Relentless Beats brought Goldrush Music Festival back to its roots this past weekend, returning to the Rawhide Event Center in Chandler, Arizona and sparking nostalgia for longtime attendees who used to mosey through the iconic western town.
This two-day festival had a stacked lineup, massive production, and countless details that tied the experience together. From the artists and vendors to interactive activities, there was always something to see, do, or enjoy.
Production and Design
Across two days, the festival showcased over 80 artists on five stages, all paired with immersive production. A wide range of genres were represented, from dubstep, riddim, and house to experimental bass and trance. There was something for every kind of dance music fan!
Golden Gorge and Pioneer Peak stood tall as the two main stages, each built with three sections of massive LED screens, CO2 cannons, lasers and pyrotechnics.
Other stages included The Hideout, presented by BeatBox Beverages; a three-channel silent disco hosted by Geekbar; and the Sound Cabin art car, brought to life by Trulieve.
The production across every stage featured some types of vibrant LED screens, lighting rigs with spotlights, lasers, and fog effects. Each stage carried its own unique theme, creating an atmosphere designed to immerse attendees.
Stacked Lineup
The Goldrush lineup left little to the imagination, showcasing industry heavy hitters alongside rising talent and local Arizona artists.
Each day at Goldrush kicked off with fresh talent like Ghidorah, Turbo, Ema, Pat Riot and Tavatli.
Golden Gorge featured heavy-hitters including Excision, Crankdat, Benny Benassi, and a show-stopping Illenium B2B Zeds Dead set. Over at Pioneer Peak, fans were treated to a unique roster with artists such as Arius, Getter, DRINKURWATER, and a powerful Versa B2B Mvrda performance.
The Hideout showcased artists like Chasewest, Kyle Watson and LF System, while the Mission Patio Silent Disco kept the beats rolling with sets from Nghtout, Livviep, Hvllow and others.
Each act delivered a curated performance that kept the energy high and the crowds moving all night long! Goldrush radiated an incredible vibe that everyone could feel.
Fan Experiences
Fans also had plenty of chances to connect with the artists beyond the music! Meet-and-greets were up for grabs with names like Steller, Sub Zero Project, HI-LO, and Nikita, the Wicked.
Attendees could also win unique experiences. These included playing “Frick French Blackjack” with Wax Motif, a BeatBox Beverage taste test with Kompany, 2v2 beer pong with Versa and Mvrda, a dining experience at Samurai Saloon with Infekt, or even a round of Mario Kart at 1UP with Dennett.
There were also plenty of dedicated hangout areas for attendees to recharge away from the crowds, along with tons of photo opportunities throughout the venue. Festivalgoers could even discover a hidden bar tucked inside Mission Patio or take a ride on the Ferris wheel for a view of the festival grounds.
VIP guests were treated to the exclusive Glamour Garden sponsored by Fascinations, which featured on-site hair braiding by T. Bearshield. This area also offered a kandi-making station, air-conditioned restrooms, premium viewing sections, and private food and beverage vendors.
Final Details
Rawhide provided free general parking, as well as designated ADA and premium parking areas. A separate rideshare lot and set system helped keep attendees and drivers safe and organized.
The box office was conveniently located, and security lines ensured a smooth entry with minimal wait times. VIP and ADA guests had their own dedicated entrances.
Throughout the venue, Relentless Beats Rangers were on hand to assist attendees, whether it was providing water, offering a fan to cool down, or directing guests to the ranger outpost for a quick break.
Stay connected with @RelentlessBeats on all social platforms for the latest updates on future festival announcements and information.
All photos taken by Alexander Peet.
