes like ‘Shake Ur Body’, ‘Don’t Wanna Know’ and ‘Feelin U’ will ensure The Arctic Disco ends with a BANG.

With mountains as a perimeter fence, Snowbombing provides some of the most awe inspiring festival venues in the world; including a sky-high igloo perfect for a snowy rave, 6,000 feet above sea level, enchanted forest clearings complete with lasers, medieval barns and cosy Alpine après ski bars. With many more acts still to be announced, Snowbombing 2016 is set to be the biggest to date, showcasing groundbreaking music acts with iconic legends. Packages start from just £249 (+bf) for 5 nights‘ accommodation and festival wristband. Book your place at Snowbombing 2016 by visiting www.snowbombing.com and join us for what’s set to be the most incredible year yet!

For a taste of the action take a look at the highlights from last year:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rXwPUzbVkpg

4-9 April 2016
Mayrhofen, Austria
http://www.snowbombing.com

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Snowbombing is sold as an accommodation and entertainment package, meaning the event wristband is included in the price of your accommodation. Prices start from £249 for 5 nights’ accommodation and festival wristband! To find out more and book your place at Snowbombing 2016 visit www.snowbombing.com