Category: Music

Tour dates:

• 23 March: London, All Points East

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Iconic artist, performer, and producer DJ Yoda, has been dazzling audiences with his inventive turntablism and eclectic mixes for years. Known for his skillful blend of hip-hop, funk, and pop culture references, DJ Yoda (aka Duncan Beiny) is a true pioneer in the EDM universe.

His playful approach to music and knack for mixing unexpected tracks have earned him a reputation as one of the most entertaining and innovative DJs around.

Like the Public Service Broadcasting boys, Yoda’s a veteran of the game, producing huge albums like “Breakfast of Champions” and “Home Cooking,” two vibrant showcases of his ability to blend genres and create something entirely new.

When it comes to live performances, DJ Yoda is in a league of his own. His shows are a visual and auditory feast, featuring everything from classic movie clips to viral internet videos, all expertly synced with his dynamic beats. It’s a multimedia extravaganza that keeps fans coming back for more.

Claudia Peifer had a fantastic time chatting with DJ Yoda at Snowbombing Festival on the slopes of Mayrhofen, Austria, about his creative process, inspirations, and what’s next on his exciting musical journey. Get ready to dive into the world of a DJ who truly knows how to mix things up!

For more information visit:

https://www.instagram.com/djyodauk

Snowbombing Festival welcomes around 7,000 people to the slopes of The Ahorn Ski Resort, Western Austria in mid-April every year – and people absolutely love it!

We should know, the TA-DAH.TV crew has been in attendance more times than we’ve fallen off our skis! (Well, maybe not that many times…) 

But, for those who haven’t been lucky enough to grab a ticket, what’s it like going to snowbombing? Does it attract big performers? And what actually goes down on those picturesque slopes in Mayrhofen?

Slow down, hold your horses! We’ll tell you everything you need to know, from our own experience

What’s it Like at Snowbombing Festival?

Snowbombing is incredible! And so very unique. Held over a week of non-stop skiing, boarding and dancing, there’s so much to take in. 

The festival is split over 2 types of venues, the slopes and the town. Partying starts from noon with superstar DJs like Patrick Topping playing a host venues across the mountain. But, when the music stops around 4 pm, the party moves to the streets – where it doesn’t stop again until 6 am. 

Oh yeah, only hardcore ravers need apply!

As for what it’s like at Snowbombing, the vibes are incredible. People come from all over Europe to hit the slopes, dance to huge tunes, grab a drink and have a good time. 

In fact, during our last experience, we chatted with mermaids and red Indians before happening across a pregnant Mary alongside her drunken monks (don’t worry, she wasn’t really pregnant).

Do You Need to Be Good At Skiing to Go to Snowbombing?

It probably helps to have some skiing chops to experience the whole festival. But, you can still get up to the main stages, bars and cafes of the mountain part of the festival without them. 

Plus, the after-dark stage of Snowbombing happens in Mayrhofen town. So, even if you didn’t want to venture up the mountain, you could spend your morning and early afternoon relaxing in the town before dancing the night away from 4 pm onwards. 

On the other hand, you could take your Snowbombing adventure as an opportunity to learn a new skill as well as party. Skiing lessons are available from professional coaches across the mountain. 

Best Things to Do at Snowbombing

There are so many incredible things to do at Snowbombing. But we’ve managed to distill our excitement down into our top 5 activities that you need to try.

1. Discover the unique venues
2. Snowsports
3. Learn to ski 
4. The Pond Skim
5. Go exploring

The Venues

As we mentioned earlier, the festival festivities are spread out over two awesome locations. The incredible mountains and picturesque town.

The Mountain Venues

Up in the mountains, prepare to feel like you’re literally partying in heaven. The altitude means you’ll be surrounded by clouds with soft powdery snow underfoot. 

When you’re not hitting the slopes or apres ski, you could be checking out the top-tier DJ talent at this collection of venues: 

• The Snowpark Terrace 
• The Mountain Stage 
• Rompa’s Reggae Shack 
• Moutaintop Brunch
• The Penken Terrace

In-Town Venues

Meanwhile, down in the town, you can pick up the pace with a collection of incredible venues like: 

• The Fun Haus
• The Racket Club 
• The Brück’n Stadl
• The Strass Bar
• Hans The Butcher

If you want our opinion, they’re all incredible. But you need to check out Hans The Butcher. This place goes from slinging sausages as a butcher’s shop by day, to dropping beats as a rave hot spot by night.

Snowsports

Of course, the other main activity at Snowbombing is hitting the slopes. If you love your snowy pastimes then this is the spot for you. Purpose-built cable car systems ensure there are no queues as they can ferry a staggering 3,800+ people an hour! Woah.

The slopes at The Ahorn cater to all levels, its 2,000m descent is perfect for beginners, while more advanced skiers can check out The Glacier, with over 230km of powdery trails to choose from. 

Learn to Ski

As we said, this place caters to all crowds, including ski novices. If you fancy popping your slope cherry, Snowbombing is the place. 

