Countdown to Rocking the Daisies 2024: A Celestial Celebration Awaits
Countdown to Rocking the Daisies 2024: A Celestial Celebration Awaits
The countdown to summer’s most anticipated festival has officially begun! With less than a two weeks to go, excitement is building for Rocking the Daisies 2024, taking place from Thursday, 3 October to Sunday, 6 October 2024. This year, the festival is set to reach new heights with its celestial theme, ‘In the Stars’, which will have festival goers enchanted through several elements including exciting activations, progressive fashion, activities and collector’s edition merch for sale! Attending audiences are encouraged to dress in their best In the Stars outfits and stand a chance to win cool prizes.
A Stellar Lineup in a Stunning Setting
Get ready for a lineup that spans both local and international acts, curated specially for Cape Town’s discerning festival-goers. Set against what is arguably the most breathtaking festival backdrop in South Africa, this year’s Rocking the Daisies promises to deliver unique experiences with more to explore:
Feel the Vibes at the Flying Fish Beach Club
Imagine yourself dancing at the brand-new Flying Fish Beach Club, with the sun on your shoulders, sand between your toes, and the bass pulsing through your chest. Friends lounging in cabanas, soaking up the good vibes from the best DJs from across the globe —it’s the perfect way to kick off the summer season.
Fashion Forward: A Cosmic Catwalk
This year’s festival isn’t just about music; it’s about the full experience. For the first time ever, Rocking the Daisies will host an outdoor sunset fashion showcase. In collaboration with Galxboy, the festival’s official fashion partner, RTD presents a cosmic catwalk featuring the top five designers from the 2024 Festival Fashion Talent Search. Get ready to see these stellar designs bring the ‘In the Stars’ theme to life on the runway!
Feeling competitive?
SuperSportBet Sports Centre is Daises’ newest competitive partner and is hitting the festival fields with indoor soccer showdown, hoops and other exciting games. Get ready to flex your skills with epic tunes pumping and fans hyping you up. Major bragging rights and awesome prizes are on the line for the champs. Let the games begin!
Discover the Magic of Daisy Town
A new district to explore… In the center of the Cloof Wine Estate, step into Daisy Town – an enchanting hub of installations, shopping stalls, art, and other immersive ,unique experiences. Wander hand in hand with your bestie, sip on a cocktail, and explore this whimsical and all of the surprises in it.
Maybeline Station Stage
As the sun sets and the night falls, make your way to the Maybelline Station—the ultimate destination for late-night revellers looking to keep the energy high into the early hours of the morning.
A Line-Up That’s Out of This World
Rocking the Daisies 2024 boasts an insane lineup, spread across multiple stages, blending the best international stars with top local talent:
International Performers:
Snoh Aalegra (Headliner): Critically acclaimed Roc Nation artist, Snoh Aalegra, is set to headline this year’s festival with her soulful, emotive performances that have captivated audiences worldwide. Her music blends R&B with a touch of old-school soul, earning her comparisons to legends like Sade.
- Mick Jenkins: Hailing from Chicago, Mick Jenkins is renowned for his thought-provoking narratives and his jazz-infused beats.
- Ayra Starr: Representing Nigeria, Ayra Starr is a fast-rising Afropop sensation whose music blends contemporary Afrobeats with soulful melodies. Ayra Starr’s performances are dynamic and full of passion, making her a standout artist in the global music scene.
- BLK Odyssy: A multi-talented artist and producer, BLK Odyssy merges elements of funk, soul, and rock into a sound that’s entirely his own.
- 6lack: 6lack is an American R&B singer, rapper, and songwriter. He gained recognition following the release of his 2016 single “Prblms”, which marked his first entry on the Billboard Hot 100.
- Smino: A neo-soul rapper, a new-school vet and with just two studio albums under his belt he has undoubtedly earned the designation of a career artist. Since the release of his debut album blkswn (2017), he has continued to innovate unique sounds, flows and even vernacular.
South African artists on the line-up include:
Sun El Musician, Dwson, Musa Keys, Boohle, Mi Casa, Kash CPT, Zee Nxmumalo, Joy Oladokun, Wandile Mbambeni, Matthew Mole, Mars Baby, Blxckie, Internet Girl, Bantwanas, Tenoceans, Wan.illa NICE, Clint L, The Workaholics, DJ Sliqe, Gremlin, Beats By Hand, Fine$$a Williams, Slow Poison, D’Phault, Fish Parcel, Fif Laaa, Enrico Celento, Nasty C, Shekhinah, Sjava, Marcus Harvey, mellow & Sleazy, Felo Le Tee, Kmat, DJ Lag, Thakzin, Lemon & Herb, Surreal Sessions, Tristan Urwin, Mila Rose, Prince Kaybee, Que DJ, Culoe De Song, Omagoqa, Atmos Blaq, Bun Xapa, Pona Colada, Blaq Kongo, Roz, Oscar Mbo, DJ Kent, Darque, Akio, Kyotic, DJ Stokie, Rarri, Foreplay, Asvnte, Just Travis CPT, Kat Upendi, Fizz & Shia-A, NotBenjamin, Meek, Manana and many more, ensuring that local talent shines bright.
Don’t Miss Out!
Rocking the Daisies is the ultimate destination to celebrate summer. Tickets are selling fast, so grab yours now and get ready to dance among the stars.
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