Kicking off from September 25th to 28th at the Radisson Collection Hotel in Bodrum, Turkey, the Tales of Arcadia festival is gearing up for another round of boundary-blurring electronic vibes. This year’s roster packs in heavy hitters like Guy J, the Israeli progressive house maestro whose emotive tracks have landed him gigs from Amsterdam to global stages since his early twenties, and Super Flu, the German tech house duo known for their organic grooves and Monaberry label releases. Joining them are Santi & Tuğçe, the award-winning Turkish pair blending afro-latin rhythms with soulful electronic edges, fresh off their 2022 Best Electronic Artist nod; Depart, the UK electronic duo crafting wave-making dancefloor cuts; alko, NYC’s melodic soundscape specialists; Austin Ato, Scotland’s house producer infusing disco and afrobeat pulses; Aytek Dorken, Istanbul’s melodic techno vet with over a decade of deep sets; Corn & Cotton, the Turkish duo mixing eclectic flavors; DIBIDABO, Russia’s ethnic-groove experimenter; Mike Spirit, a Russian house icon running Highway Records; Nohan, UK’s deep house ambient fusionist; Tuba Twooz, the nuanced house live act on labels like Lost & Found; Veronika Fleyta, the London-based deep house selector with jazz piano roots; and the Yaaz b2b Zoe Dona set promising collaborative fire.
The music slate dives into a spread of progressive house hypnotics from Guy J, experimental tech courtesy of Super Flu, and organic downtempo all designed to shift from chill introspection to peak-time floor movers. Beyond the decks, the fest layers in art drops like the Hidden Elements collective’s underwater and open-air galleries, featuring snorkel-accessible myths from sculptor Onur Çanka and local fine art winners with live performances culminating in a closing-day overhaul. Then there’s the Healing Resonance Portal for sound baths, Kundalini yoga, and shamanic dances, plus circus flow arts led by Gustavo Ollitta, all while guests tap into hotel perks like pools, spa, and beach volleyball.
Fedor Sarokvasha shared: “We curate a lineup that avoids commercial sounds, creating an atmosphere where people stay present, not distracted by phones, but fully immersed on the dance floor. That energy feeds back to the artists, making every set unforgettable. And all of this happens in one of the most underrated natural gems, Turkey’s Muğla Province. With its crystal-clear waters, pine forests, and a stunning coastline, it’s a true privilege to host our guests in such a breathtaking environment.” Fedor Sarokvasha had this to say: “We’ve noticed how art content is influencing our guests. It’s like a first portal or touch point for them to feel different and excited when they first come to the festival. Art has the power to open your soul, and your inner child starts talking. And each year, we build an impressive art playground for that child.“
Lineup
Music:
Headliners: Guy J | Super Flu | Santi & Tuğçe | Depart
Alko | Austin Ato | Aytek Dorken | Corn & Cotton
Dibidabo | Mike Spirit | Nohan | Tuba Twooz
Veronika Fleyta | Yaaz B2B Zoe Dona
Art:
Underwater Art Gallery by Hidden Elements & Onur Çanka
Fine Art by Gözde Can Köroğlu, Vasilisa Chugunova, Sarp Öngor, and more
Open-Air Art Gallery by Hidden Elements
Media Art Installation & Sand Art
Healing:
• Live Sound Healing Concert (Lying Down Meditation)
• Kundalini Yoga Practices
• Ecstatic & Shamanic Dance
• Ethnic Song Circle
• Drum Circle
• Tea/Music Sessions
Date:
September 25th – 28th
Venue:
Radisson Collection Hotel, Bodrum, Turkey
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