Music City came alive with bass and house music during the Deep Tropics 2024 festival, but beyond those thumping beats, a vibrant community came together in the name of environmentalism.
One of the festival's founders, Joel Atchison, called it “a bridge between party and purpose” during an interview with EDM.com Last month, that sentiment continued throughout the weekend, as mindful activations and workshops complemented full-throttle performances by artists on several stages.
Some of the musical highlights included Kaskade’s mesmerizing “Redux” set and a powerful performance from RL Grime. Cassian, Nora En Pure and Taiki Nulight also left the crowd speechless. Perhaps the most energizing set of the weekend was Tape B, who dropped hit after hit without stopping.
On Saturday night, the headliners' performances were interrupted by a raging storm. But that didn't stop PEEKABOO from giving Nashville a proper dose of bass music. He showed up at the Cannery Hall after the show to play b2b with Tape B and make up for lost time. The venue was packed from start to finish and was shaking as fans screamed in anger.
“I'm still thrilled by the energy we created,” said Deep Tropics co-founder Blake Atchison. “We doubled our previous attendance, while still maintaining an intimate atmosphere and a great fan experience. I'm so proud of our team, the park, the artists, and this amazing community. The highlight for me was seeing all the smiles.”
Some of Deep Tropics’ most exciting moments shifted the focus from music to environmentalism, highlighting regenerative solutions and community wellness. From conversations about eco-conscious consumption and cultivating intentional community to drum circles, yoga, and meditation, Deep Tropics offered a variety of impactful experiences to connect people to their community and their planet.
“2024 was a hugely successful year for Deep Tropics, filled with many firsts,” said Joel, whose event highlights included flash mobs from local dancers, ice bath activations, sound baths, and more. “Thursday’s Sustainability Summit exceeded all expectations, aiming to inspire the Nashville community beyond our core festival audience. Beyond three music stages, we embraced our pillars of education, wellness, art, style, and sustainability, offering new discoveries around every corner.”
“We had an incredible turnout at the Deep Culture event, with unforgettable speakers and facilitators,” Joel continues. “Seeing everyone shoulder to shoulder during the sunset breath walk on Saturday left me in awe. This was a true celebration of the diversity and creative talent of our region. Each year, it becomes even more clear that Deep Tropics is a bridge to unite and cultivate community.”
According to Deep Tropics, billed as “North America’s greenest festival,” the festival team diverts 96% of festival waste from landfills. They are also able to offset their carbon footprint with tree-planting initiatives.
Relive the magic of the festival through the Deep Tropics 2024 gallery below.
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