V GUIDE TO SUMMER atP iceland keflavík, iceland (July 10–12) Located in Ásbrú (a former NATO base), the Icelandic edition of the popular “All Tomorrow’s Parties” series of festivals gives attendees the chance to see Portishead and Swans in what is one of the world’s most beautiful—and unusual—settings.
sasquatch! george, washington (May 23–25) Taking place at the spectacular Gorge Amphitheater—ranked as one of the best outdoor music venues in the world—Sasquatch! ofers a particularly eclectic array of artists, and is one of the only festivals where you can see venerable acts like the Violent Femmes and freakrappers Die Antwoord play on the same stage.
t in the Park balado, kinross-shire, scotland (July 11–13) This massive three-day festival is known for booking mostly U.K.–friendly acts and having its own Ferris wheel. This year Arctic Monkeys, Calvin Harris, and Bify Clyro are headliners.
Mutek Montreal, quebec (May 27–June 1) A celebration of electronic music and new media, Mutek is a sprawling six-day afair that allows visitors the chance to see some of the world’s most cutting-edge electro artists, including Oneohtrix Point Never and Nicolas Jaar.
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oPtiMus PriMavera sound Porto, Portugal (June 5–7) This year the folks behind Barcelona’s famous Primavera festival are bringing their expertise to Portugal. The three-day festival will feature international acts like Dum Dum Girls and the Pixies, as well as a variety of local musicians.
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Jabberwocky london, u.k. (august 15–16) The lineup for the inaugural outing of this festival—which was put together by the folks at Pitchfork, Primavera, and ATP—boasts performances by Neutral Milk Hotel, James Blake, and Perfect Pussy.
the great escaPe brighton, u.k. (May 8–10) One of Europe’s best festivals for discovering new music, the Great Escape unfolds in a variety of Brighton venues clustered near the seaside. It’s the perfect experience for those who enjoy both club hopping and chilly walks on the beach.
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