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Welcome back to another episode of the world's number 1 music festival podcast FestHype.  Hosted by Steven Rhys, this week we go through a plethora of topics ranging from artists DEFINITELY NOT GOING TO COACHELLA, quick review of Camp Flog Gnaw, and our NYE plans.

1) DEFINITELY NOT GOING TO COACHELLA

We go through a list of artists who have made recent headlines that indicate that they DEFINITELY NOT playing to Coachella this year.

2) Camp Flog Gnaw 2018

This year marked the third year for the continuously evolving Odd Future festival created and curated by Tyler, The Creator.  Each year growing in size and hype, 2018 marked a new monumentous turning point, when the venue of the festival was announced to be Dodger's Stadium with a setlist of headliners that no other festival could obtain.

However, that doesn't mean it didn't bring with it it's own set of controversies.  From Kids See Ghosts, to Jaden Smith's declaration; we break down the biggest controversies of CFG 2018; segweying perfectly into this week's discussion topic, is rap the new punk? 

3) What are your NYE plans?

As festival season 2018 comes to a satisfying end, we look frowards towards the new year and one of our favorite festivals and ways to ring in the new year, Decadence AZ.  Put on by Relentless Beats and Global Dance, Decadence continues produce one of the best lineups in EDM of the year.

This year's event will be headlined by; Above & Beyond, Alison Wonderland, DJ Diesel (Shaq), NGHTMARE, Rezz, Skrillex, Porter Robinson, and so many more.

Throughout the episode, we feature the music of Hana Vu.  This episode serves as promotion for these artists, if you enjoy their music please support them by buying their songs, seeing their shows, and spreading the word.

Welcome back to another episode of the world’s #1 music festival podcast and radio show, FESTHYPE.  This week host Steven Rhys and the FestHype team look back on their experience at Music Tastes Good 2018 which took place Sept. 29 & 30 at Marina Green Park in Long Beach, CA.  This year’s headliners included James Blake, Janelle Monae, The Black Angels, Lil B (The Based God), Oliver Tree, just to name a few. 

Subscribe and tune in as host iamStevenRhys breaks down the latest music/festival news, explore our most HYPEd festivals coming up, and review our experiences at the third annual Music Tastes Good.  

For some visual representation of MTG and all the festivals we attend be sure to follow us on youtube and all social media @festhype AND log on to FestHype.com for your daily all coverage updates! 

This was the FestHype team’s second consecutive year covering MTGl bringing with them a plethora of knowledge and determination to bring (YOU!) the listeners the best and most absolute coverage.

Welcome back to another episode of the world’s #1 music festival podcast and radio show, FESTHYPE.  This week host Steven Rhys and the FestHype team look back on their experience at Life Is Beautiful 2018 which took place Sept. 21-24 in the insatiable Las Vegas, NV.

 

This was the FestHype team’s third consecutive year covering the festival bringing with them a plethora of knowledge and determination to bring the listeners the best and most absolute coverage.

 

Tune in as we break down the latest music/festival news, explore our three most HYPE festivals coming up, and review our time at Life is Beautiful 2018.  For visual representation of Life is Beautiful and all the festivals we attend be sure to follow us on youtube and all social media @festhype AND log on to FestHype.com for your daily all coverage updates! :)

Tune in as host Steven Rhys recaps his most recent experiences at KAABOO Del Mar for the third consecutive year.

This episode includes music and interview with rising stars and breakout band Creature Canyon.  Listen as Steven Rhys and the boys discuss their latest performance at KAABOO, their upcoming EP release this October 18th, and some of their inspirations for their new album.

Creature Canyon is comprised of Austin Steele, Ryan Amyot, Kyle Victoria, Luc Fralic, Aaron Lund.  They were named 91x breakout artist of the year.  With a sound that grips you in and rocks you, Creature Canyon have made a name for themselves not only opening for legendary acts like Phoenix and Empire of The Sun, but they've solidified their sound with the SoCal scene by connecting with the locals through rocking melodies and catchy hooks.

Creature Canyon's newest EP 'Did You Want That' will be available October 18th with a release/listening party held at The Resident in Los Angeles October 19th. 2018

Follow and support Creature Canyon;

Creaturecanyonmusic.com

@CreatureCanyon

 

Also included in this episode, is an interview with Bay Area artist Dominic Fontana who is best known for his 'Taped Metal Canvas' series where he uses different types of tape and metal as his canvas to create unthought of master pieces with a second layer of depth hidden beneath his initial creation.  Dominic goes through his different series, what inspired him, his current struggles, and tells us a personal story about some of his art being stolen and how he deals with events like that.

