Zachary Lefevre

Los Angeles

Journalist at EDM Identity

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Six Can't-Miss Undercard Sets at Electric Forest 2025

2 weeks ago | edmidentity.com | Zachary Lefevre

Electric Forest is a few short weeks away, and there is so much to look forward to. From the natural beauty of the forest, interactive art, and thoughtful activations to the side quests, community, and music, this year’s edition of the festival is sure to be one of the most memorable yet. If hype wasn’t already at an all-time high, Electric Forest recently announced its final music additions as well as daily splits.
A Solo Traveler's Guide to Electric Forest

Mar 19, 2025 | edmidentity.com | Zachary Lefevre

If your favorite artists were performing in a forest 2,000 miles away and you didn’t have a group to go with, would you still make the effort to attend? Heck yeah! When the music calls we must answer, and Electric Forest is beckoning. Festival organizers did not hold back with this year’s lineup, enlisting some of electronic dance music’s biggest names. Headliners include Justice, Tiësto, Disclosure, FISHER, and, of course, The String Cheese Incident.
Young Franco Drops Funk-Fueled Debut Album And Tour Details

Jan 25, 2025 | edmidentity.com | Zachary Lefevre

Young Franco is no stranger to being the ultimate vibe setter. His catalog runs deep with funky originals like “Juice” and “Sun Moon” with Cabu and Noé as well as proper remixes of tracks like Becky Hill’s “Outside Of Love” and Rick James “Mary Jane“.
Music Prevails at Proper NYE/NYD Amid Logistical Faults

Jan 8, 2025 | edmidentity.com | Zachary Lefevre

FNGRS CRSSD has grown to become a leading festival producer in San Diego. They have played a major role in cultivating the electronic dance music scene, hosting major events like CRSSD that tap the world’s most sought-after artists. When FNGRS CRSSD decided to expand to include New Year’s events, I knew I needed to check them out.
Tap Into Your Feelings Ahead of PROPER NYE/NYD [Playlist]

Dec 23, 2024 | edmidentity.com | Zachary Lefevre

PROPER NYE/NYD is just around the corner, and there is so much to look forward to while we ring in the New Year in downtown San Diego. The two-day event will be held at Petco Park on December 31 and January 1 and host a variety of musical performances across four stages. This year’s edition of PROPER NYE/NYD will be soundtracked by some of 2024’s dance artists, including John Summit, Eric Prydz, Dom Dolla, Kaskade, Mau P, and Charlotte De Witte.
PROPER NYE/NYD 2024 Set Times and Essential Info

Dec 20, 2024 | edmidentity.com | Zachary Lefevre

PROPER NYE/NYD is nearly here, and it’s time to dial in all your last-minute details. The upcoming edition is set to take place on December 31 and January 1, and see FNGRS CRSSD transform Petco Park into a house and techno lover’s paradise. Multiple stages will boom with beats throughout the venue, while there will be a plethora of delectable bites to eat and bars to grab drinks at.
Lightning in a Bottle Drops Electric Lineup for 2025 Edition

Dec 3, 2024 | edmidentity.com | Zachary Lefevre

Transmission incoming! Beloved Southern California music festival Lightning in a Bottle is set to return to its home in Kern County for another monumental edition on Memorial Day Weekend (May 21-25). The hype for what’s to come next year has been surging over the past week after social media posts surfaced with lineup teases that tantalized those planning to attend. Today, the Do LaB finally satiated cravings by dropping the full Lightning in a Bottle lineup, and it’s stacked with talent.
Becky Hill Made Us Believers at The Novo in Los Angeles [Review]

Nov 16, 2024 | edmidentity.com | Zachary Lefevre

Becky Hill is undoubtedly one of the most powerful voices in the electronic dance music scene. From her huge hits, including “Gecko” with Oliver Heldens, “Piece of Me” with MK, and “Lose Control” with Meduza, to her collaborations with Andy C and Chase & Status, Becky Hill has an abundance of top lines in her repertoire. Becky Hill’s vocal range and exuberance on stage when performing live make her even more impressive. Having recently released her newest album Believe Me Now?
Louis The Child and Friends Shined on Their Day in the Sun in San Diego

Oct 12, 2024 | edmidentity.com | Zachary Lefevre

When a chance to attend a day party arises, one should lean into it, especially if it involves Louis The Child. The duo, Freddy Kennet and Robby Hauldren, recently released their fifth studio album, The Sun Comes Up, and embarked on an accompanying tour called A Day In The Sun. The tour would be a series of special daytime shows making stops in Seattle, Salt Lake City, and Morrison before touching down in San Diego. It doesn’t get much better than a daytime show at The Rady Shell in San Diego.
Does Ocean View Reign Supreme at CRSSD Festival?

Oct 4, 2024 | edmidentity.com | Zachary Lefevre

CRSSD Festival continues to cement its legacy in San Diego with each passing edition. Enlisting some of the world’s largest house and techno artists as well as live acts, this experience has become a staple in the community, and rightfully so. The lineups have an artfully curated balance of homegrown and international sensations.