BASSINTHECITY returns headlined by international DJ Kah-Lo
An internationally acclaimed DJ will headline BASSINTHECITY, the warm up event to the NT’s biggest music festival. Find out what’s happening.
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The free pop-up event BASSINTHECITY is back offering an electrifying night of music and Northern Territory vibes as a warm up to the Territory’s biggest music festival BASSINTHEGRASS.
The precursor event, supported by community partner Santos, will transform Austin Lane in the Darwin CBD on May 14.
International DJ Kah-Lo will headline the event joined by Taste Club (Tim Benson) and Darwin local Prayer Corby.
Kah-Lo is best known for her song Fasta and for collaboration with British DJ Riton on Rinse and Repeat, which was nominated for Best Dance Recording at the 59th Grammy Awards.
The Territory Artist Competition returns to add to the buzz giving local musicians their chance to share the spotlight with major Australiana and international artists at BASSINTHEGRASS.
This year two acts, including for the first time one DJ, will earn a coveted opening set on the Palm Stage and BASSment Stage respectively.
Winners will also take to the stage at Santos x BASSINTHECITY, performing ahead of Kah-Lo, to preview what’s to come with the winners to be announced on May 7.
Beyond the music, attendees can take part in the Wish Upon a Jellyfish Weaving Workshop led by Aly de Groot, while Austin Lane will come to life with a selection of market stalls.
NT Major Events Company interim chief executive Trevor Cox said he was thrilled for the return of the event offering more value to visitors and the local community.
“Securing an international DJ like Kah-Lo to headline is incredible, and we’re equally proud to offer our Territory Artist Competition winners an invaluable opportunity to perform on the same stage, showcasing their talent to a wider audience,” he said.
“This initiative builds upon the success of BASSINTHEGRASS and extends the event experience, directly supporting local businesses.
“And offering fantastic opportunities to explore the Top End’s rich offerings from its captivating urban art to its stunning natural landscapes, generating positive social and economic impacts for all.”
Kah-Lo she was “excited to be performing at BASSINTHECITY a few days before hitting the seaside stage at BASSINTHEGRASS in Australia’s Top End”.
BASSINTHECITY kicks off a week packed with events leading into BASS, including two AFL matches in Darwin, with the Gold Coast Suns facing the Bulldogs and Hawthorn on May 10 and 15.
Final release BASSINTHEGRASS tickets are on sale now for $155 (plus booking fee) with tickets and more information at bassinthegrass.com.au.
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