Tens of thousands of fans witnessed a sonic clash between the original pioneers and the new generation of ravers, represented last night by I Hate Models, Lorenzo Raganzini b2b Paolo Ferrara, and Trym. Over at the Dance Arena, one of the most influential electronic music producers, Eric Prydz, took the stage, while a lively crowd welcomed the sunrise with Hot Since 82 and his distinctive sound.
On the festival’s Main Stage, just moments into The Prodigy’s performance, the opening beats of “Voodoo People” rang out, followed by a barrage of timeless anthems that shaped entire generations – “Omen,” “Firestarter,” “Poison,” “Breathe,” “Smack My Bitch Up,” and “Out of Space.” “We’re celebrating 25 years together! Let’s go, warriors!” they told the crowd, reminding everyone of their long-standing connection with this region, dating back to their first performance at Belgrade’s Pionir Hall in 1995. Exactly three decades later, that historic moment found its most powerful and beautiful renaissance at EXIT’s anniversary edition. “EXIT Festival, Serbia, this was our sixth time playing here. We play here because we love it; we love the people. You are the ruckus every time!” they shared on Instagram after their electrifying show, once again leaving their hearts on stage.
After The Prodigy, the Main Stage was taken over by a torchbearer of the new rave and techno wave, I Hate Models, who delivered an uncompromising set that pushed the boundaries of electronic music. Known for defying genre norms, this French rebel once again proved that his performances are a manifesto of artistic defiance. Next up was one of the most promising acts of the new generation, Trym, followed by the Italian techno-metal duo Paolo Ferrara and Lorenzo Raganzini, whose final b2b performance closed the night with a powerful homage to rave culture and electronic music.
At a packed Dance Arena, Eric Prydz once again confirmed his status as a global electronic music superstar, while Hot Since 82 crafted a sunrise experience to remember. The Visa Fusion Stage was taken over by Oxajo, Kanda Kodza i Nebojsa, Sunshine, Luke Black, Kendi, and BigRu & Paja Kratak.
On the third day of the EXIT Festival, the Tesla Universe Stage will host Hurts, Burak Yeter, Mystic Marley, One People, Marko Louis with Marčelo and Nensi, iLEE, Divolly & Markward, and Maktub.
At the Dance Arena, Solomun brings a Diynamic Take-over together with Mau P, DJ Gigolo in a b2b set with Tijana T, Ogazón, Lanna, and Hobin Rude. Meanwhile, the NSNS Stage refreshed by Heineken will feature Lorenzo Raganzini, Paolo Ferrara, BIIA, Assari b2b Katalina, Balša b2b Dažbog, and Juno.
The Visa Fusion Stage will see performances from Partibrejkers, Pekinška Patka, Coby, Naked, Novski, and Rouzi x TNG. The complete lineup and timeline can be found on the official EXIT Festival website.
Single-day tickets are available at Gigs Tix physical outlets, online, and at the festival gates.