Daily lessons by qualified instructors, as well as a selection of nursery runs will ensure you have the skills and the opportunity to test your mettle in the Ziller Valley. 

Check out the Pond Skim

Just here for a good time? No worries, but nothing says “good time” like watching people and pro-skiers take on the challenge of trying to skid their way completely across a swimming pool on the slopes without ending up in the drink.

Explore the Town

Last but not least, if you have some time to yourself during the week of Snowbombing, then you should definitely check out more of stunning Mayrhofen. 

As Patrick Topping said in our interview, the place is like Twin Peaks. The stunning surroundings follow you everywhere you go. 

But when you’re not sliding down the slopes, why not warm up with some authentic schnitzel or goulash in one of the quaint cafes and restaurants? Perfect for lining the stomach too for an evening of fun!

Snowbombing Line Up: Who’s Played There?

Snowbombing attracts some of the biggest names from the EDM and trance scene. 

We caught up with artists like Jackmaster, Eats Everything and DJ Yoda during our last visit. 

But incredible names like Fatboy Slim, Confidence Man, Joy Orbison, Wilkinson and My Nu Leng have all either played or have sets confirmed.

Is Snowbombing Worth It?

Unequivocally, yes! If you love snowsports and EDM then you’re gonna love this place. But you probably knew that already. 

So, as you’ll see from our video, if you’re just a huge fan of having an amazing time with friends, exploring new places and experiencing new things, then you will have the best time at Snowbombing

More Snowsports Festivals in Europe

Europe is jam-packed full of winter festivals that allow partygoers to unite their love of the slopes with the love of the stage so it should come as no surprise that Snowbombing is in good company when it comes to snowsports music festivals! 

Other celebrated events include Snowboxx, which takes place in Avoriaz, France each March and has earned itself a bit of a reputation for proceedings getting wild! 

Elsewhere, there is also Rave on Snow taking place in Saalbach-Hinterglemm, Austria, and Sun & Snow Festival which is held every year in Sierra Nevada, Spain.

But we’re not always in the mountains either! Sometimes we’re glistening in the sunshine at BIG Festival in Andalucia. Or getting down in the sand of the Agafay Desert at Lost Nomads just outside Marrakech. 

Check Out Our Dedicated Music Channel

If you like this, then you’re going to love our Music Channel. 

That’s where we share all our latest news, reviews, interviews and updates from the biggest music events across Europe.

Tour dates:

• 29 Oct: Paris, Zenith
• 03 Nov: Dortmund, Westfalenhalle
• 06 Nov: Hannover, TUI Arena
• 14/15 Nov: Amsterdam, Ziggo Dome
• 02 Dec: Bratislava, National Tennis Centre
• 02 Feb 2022: Dublin, 3Arena
• 4/5 Feb: Hull, Bonus Arena
• 06 Feb: Manchester, Manchester Arena
• 08 Feb: Newcastle, Utilita Arena
• 09 Feb: Leeds, First Direct Arena
• 11 Feb: Glasgow, SSE Hydro
• 12 Feb: Liverpool, M&S Bank Arena
• 13 Feb: Birmingham, Resorts World Arena
• 15/16 Feb: Bournemouth, Int’l Centre
• 17 Feb: Nottingham, Motorpoint Arena
• 19/20 Feb: London, O2 Arena
• 22/23 Feb: Brighton, Brighton Centre
• 24 Feb: Cardiff, Motorpoint Arena
• 06 Nov: Paris, Zenith
• 08 Nov: Esch-sur-Alzette/ Luxembourg, Rockhal
• 10/11 Nov: Amsterdam, Ziggo Dome
• 14 Nov: Hamburg, Barclaycard Arena
• 15 Nov: Frankfurt, Festhalle
• 16 Nov: Hannover, Zag Arena
• 18 Nov: Dortmund, Westfalenhalle
• 20 Nov: Cologne, Lanxess Arena
• 21 Nov: Mannheim, SAP Arena
• 22 Nov: Zurich, Hallenstadion
• 24 Nov: Berlin, Mercedes Benz Arena
• 27 Nov: Stuttgart, Schleyerhalle
• 29 Nov: Leipzig, Quarterback Immobilien Arena
• 30 Nov: Munich, Olympiahalle
• 02 Dec: Vienna, Stadthalle
• 03 Dec: Bratislava, NTC Arena
• 04 Dec: Graz, Stadthalle
• 06 Dec: Budapest, BSA
• 07 Dec: Lodz, Atlas Arena
• 09 Dec: Antwerp, Sportpaleis
• 11 Dec: Copenhagen, Royal Arena
• 14 Dec: Rome, Palazzo dello Sport
• 15 Dec: Padova, Kioene Arena
• 16 Dec: Milan, Mediolanum Forum

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www.simplyred.com

Tour dates:

• 09 July: Bucharest/ ROM, Arenele Romane
• 11 July: Novi Sad/ SERBIA, Exit Festival
• 07 Aug: Schaffhausen/ CH, Star in Town
• 09 Aug: Zofingen/ CH, Heiter Festival Zofingen
• 11 Aug: Belfast, Custom House Square
• 23 Aug: Haapsalu/ EST, Haapsalu castle
• 25 Aug: Vilnius/ LIT, Kalnu Parkas
• 26 Aug: Sigulda/ LT, Sigulda Castle

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https://www.jamesarthurofficial.com/live/

#sixnations #rugbyunion
With England having lost in the final of the World Cup against South Africa, will they use the 21st edition of the Six Nations Championship to boost their morale and get back into winning mode? This competition is a local one for them, but no less thrilling to win. Staged in each of the country’s big crowd stadia, winning this annual competition is a matter pride in the Northern Hemisphere.

