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Chill O’posite Festival 2025 in Dahab with Music, Art, and Coastal Culture
Chill O’posite Festival 2025 returns to Dahab, bringing music, art, and culture against the town’s stunning coastal and desert backdrop.
Chill O’posite Festival 2025 will take place in Dahab, Egypt, continuing its rise as one of the region’s most distinctive music and art gatherings. Since launching in 2017 with just 200 travelers from Jordan, the festival has expanded in scale and reputation, drawing thousands from across the Arab world and beyond. By 2024, attendance had surpassed 3,500, with more than 85 percent of guests traveling from countries such as Egypt, the GCC, Europe, and the United States.
Built on the connection between music, art, and the raw beauty of nature, Chill O’posite offers a grounded experience that brings together live performances, visual art, wellness activities, and cultural exchange in an environment unlike any other.
What to Expect at Chill O’posite Festival 2025
The 2025 edition of Chill O’posite will take place in Dahab, Egypt, continuing its focus on music, art, and natural landscapes. Since its debut in 2017, the festival has grown into a multi-area experience featuring several stages with distinct concepts, a curated marketplace, wellness classes, large-scale art installations, and a variety of live performances.
In 2024, the official platform received more than 600 applications from artists, performers, and vendors. This reflects its expanding role in supporting regional talent and bringing together creatives from across the Arab and MENA region. That commitment to diverse artistic expression remains central to its programming.
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The 2025 lineup features more than 50 acts from around the world:
Egypt: A.Salah, Alsharif, Auf, Borio & Shika, El Waili, Fulltone, Hot Oasis, Islam Chipsy, Kouji, Loopera Project, Moeen, Mohii, Nubatronics, Rag-Up, Rootzadelics, Sebzz & Ouzo, Sokkary, Too Fuse, Who’ssam
Jordan: Alaa Jazaeri, Askar, El Far3i, Fairplay, Odai & Sahar (Jordan–Egypt), Roo, Tayar, Vidi
Saudi Arabia: Blacky, Future Loop, Haffs, Hakim
Lebanon: Ghenwa Nemnom, Jixo & Danz, Kaaz, Rolbac
Germany: Jonas Saalbach, Kotoe, Monkey Safari
Tunisia: Cheb Mimo
Netherlands: Cyria
Turkey: Derun
Bulgaria: Dimo, Milko Moustache
United States: Goldcap
Russia: Limonova
Poland: Lodzikovsky
Bahrain: Majaz
Kuwait: Naz KW
France: Olkan & La Vipère Rouge
Syria: Saraabb, Walashi
Sudan: Taz
Chill O’posite offers more than a typical festival schedule. Set against Dahab’s striking coastal and desert landscape, it creates an environment where creative expression and natural surroundings come together in an intentional way.
Who Attends Chill O’posite?
Chill O’posite has developed into a destination festival with a strong international presence. In 2024, attendance exceeded 3,500, with over 85 percent of visitors traveling from outside the host country. Egypt accounted for the largest share with 1,760 attendees, followed by the GCC with 363, Europe with 272, other Arab countries with 195, other non-Arab countries with 208, and the United States with 70. Jordan contributed 246 attendees.
The audience is largely made up of travelers in their 20s and 30s, many of whom have attended multiple editions. In recent years, the tourist-to-local ratio has remained close to 44 percent, reflecting its role as a meeting point for different cultures in the MENA region.
Website engagement from the 2024 edition followed similar patterns, with the highest traffic coming from Egypt (45 percent), Jordan (14 percent), Saudi Arabia (10 percent), the United States (9 percent), and the UAE (4 percent). Other notable interests came from Palestine, Germany, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom.
Explore Editions and Expansion
Since its launch in 2017, Chill O’posite has grown from a single-stage music gathering in Jordan to a multi-format festival that can adapt to different locations. Alongside its annual main event, the team has introduced Explore Editions, which take the same blend of music, art, and community to other destinations across the region.
Each Explore Edition is built around the natural setting, combining outdoor stages with art installations, wellness activities, and local markets. In 2023, the festival brought “The Sound of Desert” to the Al Qudra Desert in Dubai. The two-day program featured a main stage, wellness classes, a curated market, large-scale works from local and international artists, food trucks, a stargazing bubble, and a chill-out Bedouin tent. Music ran from sunset until sunrise, creating a continuous desert experience.
The venue for the 2023 edition was Bab Al Shams Desert Resort, whose name means “Gateway to the Sun.” Known for its sunrise and sunset views over the dunes, the resort combines traditional Arabic architecture with modern comfort. This setting offered attendees both the tranquility of the desert and proximity to Dubai’s urban center.
These editions allow Chill O’posite to introduce its audience to new environments while supporting local talent in each host destination. They also reinforce the festival’s connection to nature and its mission to highlight the cultural richness of the MENA region.
