By Simone Maruzzi
Summadayze
Undoubtedly one of the only ways to welcome in the new year, 2012 Summadayze holds an epic lineup nothing short of remarkable. Headlined by Snoop Dogg, Summadayze 2012 boasts an array of musical masterminds including Calvin Harris, Grandmaster Flash, Tiga, Scissor Sisters and much more. Creating a world they call “Colourfornia”, party-goers are encouraged to embrace the vivid colours that remind us of summer including sky blue and crazy hot pink.
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Big Day Out
Kanye West, Girl Talk, Röyksopp, and The Living End are a mere dint in the impressive lineup Big Day Out 2012 has to offer. Deemed “Australia’s biggest music festival” by the Hot Hits, Big Day Out’s lineup has secured the attention of music enthusiasts of all genres across Australia. Given last year’s sweltering weather conditions, it’s safe to say hats, sunscreen and sunglasses will be a necessity for all attending.
Falls Festival
The experience you receive from a festival like Falls is something that can only happen once every year. Music and camping are the two main activities most people associate with falls, however there is an array of arts programs on offer including an art camp, ‘boogie nights’, APRA people’s stage and much more. Outdoing themselves every year, falls boasts a lineup including John Butler Trio, The Jezabels and the Arctic Monkeys. Hit up 565.lasoo.com.au for the perfect festival boot.
Field Day
If you’re after an eclectic mix of music-filled experiences which build up to an captivating final set on the main stage to kick of New Years, check out Field Day 2012. Offering such musical talents as The Aston Shuffle, Young Mc, Doctor Werewolf and Tiga, Sydneysiders will be spoilt for choice whilst they enjoy the event in the infamour Royal Botanic Garden Sydney. Be inspired by your surroundings and consider rocking floral print.
StereoSonic
Afrojack, The Bloody Beetroots, Armin Van Buuren, Crookers, Ferry Corsten, LMFAO, and Zombie Nation are just a few of the names ‘stereosonic-ers’ will be boasting about this year. Deemed one of the greatest festivals Australia has to offer, Stereosonic has managed to out-do their lineup every year, with 2011 being no exception. With a history of intense sunny weather, make sure you sport a pair of dark shades to the event.
Future Music Festival
Prepare to be awed by some of the biggest names in music on offer from Future Music Festival 2012. A rare live performance from Aphex Twin is sure to amaze alongside epic artists such as Paul Van Dyke, Stafford Brothers, Swedish House Mafia and Fatboy Slim, just to name a few. Future has allowed Australians to experience some of the best names in the world of electro music and continue to do so. Outfit-wise, focus on comfort and opt for a simple tee.
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Supafest
MTV’s Supafest will be the event on everyone’s lips in 2012. The biggest names in Hip Hop will be up for show for all urban fans across Australia.
The first installment announced to the lineup includes Trey Songz, Ice Cube, Lupe Fiasco and Kelly Rowland will no doubt secure the attention of festival-goers. Headlining next year will be the iconic rapper P-Diddy, who has not toured Australia in 4 years. The event was a sell-out last year confirming its massive return this year and cannot be missed.
Meredith Music Festival
This year’s Meredith Music festival will undoubtedly become a sellout when the event has secured such artists as Cut Copy, Icehouse, Mudhoney and Gang Gang Dance. Boasting an array of sideshows to keep the crowd entertained, Meredith is an educator in the subject of music.
Golden Plains
Golden Plains, Meredith’s sister music festival, is a two-day musical extravaganza that offers not only a show, but an experience to remember. Boasting artists of quality, Golden Plains has Charles Bradley, Dexter, Kisstroyer, The Celibate Rifles and Lost Animal on offer. Go for a carefree look at Golden Plains 2012.
A Day on the Green
A day on the Green has been considered an epic musical festival Australia for quite some time. The 2012 event is nothing short of spectacular, with audiences able to watch some of the biggest names in musical history perform such as Cold Chisel, Hall and Oates, Meatloaf, Sade and Steely Dan. Surrounded by lush wineries, a day on the green is a day jam-packed with theatrical entertainment.
