Brody Dalle
The Australian singer comes to Budapest and plays Sziget on the same day as her husband, Josh Homme, the “founding father” of Queens of the Stone Age. The sounds of Brody Dalle also stand close to those of her husband, though her music contains some traces of PJ Harvey, Nirvana, and Hole, too. Previously, she sang in the bands Distillers and Spinnerette.
Where? When? A38 Stage, 16:30Ska-P
Their music is extremely lively with a rapid rhythm; every sound rebels against everyday conformism, just like their provocative lyrics, which convey relentlessly honest and critical messages of society. They have seven albums so far, and not many bands are capable of more intense productions on stage than them; we could make sure of this several times already at Sziget, where Ska-P returns this year to make us break a sweat.
Where? When? Main Stage, 17:45Hősök
Fundamentally linked to Veszprém, the hip-hop formation is part of Hungary’s rap scene since 2001. In 2003, they won a national talent competition called Hiphop Mission, which is the successor of the legendary Fila Rap Jam. Since the founding of Hősök, they released several studio and solo albums and producer publications. They were there at all major festivals, but this does not mean they show up less at events of smaller cities and hip-hop oriented gigs. Unable to run out of ideas, the increasingly popular rap formation progresses on the road of success in 2013 with their newest studio album, "Érintés".
Where? When? VOLT Festival Stage, 18:30Queens of the Stone Age
They play stunning, heavy, riff-driven rock music, guided by the founder and charismatic leader of the band, the brilliant Josh Homme. Last year they fulfilled the dream of many Queens of the Stone Age fans in Hungary by performing at VOLT, basing their show on the best themes of their album "...Like Clockwork". This year, they will probably bring a classic festival set list to Budapest, with a real hit parade.
Where? When? Main Stage, 19:30Casper
Benjamin Griffey, aka Casper, is a versatile, talented, and popular German rapper and singer-songwriter. The strength of his engaging style lies in diversity – he does not recognize the borders separating musical genres and subcultures, and uses his weapon of self-expression, hip-hop, to reach the greatest possible audience. His works capture those who like hardline hip-hop, those who prefer the sharp and witty social criticism in his lyrics, those who are considered musical omnivores, and those who like the more emotional, passionate, and popular sounds.
Where? When? A38 Stage, 19:50Deadmau5
Joel Zimmermann, the Canadian EDM superstar, does not like when people call him a “DJ”. He is right, as the world surpassed DJs long ago, and listeners expect more of an up-to-date electronic musician than monotone tunes and twisting the buttons on an audio-mixer. Deadmau5 gives them what they deserve – his production is elementary, ecstatic, overwhelming, and simply frantic. Did we miss anything?! Take part of the fantastic orgy of sound, tech, and visuals with today’s most notorious electronic musician, and sweat the discrediting tattoo off your skin: this will definitely be one hell of a party.
Where? When? Main Stage, 21:30Jimmy Eat World
The American quartet arrived from Mesa, about 30 miles away from Phoenix, Arizona. At the time of its formation, Jimmy Eat World cherished world-subversive plans, mobilizing the last energies of the punk scene, but then they realized that they can be much more entertaining and successful if they slow down a bit. So they did, and thanks to this decision, they could come up with classic hits like The Middle.
Where? When? A38 Stage, 21:30
