Apocalypse, Insomniac’s Biggest All-Bass Festival, is set to take over Southern California once again for Year 3 this weekend – turning the iconic Queen Mary in Long Beach into a zombie apocalypse! Even though you have your must-see sets ready to go, Apocalypse always has heavy-hitters, new and upcoming, as well as debuts, but here are 5 of our top recommendations:
1. A Little Sound
Who?
Although she’s small, A Little Sound is making major noise right now. Fresh off the success of her new EP “A Lotta Noise,” she’s taking the drum & bass world by storm. With collaborations alongside some of the biggest names in the scene — Hedex, Friction, Andromedik, and even Subtronics — she’s proven that nothing can slow her momentum.
What to Expect?
If you’re searching for a place to get lost in stank-face blends, dance your heart out to high-energy D&B, and vibe with her signature vocals, A Little Sound’s set is exactly where you need to be. She’ll take you on a progressive, electrifying journey — and you’ll instantly understand why she’s one of the most exciting rising superstars in the game.
When?
Fri 4 pm at Quarantine Zone
2. Hurtbox
Who?
HOL!’s twin brother HURTBOX is officially joining the Apocalypse lineup as part of his Unchained Tour — and he’s bringing pure chaos with him. Exploding onto the scene with ruthless energy, he’s quickly become one of the most electrifying DJs and producers of his generation. With collaborations alongside underground heavyweights like Shiverz, Awenimus, and his own brother HOL!, HURTBOX is no stranger to breaking restraints and pushing the limits. Get ready — the chains are off.
What to Expect?
High knees and moshes at the ready — the name speaks for itself. Synonymous with explosive, distorted basslines, genre-defining drops, and an unstoppable rise through the underground bass scene, this artist delivers nothing but pure force. Hurtbox is known for his hard-hitting sound and relentless energy, and can turn every crowd into a riot and every drop into a moment you feel in your chest.
When?
Fri 10 pm at Necropolis District
3. Viperactive
Who?
Only one of the fastest-rising forces in the scene — the kind of name you hear once and never forget. Known for venomous bass, chaotic energy, and sets that feel like controlled destruction, Viperactive leaves crowds wondering how they survived… and when they can do it again. Collaborating with some of the biggest global names from Virtual Riot, Flosstradamus, Marshmello, and Dillon Francis, there is no slowing down.
What to Expect?
Expect pure mayhem. Viperactive’s sets are fast, feral, and fueled by venomous drops that hit without warning. You’ll get glitchy distortion, high-impact switches, aggressive bass design, and that signature chaotic energy that turns every crowd into a whirlwind of stomps, high knees, and moshes. If you’re looking for a set that feels less like a performance and more like an adrenaline surge, Viperactive is exactly where you want to be.
When?
Fri 6:55 pm at Apocalypse Arena
4. Layz
Who?
Known as the Thunder Queen — or the Queen of Dubstep, as many call her — Layz stands as one of the fiercest forces in heavy bass. Her name has become synonymous with snarling drops, razor-sharp sound design, and sets that slam into you like a freight train. Her rise has been anything but subtle, and the moment she steps on stage, there’s absolutely no mistaking who she is. With massive collaborations alongside Shaq, Excision, and Sullivan King, nothing is strong enough to slow her storm.
What to Expect?
Prepare for a storm. Layz delivers sets packed with snarling drops, bone-rattling bass, and aggressive sound design that hit like a freight train. Expect intense dubstep, chaotic energy, and jaw-dropping transitions that leave no room to stand still. From headbanging drops to explosive moments of melodic relief, her sets are a rollercoaster of heavy bass and controlled chaos — the perfect storm for anyone ready to feel the thunder.
When?
Sat 7:55 pm at Apocalypse Arena
5. Seth David
Who?
Seth David is a dynamic DJ who’s making waves with his bold shift from house music to infectious bass. His innovative sound has taken TikTok by storm, earning viral attention and a rapidly growing fan base. With seamless genre-blending, captivating melodies, and pulsating basslines, Seth David’s sets are as electrifying as his stage presence. Always pushing musical boundaries, he’s fast becoming one of the most influential rising stars in the bass music scene.
What to Expect?
Get ready for a set that’s equal parts infectious and unpredictable. Seth David blends bass-heavy drops with melodic hooks and genre-bending twists that keep the energy high from start to finish. Expect moments that make you jump, vibes that make you groove, and a sonic journey that seamlessly fuses house roots with modern bass intensity. With every transition, he proves why he’s one of the most exciting rising stars in the scene.
When?
Sat 4 pm at Zombieland Citadel
Check out the full Escape lineup here!