If music festivals were DJs, Ultra Music Festival would be headlining. The popularity of UMF has resulted in controversy, stamped its name onto EDM culture and expanded globally into countries like South Korea, Brazil and Japan. Maybe the mainstream stuff isn’t for everyone - we’ve all had a taste of how cool the smaller festivals can be - but you gotta admit, Ultra is an experience! Here are a few other things you might not know about UMF.
Ultra showcases visual arts
The festival has won multiple awards and has been recognized for its production value and innovative use of technology in its staging and lighting design. In addition to live performances, the festival also features art installations and interactive experiences, making it a multi-sensory event. There’s a whole section on the artists and their work on the official UMF website.
The Resistance stage
The festival has a dedicated "Resistance" stage, which focuses on techno and underground electronic music. With its focus on high-energy and forward-thinking music, the Resistance stage has become a staple of the Ultra Music Festival experience, offering festival-goers the chance to discover new music and immerse themselves in cutting-edge sounds and visuals. Speaking of underground DJing, have you checked out the free content for the DJ Courses Online DJ Basics course?
Ups and downs
The festival has faced controversy and opposition in the past, particularly over its noise levels and the large crowds it attracts. The festival has had notable cancellations in the past, such as in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and in 2018 when it was forced to move from its original location in Miami's Bayfront Park to a new location on the island of Virginia Key.
Ultra Music Festival is simply the best. The crowds, the people and the overall brand offering is the stuff of dreams for DJs. To play at Ultra is a career-making move. Whichever festival you’re aiming to play, the key is to find a festival that matches your style and skills. Wherever you go, you’ll need help getting there. Consider checking out the free sample content from the catalog of DJ Courses Online programs.