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Île Soniq 2024 in Montreal
This weekend, we had the chance to experience Montreal’s iconic Île Soniq music festival. With EDM legends like DJ Snake, Tiësto, Timmy Trumpet, and Loud Luxury performing throughout the weekend, it was a musical journey to remember.
Saturday
Day 1 of Île Soniq was hot, with a touch of rain to keep things interesting. Upon arrival, we discovered three stages set up across Jean-Drapeau Island, a short metro ride from downtown Montreal. The festival offered a wide range of food options, including fresh fruit vendors roaming the grounds all weekend—an excellent touch. Free water stations and occasional giveaways of bottled water added to the convenience. Even the alcoholic beverage vendors had relatively small lines, which was impressive given the massive crowds. With about a 5-7 minute walk between stages, there was plenty to explore and enjoy.
Up first
The first performance I caught was Montreal’s own “St. Laurent,” a duo who delivered a chill set as the crowd gathered at the Mirage Stage. Throughout the day, I found the Coca-Cola Stage consistently had a great vibe and wasn’t overly crowded. Vladimir Cauchemar, known for his signature skull mask, delivered an unexpected show with smoke cannons and pyrotechnics, making it one of my favorite sets of the weekend.
On the main stage, known as the Oasis Stage, Fafa Khan gave an incredible performance. The Oasis Stage was notably high off the ground (about 30 feet), which seemed odd at first but made sense for the 10,000+ audience members in the back. I managed to squeeze my way closer a few times to fully immerse myself in the festival experience. I ended Day 1 at the Coca-Cola Stage, where Wooli’s special performance had the crowd decked out in “Montreal Expos” jerseys. The crowd was so packed that moving back to the main stage was challenging due to the throngs of people.
Closing it out
To close the night, I caught GIMS, a Congolese artist and the only singer-songwriter of the weekend. GIMS delivered an electrifying set complete with pyro from start to finish. His performance resonated with the Quebecois crowd, who sang along to several of his songs. Finally, DJ Snake, known for hits like “Turn Down for What” featuring Lil Jon and his collaboration with Justin Bieber on “Let Me Love You” (with over 2.2 billion Spotify streams), took the stage. The crowd was packed, and DJ Snake didn’t disappoint with his hit-filled set and impressive stage effects.
Sunday
On Day 2, I was better prepared, having a list of artists I wanted to see and a better understanding of the festival layout. The crowd was noticeably larger and more energized earlier in the day compared to Day 1. The Mirage Stage was filled well beyond the platforms, a stark contrast to the previous day.
Starting out
My first stop was to see Laval, Quebec’s Dubstep artist, Stoned Level. I was pleasantly surprised by his performance, which made me appreciate dubstep more with its intense bass and heavy breakdowns.
Throughout the day, I hopped between stages again. Timmy Trumpet’s set was a highlight, blending electronic music with live trumpet performances. Though his set was briefly interrupted by wild weather, he ended with a memorable moment—smashing a bottle over his head.I also caught Level Up, a rising star in the EDM scene who recently released a single with DJ Diesel, aka Shaquille O’Neal. Giolo & Assia, a young Italian duo on a world tour, delivered a relaxed performance with live singing, which I enjoyed.
Returning to the Mirage Stage, I was excited to see Loud Luxury. Despite the rain, the crowd donned ponchos and enjoyed their set. As the night progressed, the area in front of the main stage became packed, with artists like ZEDD and the highly anticipated Tiësto taking the stage. Tiësto’s set, featuring fireworks and a massive crowd at the Oasis Stage, was a fitting end to an incredible festival.
What an event
Overall, Île Soniq was a success. Between the diverse food options, enthusiastic crowd, and stellar performances, it was an unforgettable weekend.
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