Six Nations European venues

Emotions will be riding high in Twickenham (England), the headquarters of rugby worldwide, the Stade de France in Paris, the Aviva Stadium in Dublin, the Millennium stadium in Cardiff (Wales), Murrayfield in Edinburgh (Scotland) and Stadio Olympico in Rome. The Six Nations Championship is the oldest competition in world rugby, which makes it such a hotly contested series.

Who will be favourite to win?

Rugby’s Oldest Cup

Quite apart from the Grand Prix of the Six Nations, there are numerous annual traditional competitions between the partaking nations, none more so than oldest in the world, which is England versus Scotland for the Kalkutta Cup, the oldest cup in rugby, dating back 180 years.
Every single capital welcoming this rugby fest is worth spending a long weekend in, so travel guides at the ready, to make it an even better experience. Tickets to the various tests over 5 rounds of matches are worth gold dust, so don’t hang about and get your entries as soon as possible.

Bon voyage et bonne chance…

As lovers of all things music and dance, TA-DAH.TV went to Tobacco Dock in September for Cuttin’ Headz’s latest house event – and what better place to go and hang out with such talented artists than London! A day rave dedicated to stomping beats and two-stepping till you drop, we loved spending some time with Jody Barr & Cassy in the ‘Last Night on Earth’ DJ booth.

The Event

It goes without saying that house music sounds even more amazing than normal in the summer – and on Saturday 21st September we had one last opportunity to turn the speakers up a few notches and emotionally wave goodbye to what has been an amazing summer season!
It was a glorious day down in the East End of London and the place was heaving by 5pm! 6000 eager ravers turned up to strut their stuff and have a dance – and we loved every minute of joining in! The Great Gallery had thousands of partiers in awe by the pulsating house beats, accompanied by a light show that would send all house lovers into delirium!
Every summer tells its own unique story in London, full of twists and turns that converge together in perfect synchronisation. Of course, the electronic music scene is what we love best and that’s why we’re so glad that LNOE (Last night on Earth set) hosted their first London party in 2 years!
The finale of summer is always key; to put an exclamation point on yet another remarkable raving season in the English capital. The crew have officially cemented themselves in British raving culture history be ending the summer with their best event yet! And all in the heart of a historic venue: Tobacco Dock
Tobacco Dock

Smack bang in the middle of London’s East End, Tobacco Dock is a Grade I listed warehouse that is, in modern times, used for office space, corporate business meetings and events. Ambitiously restored in 2012, the venue is one of the most famous landmarks in the country. Featuring genius industrial architecture, Tobacco Dock has become an icon of the city’s landscape! However, it has previously had many purposes.

Completed in 1812, Tobacco Dock originally served as a place to store imported tobacco – hence the name! Due to financial issues after the war, the docks were in and out of business. However, in the build-up to the London 2012 Olympics, the venue was used as barracks for the military to provide security for the famous event. That is what makes it so impressive; that it is now home to the best UK raves and events! Can’t imagine, that the military were having a day rave down there though!

Artists

The biggest name, headlining the event, were The Martinez brothers! Raised in the Bronx, New York, brothers Chris and Steve Martinez started DJ’ing from an early age. After years of hard work and implementing their passion, they have become one of the world’s leading house and tech house artists to date. After becoming club residents at DC10, their status as house kings was solidified. They often play B2B with another legend: the incredible Seth Troxler. TA-DAH.TV has bumped into all 3 of them several times before, including another London dance event: the ‘Eastern Electrics’ festival, so check out their shout-out, as well as their European tour dates in the Club Night Diaries of the channel’s MUSIC section.

Here is a list of the other great DJ acts on the day’s set-lists:

Cuttin’ Headz – Great Gallery
The Martinez Brothers
William Djoko
Jesse Calosso

FUSE – Terrace
Enzo Siragusa
Archie Hamilton
Rich NxT B2B Seb Zito

Last Night on Earth – Car Park
Sasha (extended set)
Jody Barr

Cassy
Konstantin Sibold

Disco – VIP
Jasper James B2B William Djoko
Griff
Siggy Salls
M-A-X
Oliver Moon
Paolo Francesco
Frankel & Harper

Above is the video  link to Ta-Dah’s trip to the rave. Have a fantastic day!