Five Rising Artists to Catch at Elements Festival 2025

Get to know the Elements 2025 lineup beyond the headliners. Here are five rising artists you don’t want to miss!

We’re just over a week away from Elements Music & Arts Festival‘s highly anticipated return to the Poconos on August 8-10. With anticipation building up to the release of set times, now is the perfect moment to make a last-ditch effort to dive into the artists that will be performing at the 2025 edition.

This year’s lineup is brimming with superb bookings including headliners Illenium, Sara Landry, Zeds Dead, Pretty Lights, Rezz, and deadmau5. Alongside these massive acts, Elements has procured an undercard worth raving about.

While the headliners are a draw for many attendees, there are countless talented acts to explore across the four festival stages. Read along for five standout rising artists to catch at Elements 2025.

Five Rising Artists to Catch at Elements Festival 2025

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Mary Droppinz

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Alyssa Johnson, better known as Mary Droppinz, has been shredding stages with her unique amalgamation of underground sounds. With roots in house and techno, the spirited producer explores an eclectic range of genres, including UK bass, breakbeats, electro, and acid. Recognized among the dance community as a highly skilled selector, Droppinz takes the crowd on a journey of unexpected delights, lighting up the dancefloor with her musical stylings. Prior to her performance at Elements, she will grace the coveted Perry’s Stage at this year’s Lollapalooza in Chicago.

Recommended Listen: “Fight”

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Paperwater

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Comprised of longtime friends Eddy Samy and Daygee Kwia, the dynamic duo of Paperwater is gearing up for an unforgettable set. Riding off the high of their debut Coachella performance this spring, they have been touring the US and beyond with their inventive blend of indie, electronic, and hip-hop. High profile collaborations with Rossi., BLOND:ISH, and late visionary Virgil Abloh have solidified them as rising tastemakers in the electronic music scene.

Recommended Listen: “Fantasy”

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Vincent Antone

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Vincent Antone is bringing the funk to Elements with an electrifying performance on the Earth Stage. The Austin-based producer has been on a tear, releasing multiple tracks under CloZee’s Odyzey Music. As a multi-instrumentalist, Antone shows off his guitar skills by shredding live in addition to playing keys. With upcoming appearances at Hulaween and GRiZMAS, the inventive producer is hitting his stride and shows no signs of stopping.

Recommended Listen: “SKYWALKER”

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Narasimha

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Tribal rhythms are making their way to the mystical Air Stage. Producing Indian tech house and Latin house, Narasimha is bringing his culturally diverse sounds to the shaded forest of Elements. While the rising DJ has previously showcased his worldly beats at Burning Man and Showcation, his Elements debut marks a milestone as his first major music festival appearance. Expect a high-spirited performance from the Indian-American artist featuring his best dance moves, as he pursues his mission of healing individuals through drumming, singing, and dancing.

Recommended Listen: “Fantasy”

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Eater

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If you’re a fan of dark and wubby soundscapes, Italian DJ and producer Eater should be high on your priority list. With releases on Wakaan, Cyclops Recordings, and Deadbeats, the talented producer has seen rapid growth in the dubstep scene. Along with racking up over one million streams on Spotify, his track “Chamber” has been played by the likes of Excision and Zeds Dead. As part of Saturday’s Water Stage lineup, Eater will have fans eating from the palm of his hand as he cooks up a set packed with his favorite IDs.

Recommended Listen: “Maker”