Breakaway Bay Area was once again hosted at Bill Graham in San Francisco. It was an unforgettable weekend that united fans under the stars with some of the hottest acts in electronic music. With a lineup that celebrated diverse genres, and international talent, Breakaway Bay Area solidified itself as a must-attend for both seasoned festival-goers and new fans alike.

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Unstoppable Headliners: Marshmello and RL Grime

Setting the bar high,  Marshmello and RL Grime took Breakaway’s stages to new levels.

On Friday, Marshmello’s set created an incredible vibe with his signature uplifting beats and crowd-pleasing tracks that kept fans on their feet. We got to hear the classics like Alone and Happier, while bringing in new tech house tracks to add a different feel to his set.

Saturday night, RL Grime took over with an unforgettable bass-heavy set that had everyone’s adrenaline racing. His performance was a bass-lover’s dream, featuring signature tracks and remixes that shook the festival grounds. It was a treat getting to hear Smack Talk out live, and seeing everyone’s reactions to the old classics like I Wanna Know. It was definitely a moment where you knew Trap was back.

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The Exclusive Debut of JADED’s New Track

One of the festival’s standout moments was the performance by JADED.

JADED chose Breakaway Bay Area as the platform to debut their newest track, bringing their UK culture overseas. The track was released on the very day they took stage, giving fans the ultimate treat: hearing the song live for the very first time. it was clear that debuting their new single at Breakaway held a special meaning for them. Their performance was electrifying, capturing the audience’s energy and amplifying it with every beat.

The crowd’s reaction? Unforgettable.

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Incredible Acts: Wes Mills, Blanke, JOYRYDE & Habstrakt, INZO, and Nitepunk

Breakaway’s lineup was stacked with artists bringing something special to the table. Wes Mills and Blanke brought their unique sounds, tearing it up in the second stage. It was Drum and Bass all night in the second stage, but Blanke somehow made the genre feel fresh and new with the song choices he had, playing with the energy and flow without having to play a repeat of BADADAN for the 10th time that weekend.

JOYRYDE & Habstrakt blended their gritty bass styles, setting the stage on fire with their intense beats. Their energy is infectious, jumping around on stage and vibing off of each other – you can’t help but smile and bounce around with them. INZO and Nitepunk added their own spin, keeping the energy high and the fans captivated. INZO in particular had an extremely artistic blend to his sound, utilizing the lazers to create textures that you can hear and see – it was something you’d have to be there to witness.

New Favorite Artists: Alok, and Wreckno

Alok’s hypnotic set captured the crowd. He was able to blend a lot of different genres from Hip Hop classics, to Drum and Bass, to Tech House, creating an incredibly fun set to dance to. Wreckno left a lasting impression, their infectious energy quickly winning over new fans. Wreckno had a mix of Tech House, Trap and Hip Hop – adding that bounce to the set with some flair and attitude. By the end of the weekend, these artists were the ones to watch.

Till Next Time

Fitting an incredible stage and experience within Bill Graham is always a treat, and San Francisco festival goers are always lucky to have this venue and the infectious crowd. It’s only been their third year in the Bay, and it already is bringing some heat.

If you missed out, prep your calendars and get ready for next year!