Follow Dominic @tapedmetalcanvas and go to @festhype youtube page for an indpeth look at his art and other artists featured at the festival.

Summer is wrapping up, and fall is upon us, which can only mean one thing... it is time to KAABOO (Del Mar)!  This week/episode we look ahead to one of FestHype's favorite and most memorable festival, KAABOO Del Mar; taking place September 14-16 2018 at The Del Mar Racetrack & Fairgrounds (2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar, CA 92014).

FestHype and KAABOO go way back, attending all 4 years and covering the past 3.  We feel tremendously connected to KAABOO not only because some of us are from the area, but also feel we have grown and evolved with them over the years.

Last year in connection with LiveList we helped promote and put on the official KAABOO live stream.  This year we will be more immersed in the festival, and although there will be no live stream, we plan on bringing you the most in depth coverage of KAABOO possible!

Tune in this week as host Steven Rhys breaks down the episode and festival, laying out what to expect, how to prepare, and everything in between!

Every episode we feature the work of several break out artists, playing this festival, that we feel that everyone should take notice to and support. This episode serves as promotion for KAABOO and these artists, if you enjoy the music please support them by buying their songs, seeing their shows, and spreading the word. This week we showcase;

Tall Heights

Creature Canyon

Drew Holcomb & The Neighbor

 

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On this episode of America’s #1 music festival podcast, host Steven Rhys explores the sounds and vibes of Summertime LBC as he makes his third and final return to the Queen Mary for the last round in the Goldenvoice summer festival/concert series.   Which took place  July 7th in Long Beach, CA

Tune in as we discuss and disect this festival peice by peice, examing the positives and negatives of this one day festival going experience.

 

This year's headlining acts included Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube, Methodman & Redman, The Game, Ja Rule & Ashanti, The Isley Bros. and many more!

Tune in as we dissect this  festival piece by piece, reviewing the pluses and negatives as well as the intimate details.  This was Arroyo's second year as well as our second year in attendance.  Arroyo Seco Weekend is put on by Goldenvoice; most famous for their involvement in other major American festivals like Coachella, FYF (now cancelled), Firefly, Panorama, Hangout, and many many more.

This year’s festival, just like last year's included some heavy hitter on the lineup.  Including Neil Young, Kings of Leon, Robert Plant, Jack White and so many more!

During this review, we will explore the many different areas in which we feel make up a good festival, and highlight the ones where Arroyo Seco Weekend really excelled, as well as some areas they could use some improvement in.

Also throughout the episode, we feature the music of two artists who performed at Arroyo Seco this year, and who we feel you need to make time in your schedule for.  This episode serves as promotion for Arroyo Seco and these artists, if you enjoy the music please support them by buying their songs, seeing their shows, and spreading the word. This week’s episode features:

Dorothy

Typhoon

On this episode of America’s #1 music festival podcast, host Steven Rhys explores the sounds and vibes of Smokin Grooves as he makes his return to the Queen Mary for the second round in the Goldenvoice summer festival/concert series.   Which took place  June 16 in Long Beach, CA

 

Tune in as I run through my experiences from last year, what my expectations are for this year, and preview stunning new emerging artists that will be played the festival that you need to check out:

 

Les Nubians

 

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On this episode of America’s #1 music festival podcast, host Steven Rhys explores the sounds and vibes as he makes his return to; Arroyo Seco Weekend.  Taking this weekend from June 23-24 at the gorgeous Rose Bowl, in Pasadena, California.

Just like its inaugural year last year, Arroyo Seco returns in 2018 with another jam packed lineup of heavy hitters from headliners all the way down.  If you're a fan of rock and classic acts or even acts who are set to become legends, then Arroyo Seco is the festival for you!  Peep the lineup below to view all the scheduled acts.

 

Tune in as I run through my experiences from last year, what my expectations are for this year, and preview two stunning emerging artists that will be playing the festival that you need to check out:

 

Dorothy

Typhoon

 

Be sure to subscribe now to our instagram and podcast to make sure you're getting all up to date festival info! :)

 

Also check out our coverage from last year's festival as well, hope to see you out there!

This week I look back on my experience at Smoker's Club Festival.  Put on by Goldenvoice, the same people responsible for Coachella, Stagecoach, FYF, and many others!

During this episode I'll break down the festival piece by piece, looking back at my favorite and least favorite aspects and moments of the show.

For the full recap/review be sure to visit FestHype.com for the full article, pictures, videos, and more!