Don’t Miss These Must-See Artists at EDC Las Vegas 2025
With EDC Las Vegas just around the corner, the countdown to one of the most iconic dance music festivals in the world has officially begun. As the lights, stages, and speakers are prepped for another unforgettable weekend, here are a few standout acts you won’t want to miss this year—ranging from pre-party exclusives to groundbreaking performances across the festival’s biggest stages.
Kick Off EDC Weekend: Eli Brown’s FREE Pre-Party at Hotel EDC
📍 The Shag Room @ Hotel EDC (Virgin Hotels Las Vegas), 4455 Paradise Rd
📅 Friday, May 16 | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
🎟 Free with RSVP
Start your EDC weekend early with Eli Brown at his official pre-party, presented by Insomniac. This free event sets the tone for the days ahead, hosted at the luxurious Shag Room inside Hotel EDC. Brown’s latest single, “Wavey,” isn’t just a club banger—it’s this year’s official EDC Las Vegas Anthem and will soundtrack the festival’s fireworks show each night.
With explosive energy and boundary-pushing sets, Brown has cemented his role as a Circuit Grounds favorite. Now, after a career-defining year, he’s ready to push techno to the forefront and solidify, in his words “Techno as the future of music, and Eli Brown as the future of techno.”
In addition to the pre-party, catch Eli Brown’s main set on Friday night at 3:30 AM at Circuit Grounds.
Basswell Brings the Bass
📍 Wasteland Stage
📅 Friday, May 16 | 2:30 AM
Real name Mathias Boitel, Basswell is a rising force in the global techno scene. Hailing from France, he’s known for his high-octane sets that fuse hard techno with relentless energy, fast transitions, and an unmistakable industrial edge. If you’re looking for raw, powerful beats to jolt your late-night energy, Basswell at Wasteland is a must.
Brutalismus 3000: Cosmic Meadow Takeover
📍 Cosmic Meadow Stage
📅 Saturday, May 17 | 10:50 PM
Berlin duo Brutalismus 3000 is bringing their high-octane blend of nu-gabber, post-techno, and punk to EDC Las Vegas—and their set is guaranteed to be chaotic in the best way. Known for their gritty aesthetic and unmatched energy, their 2025 performance promises new material premieres and a taste of their remix album GOODBYE SALÓ THE REMIXES, featuring heavy hitters like The Dare and Amnesia Scanner.
Ward Andrews Makes His EDC Debut
📍 Forest House Art Car
📅 Saturday, May 17 | 8:00 PM
Ward Andrews, a rising star in the melodic electronic space, will make his EDC debut this year with a genre-blending set that’s as cinematic as it is danceable. With past performances at Goldrush and Decadence and a regular spot on Insomniac Radio’s Creation Park, Andrews brings a refreshing mix of 70s disco, 80s synthpop, and 90s house.
His debut EP The Decoration of Time drops this Friday—expect to hear selections from it during his set.
Gesaffelstein Returns to Cosmic Meadow
📍 Cosmic Meadow Stage
📅 Saturday, May 17 | 12:45 AM
Mysterious and magnetic, Gesaffelstein is back to cast his dark techno spell over EDC. Following standout collaborations with The Weeknd, Charli XCX (brat), and Lady Gaga (Mayhem), the French producer is riding high off his third album GAMMA and an unforgettable guest appearance during Gaga’s Coachella set.
His upcoming set is sure to be intense, immersive, and—if history is any indicator—killah.
Loud Luxury Keeps the Party Going on Sunday @ Midnight
📍 Cosmic Meadow Stage
📅 Sunday, May 18 | 12:00 AM
From global tours to Las Vegas residencies, Loud Luxury have built a worldwide reputation for upbeat, crowd-pleasing house music. With billions of streams and appearances everywhere from the NHL Awards to Alex Cooper’s Unwell Events, their momentum is unstoppable. Catch Andrew and Joe bringing their signature energy to Cosmic Meadow just after midnight.
Future Rave Takes Center Stage: MORTEN b2b ARTBAT
📍 Kinetic Field
📅 Sunday, May 18 | 10:00 PM
Future Rave co-founder MORTEN will deliver one of the weekend’s most anticipated sets—a b2b with melodic techno powerhouses ARTBAT. Known for pioneering a snare-and-bass-heavy sound that balances emotion with intensity, MORTEN’s journey from solo stardom to Future Rave icon has reshaped festival stages worldwide. Their Sunday night performance promises to be a seismic moment on the EDC main stage.
Hardstyle Royalty: Lady Faith Returns to Wasteland
📍 Wasteland Stage
📅 Sunday, May 18 |11:30 PM
A legend in the U.S. hard dance scene, Lady Faith makes her 13th consecutive appearance at EDC Las Vegas. With her 2025 album UNTAMED showcasing a fierce collection of euphoric bass tracks, she continues to uphold her title as “The Queen of Hardstyle.” Her Sunday night set at Wasteland will undoubtedly be a massive celebration of hard-hitting beats and high-energy showmanship.
Final Thoughts
Whether you’re diving into the pulsing rhythms of hardstyle, getting lost in future rave anthems, or embracing the underground with techno’s finest, EDC Las Vegas 2025 is stacked with unforgettable performances. From free pre-parties to late-night stage takeovers, this weekend is your chance to dance from dusk till dawn with the world’s best.
See you under the electric sky.