{"id":15726,"date":"2017-03-07T12:19:23","date_gmt":"2017-03-07T18:19:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/beintheloopchicago.com\/?p=15726"},"modified":"2017-03-07T12:19:23","modified_gmt":"2017-03-07T18:19:23","slug":"chicagos-beach-front-festival-mamby-beach-announce-2017-lineup","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/beintheloopchicago.com\/?p=15726","title":{"rendered":"Chicago’s Beach Front Festival, Mamby On The Beach, Announce 2017 Lineup"},"content":{"rendered":"

March 7, 2017 \u2014 \u00a0MAMBY ON THE BEACH, Chicago\u2019s only beachside summer music festival, is thrilled to announce the artist lineup for its highly anticipated third year!\u00a0<\/strong>The musically eclectic festival will take place from\u00a0Saturday, June 24\u00a0<\/strong>and\u00a0Sunday, June 25<\/strong>, once again on the grassy-field and sand-swept coast of\u00a0Oakwood Beach<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Two-Day, VIP and Single Day Tickets Are On Sale Now at\u00a0mambybeach.com<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n

Featuring a backdrop of Chicago\u2019s iconic skyline and Lake Michigan\u2019s shimmering waters, the\u00a0Beach Stage<\/strong>\u00a0will play host to some of the most defining indie, electronic and hip hop artists of the era. Leading the charge will be the kings of psychedelic rock\u00a0MGMT<\/strong>\u00a0along with chart-topping alt pop band\u00a0WALK THE MOON<\/strong>\u00a0and returning to Mamby for an extraordinary live set are legendary beatmakers\u00a0CUT COPY<\/strong>. Additional acts include soulful electronic champions\u00a0MIIKE SNOW<\/strong>, sensual R&B-hybrid duo\u00a0MARIAN HILL<\/strong>\u00a0and tropical house master\u00a0KLINGANDE<\/strong>. In support, fiery performances from\u00a0RAURY<\/strong>,\u00a0STRFKR<\/strong>,MUNA<\/strong>,\u00a0RAVYN LENAE<\/strong>,\u00a0GAVIN TUREK<\/strong>\u00a0and more will keep the inclusive beachside vibes in full swing.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, on the lush grasses of the\u00a0Park Stage<\/strong>, attendees are invited to kick back and groove to a diverse group of crossover acts from all corners of the hip hop and electronic gamuts. Standout live acts include joyful pop pioneers\u00a0MISTERWIVES<\/strong>, twisted beat scientist\u00a0FLYING LOTUS<\/strong>,\u00a0indie-pop quintetLOCAL NATIVES<\/strong>, Norwegian disco idol\u00a0TODD TERJE AND THE OLSENS<\/strong>\u00a0and esteemed multi-instrumentalist virtuoso\u00a0THUNDERCAT<\/strong>, fresh off the release of his critically acclaimed album\u00a0Drunk<\/em>. The Park Stage will also see performances by the voice of Chicago’s West Side\u00a0SABA<\/strong>,\u00a0MUTEMATH<\/strong>,SANGO<\/strong>,\u00a0PHOEBE RYAN<\/strong>,\u00a0SIR THE BAPTIST<\/strong>\u00a0(based in Mamby’s home of Bronzeville) and more.<\/p>\n

Mamby\u2019s dedicated electronic stage, curated for a second consecutive year by dance industry leader Mixmag, is primed to host hypnotizing rhythms and underground beats for two days straight. Headlining the\u00a0Mixmag Tent<\/strong>\u00a0is historic techno trailblazer\u00a0GREEN VELVET<\/strong>\u00a0celebrating the 25 year anniversary of his Chicago-founded label\u00a0Relief Records<\/em><\/strong>, best known for releasing legendary tracks such as thePercolator<\/a>\u00a0(1992) and\u00a0Flash<\/a>\u00a0(1995). In honor of the celebration, Green Velvet helped curate the lineup with support from\u00a0JUSTIN MARTIN<\/strong>,\u00a0MK<\/strong>,\u00a0LEE FOSS<\/strong>, fellow Relief recording artist\u00a0LATMUN\u00a0<\/strong>and more. Future house producer\u00a0TCHAMI<\/strong>\u00a0will be taking over headlining duties on Saturday, along with support by Belgian funk-centered powerhouse\u00a0THE MAGICIAN<\/strong>,\u00a0SAMF FELDT<\/strong>,\u00a0JUSTIN JAY<\/strong>,\u00a0WILL CLARKE, DJ HEATHER<\/strong>\u00a0and more. Step out of the sun and experience a daytime beach club like no other as the Mixmag Tent provides nonstop dance fuel all weekend long.<\/p>\n

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As dedicated Mamby attendees will remember, the festival is far more than a gathering of diverse musical acts on the beautiful shores of Lake Michigan. Since its inception, the Mamby experience has continued to grow, expanding its roots and incorporating new experiences. Last year, the festival added a fresh collection of unique art installations, beach-friendly games, silent disco sessions, yoga, nutritional and wellness workshops, and various other activities for attendees to explore. This year, Mamby will once again provide exciting experimental elements for passionate beachgoers to enjoy, with official announcements including the\u00a0Silent Disco<\/strong>\u00a0lineup, coming soon!<\/p>\n

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For those with an open mind and a curious heart, Mamby On The Beach is an opportunity to escape the monotony of our daily routines and explore the most precious parts of our collective being. As Mamby brethren, united around common bonds of freedom, expression and beauty, we invite you to bring the memories made here wherever you go.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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