SUNSET LIVE DJ & LIVE CONCERTS
To make the most of the vibe and the view, two music stages will be set up this year.
The first will host DJ sets facing the ocean, as the sun stretches out its last rays. And the second will take over for live music concerts blending gnawa, reggae and soul sounds.
Sound Sisters
Founded in 2022, Soundsisters Morocco is revolutionizing the music industry by creating an inclusive space for female DJs across Morocco. With over 60 participants from 7 cities, the country’s first female DJ collective is committed to tangible progress towards equality in electronic music. Their mission is clear: to provide a safe environment where women can freely experiment, collaborate and showcase their talent to enable more diverse line-ups. The collective’s initiatives include a DJ school, Booking & Management services, guest lectures/podcasts with renowned female DJs, and events fostering connections within the community.
Led by Maria Malasangre and managed by Souad Kadi, the collective (Soukaina Elaklaa, Khadija Benzakri and Sara Timi) strives to make the music industry more inclusive and diverse, one rhythm at a time.
Youbana
Created in Agadir in 2019, the Youbana group draws on Gnawa, issamgan and Amazigh repertoires, while injecting rock, funk blues and afro-groove. The group is made up of 5 exceptional artists, each bringing his or her own distinctive touch to this captivating musical adventure.
DJ AB
In 2010, Ayoub Boukhalef, a Moroccan with a passion for house music, decided to form his own band, inspired by his favorite artists David Guetta and Swedish House Mafia, and performed his first concerts on stage at the age of 15. He continued his career as a DJ under the name DJ AB. During his tours, he drew crowds to impressive concerts in France, Portugal and Spain. He moved to Malaysia to discover new horizons, and performed in Kuala Lumpur and Thailand, winning over a new audience in the Far East.
YOUSSEF HARRAR
Youssef Harrar, born in Agadir in 1982, is a Moroccan artist deeply rooted in his country’s musical tradition. From an early age, he was immersed in the sounds of traditional music, which shaped his love and mastery of the art. In a career spanning more than 20 years, he has distinguished himself as a talented guitarist, singer and passionate performer. In the late 90s, he formed his first band, Nagadif, before founding Mouja Vibrations in 2006, with whom he explored new and innovative sounds, combining his Reggae, Dub and Amazigh influences, to great success in Morocco. In 2024, he returns to the stage solo, exploring his Rock, Reggae, Ghernati and Dub influences, offering performances that reflect his rich musical background and dedication to music.
Dub Inc.
Dub inc has toured all over the world for many years, regularly playing in front of tens of thousands of spectators, setting the stage ablaze in the largest European and French festivals, thrilling South American and Indian audiences alike. Their videos get hundreds of thousands of views in daily, and they are followed on social networks by more than six hundred thousand fans. Blending Reggae, Dancehall or world music, Bouchkour and Komlan embody the band’s voices in styles as different as they are complementary. They pass on a universal message whether the language of their song is French, English or Kabyl (an algerian language) insisting on how important mixed race and the mixing of styles are. The Saint-Etienne based musical group have never sought a particularly mainstream exposure; they went their own way, building their discography with passion, talent, and focus. Perhaps that is why they have been for now twenty years the best ambassadors of French reggae across the globe.
@MOST
@MOST (“Atmost”) is an artist and DJ from Tiznit, active since 1995. His nearly three-decade career includes roles as radio host and programmer, which have enriched his musical skills. Eclectic, he explores various genres such as EDM, House, Fusion, Trance and World Music. As a VJ, @MOST has participated in numerous festivals in Morocco, captivating audiences with dynamic and visually impressive sets. His unique style is a harmonious fusion of diverse genres, creating an immersive experience. Always on the lookout for new influences, @MOST incorporates innovative elements while remaining true to his roots. His career, marked by diversity and innovation, has made him a respected and admired figure in the world of electronic music.
MELLOW MOOD
Mellow Mood is a reggae band formed in 2005 in Pordenone, Italy, by twins Jacob and LO Garzia. Their collaboration with producer Paolo Baldini has shaped their unique sound. Their self-produced debut album Move! (2009) quickly gained international recognition. Thanks to their intense live performances, they were voted best Italian reggae band and third in Europe by Rototom Sunsplash that same year. In 2012, Mellow Mood signed with La Tempesta Dischi and went on to enjoy a string of successes with the albums Well Well Well (2012), Twinz (2014), and Large (2018). Their sixth album Mañana (2022), which includes international collaborations, testifies to their commitment to authentic, modern reggae.
DSZ JOE
Dsz Joe is a Tamraght-based dj and producer whose specialty is creating and fusing melodic techno sounds with Afro-influenced sounds.
The driving force behind numerous projects, Joe is an emblematic figure in the Agadir region.
Hasba Groove
Hasba is a Moroccan fusion band that emerged in the town of Safi in 2006. It started out with the simple idea of digging into the depths of social reality, both simple and complex, to create lyrics that are committed and rooted in reality. The aim of this innovative group is to bring a modern touch to traditional music without compromising its authenticity. Indeed, by introducing rock arrangements, electric instruments such as bass, guitar and synthesizer, and soaking up the rhythms of chaabi, pop, electronic music, gnawa, salsa, jazz, reggae and rock, the group generates music that reflects a coherent marriage of modernity and authenticity.