Primavera Sound Barcelona and Madrid 2023: A Spectacular Expansion
What does it take for one of the largest festivals in the world to become even grander? The answer lies in its expansion. Welcome to the extraordinary phenomenon of Primavera Sound Barcelona and Madrid.
Following two years of despair, Primavera Sound triumphantly returned to Barcelona last June, delivering an awe-inspiring spectacle that this colossal festival has come to be known for. Over the course of twelve days and nights, nearly half a million people gathered to witness a lineup of unparalleled magnitude.
The festival showcased a diverse range of artists, spanning from '90s indie icons to contemporary pop superstars, as well as pushing the boundaries of electronic underground and featuring Billboard-topping American rappers. With events taking place across venues of varying sizes, from a cozy 250-capacity city center club to the sprawling 95,000-capacity Parc del Fòrum, Primavera Sound truly left an indelible mark.
Now, you may wonder, how can a festival surpass the splendor of that monumental post-pandemic extravaganza on the shores of the Mediterranean? The answer is simple: by transforming into two festivals. Allow us to introduce "I'll be your mirror," an extraordinary celebration of music featuring over 200 artists. This unique event will span two consecutive weekends, captivating audiences in both Barcelona and Madrid. And what a lineup it boasts!
Prepare to be enthralled by a trifecta of British electro icons from the 1980s: Depeche Mode, New Order, and Pet Shop Boys. Meanwhile, the American urban music scene will be well represented by renowned artists such as Kendrick Lamar, Pusha T, Baby Keem, and NxWorries. The local stage will be dominated by giants like Rosalía and Bad Gyal, while indie music will be showcased by the likes of Blur, St. Vincent, The War on Drugs, and The Mars Volta. Furthermore, electronic music will once again take center stage, featuring exceptional talents such as Four Tet, Fred Again.., Skrillex, Avalon Emerson, Daphni, Jayda G, Kelela, Overmono, and Hudson Mohawke. This astounding lineup will perform in Spain's two largest cities across two consecutive weekends, promising an unforgettable experience.
The full festival tickets for Primavera Sound Barcelona 2023 and Primavera Sound Madrid 2023 grant access to the main event days, which will be held at Parc del Fòrum and Ciudad del Rock, respectively.
Additionally, ticket holders will have the opportunity, subject to capacity, to attend the renowned Primavera a la Ciutat, an urban festival format that brings the most exciting sounds of today to various venues and concert halls in Barcelona and Madrid, as well as the captivating Brunch-In closing party. Both programs will operate with a pre-booking system, ensuring a seamless experience for attendees. Further details regarding this system will be announced in the near future.
Spanning a remarkable 620 kilometers and featuring a lineup more impressive than ever, Primavera Sound 2023 is poised to be the most extraordinary edition yet.