Each year on Memorial Day weekend, thousands of people from across the globe gather in the birthplace of Techno to celebrate the heritage of Detroit and its musical influence over countless generations – new and old. Movement Music Festival is one of the longest-running dance music events in the world, committed to showcasing authentic Electronic music and providing an experience unlike any other. The festival takes place in Hart Plaza – Detroit’s legendary riverfront destination. Paxahau, the producers of the Movement Music Festival, have shared a sneak peek of the 2024 lineup, featuring a headlining slot from Dance music legend Fatboy Slim. Music fans will once again converge upon Detroit, the epicenter of Techno music, and be treated to three days of diverse curation on May 25-27, 2024 inside Hart Plaza at downtown Detroit’s iconic riverfront. Tickets are on sale now at movementfestival.com.
The 2024 lineup teaser offers a glimpse of the festival’s expansive programming, showcasing an inspired selection of Dance music’s top-tier artists, underground legends, and noteworthy debut performers; a dynamic blend that spans seasoned veterans and future generations of electronic music. Notable first-time performers include: award-winning artist and producer James Blake (DJ Set); acclaimed British actor and DJ Idris Elba (performing b2b set with Detroit Techno legend Kevin Saunderson); German-Bosnian superstar DJ and Diynamic label boss Solomun; enigmatic French producer I Hate Models; Austin-based producer and FEMME HOUSE founder LP Giobbi; Spanish Psytrance icon Indira Paganotto; UK Techno maximalist VTSS (performing b2b set with Movement alum Boys Noize); as well as London-based DJ and BBC Radio 1 host Jaguar.
The announcement also features a special live set from Drum & Bass luminary and Metalheadz founder Goldie performing as Goldie (Live Band); Italian hard Techno duo 999999999; revered House music icon Honey Dijon; UK powerhouse duo Gorgon City; acclaimed British composer Floating Points; Palestinian global Techno sensation Sama’ Abdulhadi; Italian Techno maestro and festival favorite Joseph Capriati; UK electronic music pioneer and dubstep legend Skream; Detroit Techno icon and Women on Wax founder DJ Minx; and Warp records mainstays Mount Kimbie. The full lineup teaser can be found above with more names to be announced soon on Movement’s official website and social media channels.
