Headed to Bonnaroo this weekend? We've highlighted 5 of our favorite artists that are sure to put on a mind-blowingly good set.
Mumford and Sons | Saturday, 11 p.m. at What Stage
Mumford and Sons returns to Bonnaroo as the second listed act on this year's bill. Having been scheduled to perform in the 2013 festival, the band canceled two days before the performance when Ted Dwane had emergency surgery to remove a blood clot in his brain.
Why this is a must-see: The British rock band is making a natural shift away from the traditional banjo-heavy folk sound that has become their staple. This will be one of Mumford's first big live performances since adopting their new electric rock sound from their latest album, "Wilder Mind."
Source: The Tennessean
Odesza | Saturday, 1 a.m. at What Stage
Odesza is the production duo formed by Harrison Mills, who previously made music as CatacombKid, and Clayton Knight, who previously made music under the name BeachesBeaches. The two became friends while attending Western Washington University and began making music together their senior year. Just months after they graduated, their first album Summer’s Gone took the world by storm.
Why this is a must-see: You're guaranteed to fall for the irresistibly dreamy and addictive drums and fathoms-deep bass that give Odesza their unique sound. As one of electronic music’s biggest breakout stories from 2015, this duo is sure to become one of the prime movers and definers for the genre in years to come. You'll get to say you saw them way back when.
Rudimental | Sunday, 6PM at This Tent
This London based electronic group hit the charts and made a name for themselves with their number one single, Feel the Love, back in 2012. Still slightly under the radar here in the U.S., this group seamlessly blends EDM, Pop, Soul, Funk, and R&B. Fuse TV put it perfectly, "When you stumble into This Tent through the swampy early evening humidity on Sunday night, they might blindside you with several "holy shit" moments."
Why this is a must-see: If you've ever seen Rudimental live you know that it's sure to be a sweat-sesh. Their unique beats will have you bouncing on your toes all set long, and singing the catchy suck-in-your-head lyrics into the night. This is the perfect explosive, high energy dance tent set.
ATOMIC BOMB! BAND | Saturday, 8:15 p.m.
Atomic Bomb! Band are a touring supergroup, formed in 2014 to perform the music of the illustrious, and radical William Onyeabor. Onyeabor was a Nigerian funk musician in the 1970’s, and self released 8 albums before declaring himself a born again Christian, vowing to never speak of himself or his music again. While the man behind the music has virtually disappeared, his legacy lives on, and his songs have more than withstood the test of time. Watch the Short film “Fantastic Man” below.
Why this is a must-see: Atomic Bomb! Band features various musicians, including Pat Mahoney (LCD Soundsystem), Money Mark (Beastie Boys), and in the past has featured guest musicians David Byrne (Talking Heads) and Damon Albarn (Blur, Gorillaz). If you enjoy the music of William Onyeabor, this might be your only chance to see it in a live setting.
REGGIE WATTS | Sunday, 1:00 p.m.
Reggie Watts has long been recognized for his musical comedy, and takes a unique and minimal approach. Carrying with him a microphone, keyboard, and looping pedal, Watts creates complex beats and rhythms, all with a humorous undertone. He is known to disorient his audience, commonly talking in cryptic phrases and accents that give the illusion of context.
Why this is a must-see: In a world of of musicians striving for success, Reggie Watts provides a refreshing, and comedic outlook. While an extremely talented musician, most of what he produces plays off of various stereotypes, tastefully mocking the industry in which he is embedded. He is, without a doubt, not one to miss.