Hosted at St. Martin in the Caribbean, SXM Festival is due to enter their 7th edition since first debuting in 2016. March 11-18, 2024 will see a week-long billing of artists which includes an exciting mix of respected industry mainstays and emerging talent.
Combined with the island’s gorgeous views and beaches, the festival will take place amongst lush rainforest dancefloors, beautiful villas, boat parties and beach clubs, meaning there will be no shortage of adventure.
With SXM Festival rolling around in just a few weeks and the full 2024 lineup announced, we take a look ahead at some of must see acts that are due to perform.
Ben Rau
Born during the same decade that saw the fall of the Berlin Wall, Ben Rau grew up in the age of expression, the era of revolution, and in the country that adopted electronic music as it own. After falling in love with raving on dance floors in the UK and Germany, he burst into the scene in 2016 and has since been at the forefront of minimal, deep and tech house. Now based back in Berlin, Ben also runs his own imprints INKAL and META, which release many of his sought after tracks that he’ll no doubt have have in his arsenal for SXM.
Eli & Fur
Since their debut 10 years ago, Eli & Fur’s iconic music style of emotive dance anthems has seen their music tour all round the globe. Their use of euphoric synths and rolling bass coupled with hair-raising vocals creates a mesmerising vibe. Check out Eli & Fur’s mix with Apple Music which perfectly encapsulates the blissful sunset atmosphere.
Harry Romero
With a career spanning across two decades, American DJ/producer Harry Romero is iconic name in house music, even becoming a UK Chart feature on multiple occasions. Showing no signs of slowing down, with an upcoming release on the mighty Armada Music and previous hits on Defected and Crosstown Rebels quoting “I know what I’m capable of in the studio and behind the decks. Harry 2.0, this is my renaissance!”. Don’t miss the opportunity to see a true disciple of house music at this year’s SXM Festival.
Mason Collective
The Manchester based trio have risen through the underground scene with their signature high energy grooves and explosive DJ sets. Their renowned MVSON party expanded into their own independent label; Whippin’ in 2019 and they’ve gone on to perform at some of the UK’s most iconic festivals, as well as stints at Ibiza, Sonar and Hideout and more. You can be sure they’ll be bringing the MVSON party ethic to the Caribbean this March.
Vintage Culture
Described by his management as ‘the most rock-star DJ’, Vintage Culture has been a force when it comes to performing. Holding down multiple residencies in Ibiza, he has also played on the world’s biggest stages including Tomorrowland, Coachella and Creamfields. Rolling basslines and catchy vocal hooks are a common feature in his production and we’re sure he’ll have St. Martin rocking.
Final tickets available here.
Words: Ellis West
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