With HARD Summer touching down in LA in just a few short weeks, we’ve compiled a list of this year’s must-see house artists!
HARD Summer continues to be a staple summer festival year after year. With a stellar lineup full of top-tier talent and rising artists, as well as a grand return to Los Angeles, the 2023 edition of the festival is set to bring some major heat to Southern California August 5-6. Taking place between LA Memorial Coliseum, Exposition Park, and BMO Stadium, HARD Summer is sure to bring an extra treat to attendees with the unique layout of all of its stages.
One thing that always sets HARD Summer apart from other events is its diverse lineups. No matter the year, you’re sure to get a heavy dose of bass, house, rap, and so much more from a wide range of performers. Whether you’re headbanging to the likes of ISOxo and PEEKABOO, shuffling to the tunes of Nala and Hayden James, or vibing to Kid Cudi and 21 Savage, there truly is an artist for everyone on the lineup.
Not sure where to start? House is always a great place! Keep on reading, because we’ve compiled our list of five house artists whose sets you should definitely swing by at this year’s event. GA and VIP tickets for HARD Summer are now sold out. Shuttles, pre-party, afterparty, and cabana tickets are still available via FrontGate.
Nala
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Nala gives it her all wherever she performs. She has worked her way up from underground nightclubs to renowned festivals like EDC Las Vegas, Ultra Music Festival, Coachella, and Outside Lands. Heavily backed by Claude VonStroke and his Dirtybird Records imprint, Nala has proven herself more than capable of going the distance. Her fresh beats and energetic aura will have any crowd on their feet shuffling away to her set. Nala has achieved a lot in a short period of time. The only way is up for her, so be sure to swing by her set to see her in action.
Blossom
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This girl boss has quickly blossomed her way to the forefront of the scene. Blossom is a treat for anyone who listens, and how could you not fall in love with her? With her signature hot pink hair and fiery house tracks that have made their way onto labels such as Night Bass, Bite This!, and IN/ROTATION, Blossom is quickly becoming a household name. The producer is in the middle of a summer tour with shows in cities across the country — like Charlotte, Tampa, Nashville, and Denver — so be sure to catch her when she makes a stop in Los Angeles at HARD Summer.
Mija
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Mija plays by her own rules. Whether she’s DJing solo or as one half of the duo SO TUFF SO CUTE with GG Magree, this headstrong artist plays her heart out to the beat of her own drum. Tracks like “I’m With The DJ,” “Groove,” and “NO RULES” with bloody white have resonated well with fans as they capture Mija’s contagious, carefree vibe. She also often sings or lends her voice to her own releases as well as those of other artists like Kill The Noise on “Within The Boundaries” and “Never Learn;” with Seven Lions; and on “one more day” with San Holo and Mr. Carmack. Whether she’s bumping house-fueled heaters or leaning into her “f–k a genre” mantra, you’ll definitely want to catch the diverse Mija this year at HARD Summer.
Noizu
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It wouldn’t be a party without Noizu. His house heaters will absolutely demolish this HARD Summer crowd, raising the temperature up for what is sure to be an unforgettable set. Iconic tracks like “Summer 91 (Looking Back),” “Slow Down,” and “Dance,” among others, are sure to blast through the HARD Stage speakers when he be performs there on Saturday. The vibes are always high at any Noizu set, and this time will be no different. Make a note to pay him a visit when he returns to HARD Summer this year.
CHYL
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Originally from China but now living in Los Angeles, rising speed house producer CHYL is rapidly making a name for herself in our scene. She boldly left a career in finance to take a leap into producing full time, and she is proving to everyone that it was the right move. CHYL has been touring around the country as of late, supporting artists like Habstrakt and Knock2 with Brownies and Lemonade. She has also garnered support from acts like Wuki and Ghastly as well as Steve Aoki, her inspiration. Her high-energy releases and trendy, race car-themed ‘fits have accelerated into the hearts of fans. Race over to her set on Saturday at the HARD Stage for a dose of 150 bpm. You will not be disappointed.
