Inside the North Coast Music Festival phase 1 lineup featuring special guest B2B with Tape B

The 16th edition returns to SeatGeek Stadium this Labor Day Weekend with major dance music heavyweights and curated stage takeovers.

One of the most anticipated end-of-summer music events, North Coast Music Festival, has officially revealed its Phase One lineup for its 16th edition, and the first wave is stacked with some of dance music’s most exciting names.

Taking place over Labor Day Weekend, September 4–6, North Coast Music Festival will return to the newly renovated SeatGeek Stadium campus in Bridgeview, Illinois, just outside of Chicago. Known for curating immersive, multi-stage electronic music experiences, the festival continues to solidify its place as a must-attend destination for dance music fans.

Phase one is led by global house heavyweight FISHER, whose infectious energy and crowd-moving productions make him one of the most anticipated sets of the weekend. Rising star BUNT. brings an emotional, high-energy sound that blends dance music with heartfelt songwriting, while GRiZ marks a highly anticipated return following his time away from touring, a moment longtime fans won’t want to miss.

Bass fans are in for a treat as Crankdat continues his streak of explosive releases, and ILLENIUM b2b SLANDER promises a powerful, emotionally charged performance that blends melodic bass with high-impact production. UK garage favorite Sammy Virji Curates will take over a full day of programming, offering a hand-picked lineup that guarantees nonstop energy and unexpected moments throughout the stage.

Adding intrigue to the announcement is the mystery booking Tape B b2b ???, leaving fans speculating about a surprise collaborator yet to be revealed. Meanwhile, Chris Lorenzo will host his own stage takeover, delivering relentless bass-driven house grooves from start to finish.

Phase One also highlights rising talent across the scene, including Mary Droppinz, whose momentum continues to grow, and DRAMA (DJ Set), offering a unique opportunity to experience the duo in a dance-floor-focused format that blends soulful vocals with electronic production.

Additional artists will be announced in the coming months as part of the festival’s phase two lineup.

In addition to the music, North Coast Music Festival is continuing its commitment to community impact. For every ticket sold on announcement day, $1 will be donated to charities supporting under-resourced communities, reinforcing the festival’s dedication to giving back.

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