How to Get There and What to Know
Chill O’posite takes place in Dahab, a coastal town on Egypt’s Sinai Peninsula known for its coral reefs, golden beaches, and surrounding desert mountains. The site is about a one-hour drive from Sharm El Sheikh, which is served by Sharm El Sheikh International Airport. Most international visitors fly directly into Sharm El Sheikh, while others may connect through Cairo before taking a domestic flight or overland transport.
Accommodation is booked separately from festival tickets, with options ranging from beachfront guesthouses and boutique hotels to luxury resorts. Preferred partners and transport guidance are usually shared on the festival’s official channels in the lead-up to the event.
Chill O’posite places a strong focus on safety, environmental respect, and community values. Previous editions have included on-site medical teams, wellness zones, and production designs that reduce waste and integrate with the natural surroundings.
Chill O’posite Festival 2025 is set to build on its reputation as a meeting point for music, art, and culture in a setting where the Red Sea meets the desert. With an international audience, a strong emphasis on regional talent, and an unforgettable coastal backdrop, it delivers an experience shaped by people, place, and creativity. For tickets, travel information, and program updates, visit chillopositefestival.com or follow @chill_oposite.
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SHINE Ibiza returns to 528 Ibiza for a one-day boutique festival takeover this September
SHINE Ibiza returns to the White Isle on Thursday, September 24, 2026, for a monumental one-day boutique festival at 528 Ibiza, headlined by electronic music pioneer Paul van Dyk.
SHINE Ibiza is back on the island for a one-day boutique festival takeover at the award-winning 528 Ibiza on Thursday, September 24, 2026. The event will include legendary electronic music pioneer Paul van Dyk alongside a host of international artists and emerging talent across three stages, promising to be one of the summer’s most memorable dance music experiences to date.
The festival delivers a transformational open-air to club journey, following the rhythm of the island from golden sunlight to late-night transcendence. The event begins on the Garden Stage, where sun-soaked melodies and Balearic skies set the tone for connection and freedom. As the night draws in, the focus moves into the club and expands into the venue’s iconic teatro arena, offering a heightened and immersive experience following last year’s standout celebration.
This year’s SHINE Ibiza event will be a single-day feature, incorporating three stages and over 10 top DJs and special guests, navigating across Trance, Techno, and Progressive soundtracks, with performances from Paul van Dyk, Aly & Fila, Alex M.O.R.P.H., Bryan Kearney, Ciaran McAuley, David Forbes, FUENKA, Anunnakis, Seb Fontaine, Edele Andaya, Stephen Kirkwood, and ITE DJs. Each artist will bring a unique dimension to the festival, shaping an emotional journey from euphoric daytime highs to late-night intensity.
Paul van Dyk comments:
“Bringing SHINE to 528 Ibiza for the first time last summer was truly special. The location, the vibe, the people… there was so much happiness and openness in the air. It reminded me of the true core of Ibiza: connection, freedom, and pure love for the music.”
As a long-term island fixture, both SHINE Ibiza and its enduring community are central to the experience. Renowned for attracting one of the friendliest and most open-hearted crowds in Ibiza annually, this is where the dancefloor becomes an unadulterated celebration of positivity and connection, creating an atmosphere that extends beyond a typical party, embodying the spirit of Ibiza.
Thursday, September 24th, 528 Ibiza will come alive as the ultimate destination with a world-class lineup, three pivotal stages, and a community that is united in rhythm.
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James Hurr makes his debut on FLAMENCA Records with his mix of ‘Gitanita’ by STBAN, Sandra Carrasco, and Josemi Carmona.
Celebrated UK producer James Hurr makes his debut on FLAMENCA Records with new single ‘Gitanita’, his second collaboration with label boss STBAN after the pair released ‘El Camino’ on Toolroom Records late last year.
‘Gitanita’ – which means “gypsy” in Spanish – also sees the pair reunite with famed Flamenco singer Sandra Carrasco and influential, pioneering guitarist Josemi Carmona. Carmona’s gently undulating guitar rhythms shuffle softly against Iberic-style percussion, Carrasco’s evocative vocal adding an extra level of tension to the pair’s deft composition. The result is a taut and delicate track that harnesses the raw emotional power of traditional flamenco music and moves it firmly onto the pulsing heart of the dance floor.
“Collaborating with STBAN has been an exciting musical challenge, away from my comfort zone and into the modal world of flamenco music,” Hurr said. “There’s something dark and mysterious in STBAN’s music that works perfectly with driving club beats.”
“I’m delighted to be working again with James,” STBAN commented, “and to have him officially releasing on the FLAMENCA Records label after our Toolroom collaboration is the icing on the cake. Once again we’ve co-created a beautiful fusion between the worlds of flamenco and electronic.”
