James Blake DJ B2B Mala

One of the few artists alive who can say they helped invent a new genre in the 21st century, Mala’s name is almost synonymous with dubstep. In the early 2000s, as a member of the ground-breaking crew DMZ, his mystical, plummeting sound captured the imagination of a generation of ravers. As dubstep evolved globally, so did his desire to lead fans to the roots of soundsystem culture and – alongside a cohort of fellow musicians, label-heads, DJs, promoters and punters – seek out new horizons. At our 10th festival edition, Mala will join forces with another groundbreaking artist whose 15-year career has made him a most sought-after collaborator: the heart-rending (and -mending) singer, universally acclaimed songwriter, and genre-transcending record producer, James Blake. When these two artists take the decks together, expect a Dekmantel B2B of the most iconic and sky-soaring proportions.

Sunday, 4th of August