Zeds Dead Reveals Lineup for Debut Edition of First Contact Festival at Hampton Coliseum

Zeds Dead has released a specially curated lineup for the first edition of their First Contact Festival in Virginia at Hampton Coliseum.

Zeds Dead is gearing up for one of their largest curated events coming next spring 2024. First Contact festival will be hosted at the Hampton Coliseum in Virginia on April 12-13th. The lineup is a one-of-a-kind experience that is sure to excite any bass loving raver.

The first night will feature a legendary set by Skream one of dubstep’s OG artists. To compliment this there will be a set from the energetic Rusko. Prior to Rusko a fire B2B from Sippy and the upcoming wub legend Smoakland. To start the evening, there will be a set from 140 grassroots favorite, Distinct Motive.

The second night of the takeover we will see Jade Ciacada taking the stage for direct support of Zeds Dead. Preluding that set there will be performances from Cool Customer, Curra, and Floret Loret. This lineup will create a diverse lineup of sounds and genres on base displaying different styles and artists.

The Hampton Coliseum is no stranger to hosting major events and artist takeovers. In the past, the venue has hosted major electronic music festivals and concerts by world-renowned artists. Some of the big names to grace the halls of the Hampton Coliseum are jam bands such as The Grateful Dead and Phish. Dubstep legends GRiZ and Bassnectar. And pop and rock icons such as Bruce Springsteen, Elton John, and Beyoncé.

Zeds Dead makes it a goal to collaborate and bring awareness to smaller artists through their label, Deadbeats and various takeovers through out the years. They have collaborated with artists like Subtronics, GRiZ, and PEEKABOO. More recently have shown their support for rising talents such as Hamdi, Tape B, and Levity. The two night takeover is sure to be a killer event of music, inspiration and collaboration. Check out Zeds Dead below!

Shiv

Hey! I’m Shiv!

Music is the greatest part of my life, I remember discovering dubstep when I was 15/16 and my entire life was altered – robot noises?? I needed MORE!

Now, I live in NYC and have seen over 60 artists of all genres; my favorites being Odesza, Subtronics, Rezz, Griz, Zeds Dead, John Summit and Kaskade. I am an enjoyer of music and will try everything once, I do not discriminate – there is beauty in all genres (minus country).

You can usually find me in a warehouse at 4AM because I am nocturnal and will quite literally never say no to a show.

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