by emma zanger
Returning to the Chicagoland area for its 13th year with some of the biggest names in EDM, North Coast 2023 is sure to shake up the midwest. With six stages hosting a wide array of talented artists, as well as an expanded collection of art installations, the festival’s 90,000 attendees are sure to have a unique experience.
The thrilling three day festival takes place September 1 - 3 at Seatgeek Stadium in Bridgeview, Illinois. Popular headliners include powerhouses such as Marshmello, Zeds Dead, and Flume, but here are some of the other exciting artists to catch Labor Day weekend:
ALESSO
Best known for his 2015 album Forever with collaborators Tove Lo and Ryan Tedder (OneRepublic), Alesso is set to play day one of the festival. Be sure to head over to the Stadium stage to hear his latest single “Without You” on day one.
ALISON WONDERLAND
With an electrifying new EP released in spring, Alison Wonderland is set to bring some notably fresh energy to the day three crowd of North Coast. Previously topping the Billboard Dance/Electronic charts, and dominating other festivals like EDC and Coachella, this impressive artist is one we can’t wait to see.
LIQUID STRANGER
Described as the embodiment of transnational dubstep, Liquid Stranger is well-known for mixing many different genres within the EDM and dubstep world, to create his one of a kind sound. Liquid Stranger is set to headline day one on the Vega stage this year, offering an almost out of this world experience we are ready to be a part of.
NGHTMRE
With an extensive library of self-produced hits and gripping remixes, NGHTMRE is definitely a day three, Vega stage headliner to see. Continuing to impress on stages across the globe, this unique performer draws the electro/house lover into a breathtaking spectacle. We’re most excited to hear brand new single “One Chance” alongside the punchy collection of hits from the 2022 album DRMVRSE.
CHRIS LAKE
Dance focused force of nature, Chris Lake, is set to headline the Canopy stage at North Coast this year, and there are several hits of his we can’t wait to catch. Having collaborated with massive artists like Steve Aoki, deadmau5, and other acts on this year’s lineup, his set is sure to bring some heat to the North Coast crowd.
Set to appear in their signature LED tiger helmets, this day two artist is sure to bring a sense of illumination through their sharp and edgy performance. Characterized as a darker form of electronic music, North Coast is sure to experience something new and out of the ordinary at their show.
DABIN
Well known for his marvelous collaborations with artists like Illenium, SLANDER and Seven Lions, Dabin definitely comes to North Coast with a wonderfully emotional library of tracks. We’re most excited to hear tracks like “Hollow,” “Hearts on Fire,” and recently released single, “Worlds Away.”
ZOMBOY
Having last released in 2022, we’re excited to see what new music Zomboy has for us at North Coast this year. Zomboy packs a punch with an incredible show full of lasers and high energy dubstep, and we can’t wait to be there.
EVAN GIIA
Brooklyn based vocalist, Evan Giia, is a day three talent we aren’t going to miss. Her training as an opera singer offers a distinctive contrast with her electro pop beats, definitely setting her apart from the crowd. We can’t wait to hear her latest single, “Limit.”
SURF MESA
Most recognized for his viral 2019 single “ily (i love you baby)” featuring Emilee, Surf Mesa brings a lighter and dreamy set to North Coast this year. His individuality within the electronic/dance genre is a fresh sound the attendees at the festival are sure to love. Make sure to catch his newest single “Manzanita” at the Vega stage on day two.