Last week, All Points East dropped news of an exclusive collaboration with the legendary electronic duo Chase & Status at East London's iconic Victoria Park. Paying homage to the UK’s current electronic music scene, the duo have handpicked a killer lineup including Overmono, Sammy Virji, and Nia Archives.
Since its first run in the summer of 2018, with headliners LCD Soundsystem, Catfish and the bottlemen, The xx and Björk, All Points East has established itself as one of the greatest London based festivals. This year we see it host headliners Barry Can't Swim, RAYE, The Maccabees, and Chase & Status who bring RTRN II DANCE to Victoria Park. With multiple stages, food trucks, ferris wheels and pop up bars, you’ll be certain to find your summer 2025 defining track and more.
Previously held as a three-day festival in Tenerife, Chase & Status are bringing RTRN II DANCE home to London for one day on Saturday 16th August. The genre blending duo have become a household name, renowned as pioneers in pushing the boundaries of electronic music. Combining elements of drum and bass, grime, dubstep and hip-hop, alongside their unmatched production, the duo are sure to curate an ecstatic atmosphere at All Points East this year.
“Bringing RTRN II DANCE to Victoria Park this summer is massive for us and to do it with these artists is super exciting for our hometown. We’re ready to bring the energy and make it a night to remember with everyone who’s been on this journey with us.”
For RTRN II DANCE’s UK debut, Chase & Status have pulled together some of the finest acts in the UK electronic music scene. First on the line-up are the distinctive future garage brothers, Overmono. The duo have accumulated a series of innovative club EPs and a debut studio album ‘Good Lies’, with their breakthrough track ‘So U Kno’ becoming the sound of the dancefloor. Their unique sound and esteemed live performances have made Overmono one of the most popular names in the contemporary electronic music scene and a must see act.
Following his sold out Brixton Academy gigs, Sammy Virji is bringing his dynamic track selection to Victoria Park this summer. His high energy performances blur the lines between house, UKG and bassline. Playing exciting and unpredictable sets jumping from crowd pleasing anthems, to his latest releases like ‘Damager’, audiences will sense a hint of nostalgia in the air amongst the elation.
Returning to All Points East after her last run at the festival in 2022, everyone’s favourite new-gen junglist Nia Archives is back to provide the best in breakbeats. Her sonic live performances are what set her apart, with her soulful melodies, connection to the music and bond with the audience on display. There’s a reason why UP YA ARCHIVES always sells out.
All Points East’s RTRN II DANCE collaboration is shaping up to be an unmissable day. The line up so far boasts some of the best acts in electronic music, having just added the likes of ShyFX, Jyoty B2B Ahadadream and Dimensions. In the capable hands of Chase & Status, I’m sure there’s even more to come.
Tickets on sale:
Amex Presale - begins 10am, Monday 10th February until 9am, Wednesday 12th February
Artist Presale - begins, 10am Wednesday 12th February
General On Sale - begins 10am Thursday 13th February
Available from: https://www.allpointseastfestival.com/
Can’t wait , such a varied lineup ! Love it