Nashville might be known as Music City for its country roots, but every August, Deep Tropics transforms it into a neon jungle of bass and EDM. On August 15–16, Bicentennial Park will become a world where music lovers gather to celebrate connection, sustainability, and, of course, incredible performances.
This year’s lineup is stacked across four immersive stages. On the Meru stage, fans can catch heavy-hitters like Chris Lake, Lane 8, Chris Lorenzo, Disco Lines, plus a special guest closing set from Cloonee. Over on the Lotus stage, the vibes get intense with Alison Wonderland, Subtronics, Liquid Stranger. The Congo stage brings deep grooves from Dusky, Riordan, Will Clarke, Icarus. Finally, the Deep Culture Speakeasy serves up a more intimate energy with Equanimous, Femme House, Lincoln Jesser, Ruby Chase, Savej, and Shivarasa, all hosted by Madame Gandhi.
On top of the music, Deep Tropics it’s also one of the most sustainable festivals in the country, with a mission to leave Nashville greener than it found it. Between the beats, the art installations, and the vibrant crowd, this festival is a two-day journey into a tropical, bass-fueled utopia.
#1: Lane 8
Listen: “Road,” “The Deep,” “Fingerprint”
Similar artists: Yotto, Ben Böhmer, Rufus Du Sol
When they are playing: Day 1, Meru Stage, 630pm
Lane 8, the melodic house visionary behind the This Never Happened Movement, masterfully invites fans to stow their phones and surrender to the music. With his signature cinematic soundscapes and gorgeously paced builds, his drops land like the golden-hour sun. Whether you’re drawn to the immersive ambience or the collective connection of a crowd swept up in the moment, missing his Deep Tropics appearance would mean passing on one of the most transporting performances of the weekend.
#2: Chris Lake
Listen: “Somebody,” “Ease My Mind,” “Toxic”
Similar artists: Fisher, Green Velvet, Sonny Fodera
When they are playing: Day 2, Meru Stage, 930pm
Chris Lake has been dominating the tech house scene with groovy basslines and a relentless knack for crafting tracks built to keep you locked on the dance floor. With his highly anticipated new album Chemistry out now, Lake is riding a fresh wave of momentum. At Deep Tropics, expect a masterclass in pacing with sultry builds, unexpected drops. Whether you’re already a tech house devotee or just ready to lose yourself in the groove, catching Chris Lake is a guaranteed highlight of the weekend.
#3: Alison Wonderland
Listen: “iwannaliveinadream,” “I Want You,” “Get Started”
Similar artists: What So Not, San Holo, RL Grime
When they are playing: Day 1, Lotus Stage, 945pm
Alison Wonderland has always been a driving force in bass-infused emotional electro, and her current tour schedule, taking her from Deep Tropics in Nashville, and continuing through icons like Phoenix’s Shaq’s Bass All-Stars , Metamorphosis in Orlando, Evolutions in New York, Zouk in Vegas, and Tahoe Live, she’s bringing full-throttle energy to every stage. Combine that live momentum with the Ghost World LP now available for pre-order, and it’s clear her creative circuit is pulsing with fresh sonic colors and visceral emotion. This makes her Deep Tropics presence one not to miss.
#4: Subtronics
Listen: “Final Breathe,” “Black Ice,” “Griztronics”
Similar artists: Excision, Ganja White Night, Zeds Dead
When they are playing: Day 2, Lotus Stage, 945pm
Subtronics continues to dominate the electronic music scene with his high-energy, bass-heavy sets, recently electrifying the crowd at Ultra Music Festival Miami earlier this year. This fall, he’s hitting major cities across the U.S. and Europe, including stops at Lost Lands Music Festival, The Sphere in Las Vegas, and the iconic Bill Graham Civic Auditorium in San Francisco. Fans in Europe can catch him in vibrant cities like Antwerp, London, Budapest, Paris, and Amsterdam throughout September and October.
#5: Dusky
Listen: “Careless,” “Keep On,” “Skin Deep”
Similar artists: Bicep, Gorgon City, Hot Since 82
When they are playing: Day 1, Congo Stage, 645pm
Dusky’s sound is a seamless blend of house, techno, and deep atmospheric textures, creating music that’s both hypnotic and uplifting. Weaving warm melodies with crisp, driving percussion, crafting an immersive groove, the sound invites listeners to lose themselves in the moment. Following the release of their acclaimed 2024 album Echoes in Motion, Dusky has been on a global tour hitting major festivals and venues across Europe and North America. Their upcoming set promises a blissful, transportive escape, a perfect balance of emotion and energy amid the festival’s vibrant chaos.
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