New EDM Friday Mar 13 has arrived and we’ve got new electronic dance music by Martin Garrix, John Summit, and more.
The second Friday of March is here, and the new music is here too. Martin Garrix has his own vocals on a single, John Summit continues to build to his album, and heavy-hitting dubstep collaborations dominate the roundup, here are the songs you cannot miss on this week’s New EDM Friday.
Martin Garrix – Catharina
After lending his vocals on a collaboration with Arijit Singh, Martin Garrix now kicks off his new album rollout with ‘Catharina’. This track marks a historic first for the Dutch phenom: it features his very own vocals. Moving away from the high-octane big room sound, ‘Catharina’ offers a more personal, melodic glimpse into Garrix’s current headspace. It is a bold, artistic step forward that proves even after a decade at the top, Martin is still finding new ways to innovate.
John Summit & Rohaan – SATA
Continuing to build the momentum to his new album, John Summit joins forces with Rohaan for ‘SATA’ via Experts Only. This 140bpm pulsating track is a masterclass in tension, blending a dark Latin twist with heavy, warehouse-ready low end. It is a “no-frills” weapon designed specifically for the booth, highlighting Summit’s impeccable ear for composition and his ability to bridge the gap between mainstage appeal and underground grit.
Shlump – The Chronicles of Shlump: Sine Waves & Stardust (Album)
Bay Area bass architect Shlump officially enters the pantheon of elite producers with his debut LP, ‘The Chronicles of Shlump – Sine Waves & Stardust’. Released via WAKAAN, the 11-track journey is Shlump’s most cohesive work to date. Shlump admits that after years of trying to please fans, this project was written to please himself, resulting in an immersive blend of warped basslines, psychedelic grooves, and “wubby” pressure. It’s an album built for deep listening and late-night festival camps alike.
Kaleena Zanders & Hayley May – Who We Are
Vocal powerhouse Kaleena Zanders teams up with the soulful Hayley May for the radiant anthem ‘Who We Are’. This is the second single from Kaleena’s upcoming debut album, ‘Anything Goes’. The track is a feel-good, gospel-charged house record that captures the electric chemistry of two of the industry’s most commanding voices. It’s a golden-hour festival heater that pulses with unity and pure dancefloor euphoria.
Virtual Riot & YDG ft. Luma – Paralyzed
Virtual Riot continues his legacy of championing the next generation by linking up with rising producer YDG for ‘Paralyzed’. Featuring a soaring, cinematic vocal performance from Luma, the track is a masterclass in modern dubstep. It balances delicate, emotional songwriting with the colossal, surgical precision sound design that Virtual Riot is world-renowned for.
Kill Safari ft. Armanni Reign – Chrome
The veteran super-duo Kill Safari (Kill the Noise and Bro Safari) returns with the ferocious ‘Chrome’. Featuring the legendary Armanni Reign, the track is an industrial dubstep weapon that sounds exactly like its title: metallic, sharp, and cold. Built on crushing basslines and Armanni’s commanding delivery, ‘Chrome’ proves that these two pioneers are still at the absolute forefront of the genre’s evolution.
Honorable mentions:
Adam Ten, Asulin – Warawara
Atmozfears & Noiseflow – Skyfall
BIJOU – Temptation
Bingo Players, Kain – Give Me Some Time
Brennan Heart & Trevor Guthrie – Somebody Like You
Cristoph – Gimme The Love
Dual Damage and Phuture Noize – When Sound Meets Sound
Eats Everything – Make Some Noise
Getter, SVDDEN DEATH – UNORTHODOX
John Newman – Love Me Again ‘Again’ (Marten Hørger Remix)
KREAM – Awakening / Paradigm (EP)
KSHMR & Jason Ross ft. Brieanna Grace – Ultra Love
Kungs – Out Loud (Album)
Malaa (Alter Ego), Samuel Moriero – F THE POLICE
Markus Schulz, Dakota – Before the Light Knew Us
MatricK, Noah Seven, Relevus, Slayy – Turn Me On
Matt Pridgyn ft. Paris Sandford – Back To Life
MORTEN & Prophecy – Suelta
Nicky Romero pres. Monocule x WHAT EVA – The Other Side
NOME. – The Sign
Novah – Rave Kid
Olly James, Sarah De Warren – 303 State
R3SPAWN – No Good (Live Edit)
Sentinel – Like Fire
Skytech & ANG – Shadows In The Night
Sofi Tukker – BOBA
Space Laces X Dillon Francis – Staxx
Thomas Newson – Come To Me
Topic x Shimza x A7S – Missing You
Tritonal and HARLEE – Walk Away
Yves V – My Body
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