Joyland Festival Jakarta announces final line-up with headliners St. Vincent & AIR
Previously announced acts for November 22-24 include Bombay Bicycle Club, South Korea's Balming Tiger & Japan's MONO
Joyland Festival returns to Jakarta on November 22-24, 2024.
Taking place at GBK Senayan, the festival just unveiled the final instalment of its star-studded line-up, which includes previously announced acts Bombay Bicycle Club, alternative K-pop pioneers Balming Tiger, Real Estate and Japanese instrumental band MONO.
The new headliners that have just been announced for this year’s festival are St. Vincent and AIR.
The atmospheric pop duo are celebrating the 25th anniversary of their groundbreaking album 'Moon Safari', and their set will include timeless tracks such as 'La femme d’argent', 'Sexy Boy', and 'Kelly Watch the Stars’ as well as other highlights from their nearly three-decade career.
The festival also features a strong line-up of Asian bands, including Tokyo’s indie rockers DYGL, and South Korea’s Silica Gel.
International acts include Bubble Tea and Cigarettes, a Los Angeles-based pop duo known for their catchy tunes and vibrant performances, and Surprise Chef, an instrumental jazz-funk ensemble from Naarm/Melbourne, Australia.
Indonesia will be well represented by Efek Rumah Kaca, Majelis Lidah Berduri, Ali (who have just wrapped up their performance at this year's Fuji Rock Festival) and the new collaboration Pentas Sihir, among others.
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Additionally, White Shoes & The Couples Company will curate the Lily Pad Stage, showcasing emerging and experimental performers from both Indonesia and abroad, including Teenage Death Star and The Panturas, alongside international acts like the rock back The 5.6.7.8’s from Japan, South Korean veteran Park Daham, and a collab from Japanese DJs Masaya Fantasista and Mikey Varot.
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Beyond the music, Joyland Festival offers a vibrant festival experience with The Shrooms Garden stage featuring stand-up comedy curated by Soleh Solihun, the Joyland Village with local food and market stalls, the family-friendly White Peacock area with a variety of activities, and the Cinerillaz outdoor cinema presenting short films curated by acclaimed director Joko Anwar.
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Amira Waworuntu is Mixmag Asia’s Managing Editor, follow her on Instagram.
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