As the festival season charges full steam ahead, the preparation for each event becomes a task in itself. Welcome to MP3 PREP, your ultimate guide to navigating the pulsating world of music festivals. Here’s what you need to know about some of the highly-anticipated performances at Escape Halloween 2024.

Escape Halloween is the ultimate festival for spooky season, and Insomniac is once again going all out to enhance the attendee experience.

This year’s event will turn the NOS Events Center into a horror-themed wonderland, featuring massive stages, cutting-edge production, unexpected surprises throughout the grounds, and plenty to explore. Insomniac has also raised the bar with an impressive lineup of top-tier techno acts. Here’s a look at four artists set to captivate festival-goers with their hard-hitting sounds and unforgettable performances.

1. OGUZ

If you’re tapped into the HARD Techno scene on social media, you’ve probably seen OGUZ lighting up your feed. Fans are buzzing about him for good reason — OGUZ is a leading artist and producer known for his unforgettable performances across the world. With standout tracks like “GOLDEN SZN” with Nycotnian and “So Alive” with hardstyle favorite GRAVEDGR, OGUZ has earned his spot as a force in the genre. Catch him at Wicked Woods, where hard techno fans are in for a monumental experience!

2. Maddix

A driving force in big room techno, Maddix has become a standout name in the recent surge of mainstream techno, captivating fans with his dynamic, high-energy sound. With tracks like “Heute Nacht” and his electrifying remake of the iconic dance hit “Satisfaction” by Benny Benassi, Maddix has cemented his place as one of the genre’s top producers. His music blends powerful, hard-hitting techno beats with a fun, club-ready edge, often laced with seductive vocals that give his productions a fun twist. If you’re diving into the techno scene but want an extra dose of energy and excitement, Maddix is the one to catch at this year’s ESCAPE!

3. Patrick Mason

Patrick Mason embodies the fusion of vogue and techno, a figure who rarely needs an introduction. As a DJ, producer, fashion icon, dancer, and social activist, he delivers one-of-a-kind performances while advocating for LGBTQ+ rights. Widely recognized for his live sets that blend hard techno with vogue-inspired elements, Mason merges his passion for music and fashion into a distinctive, avant-garde persona. Based in Berlin, he is celebrated for his bold style, boundary-pushing performances, and the creative outfits that make him a standout in both the music and fashion scenes. Catch him at the Wicked Woods stage at Escape for a performance that is a must-watch!

4. Clara Curve

Dance floor killer Clara Curve is set to light up the Wicked Woods stage at Escape! From sneaking into clubs with a fake ID at just 14 to now performing at the U.S.’s biggest Halloween rave, Clara has quickly risen through the ranks of the techno scene. Known for her spellbinding sets that fuse ethereal melodies with pounding basslines, she creates immersive, emotionally charged experiences that leave the crowd in awe.

To purchase tickets to Escape Halloween 2024, please visit escapehalloween.com.

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