Mincy’s captivating bass-driven sets traverse a mash-up of grime, bassline, dubstep and speed garage flavours sure to get you moving. Her self-run label ‘Extra Spicy’ showcases underground Australian bass artists, while Mincy’s impressive release schedule spans a range of labels including Shall Not Fade, Revolver Upstairs, Sub Merchants, All Colours, Fantastic Voyage and Erbium Records. Bass faces at the ready!
A renowned figure amongst the Eora underground, Caleb’s music matches his personality: magnetic, vibrant and joyful. With a groove-laden and psychadelic take on house that has seen him garner both support and shows across the country, Caleb’s recent output (the ‘Jam Hot’ EP on Sweatrz Records) has reached the Beatport top ten and received the nod from the likes of Jamie Jones, Joseph Capriati, Franky Rizardo, Mikey Lion and more – not bad for an artist who regularly plays sets comprised of 100% his own records, remixes and bootlegs. A lesson in how not taking things seriously can lead to serious dance floor moments
With deft fingers, Crybaby sculpts soundscapes that traverse a rich fabric of house and techno. From afro bass and up tempo hip hop, her hypnotic rhythms have been smashing dance floors nationwide. Noting a tone of experimentation, Crybaby delves deep into idiosyncratic beats distilling raw sound into emotional gold. With past support duties including SKIN ON SKIN, Jarreau Vandal, Masego, ASAP Ferg & Tyga we can’t wait to see what she brings to the valley!
Seamlessly blending genres from disco to house, techno and a sprinkling of trance, Jacqui’s DJ sets mix nostalgia with innovation. As the visionary behind ‘GiRLTHING’ – the iconic and long-standing LGBTQIA+ collective and party – Jacqui’s talents have taken them to stages like Lost Paradise, Circuit Festival in Barcelona and Pony Boy in NYC; not to mention a captivating closing performance to 50,000 punters for Sydney World Pride on Bondi Beach. Captivating audiences for over a decade, this dance dynamo brings the energy to the Lost Paradise this December.
Psychadelica by way of Gadigal Country: Velvet Trip – aka Zeppelin Hamilton and Clayton Allen – blend jangly guitars, swirling synths and growling bass with a nod to Air, Khruangbin and Tame Impala. Tapped to tour Australia in support of Daft Punk-collaboraters Parcels, the pair’s mutual love of the Blues and a serendipitous introduction has evolved into something entirely their own. With their forthcoming debut album ‘Harmony Blooms’ set to arrive in late 2023, Velvet Trip is an ever-evolving entity moving in unexpected directions. Take a trip.
The breathy allure of Sloan Peterson is pure romance. Having supported The Kooks while racking up millions of streams, Sloan’s charming and quirky earworms fuse with 60s era guitars and her idyllic poetry to craft numbers tailor-made for a spin on the Glenworth Valley floor. Charming and quirky, her taunting synths and cheeky melodies will bring you into the new year with class.
Sydney’s loudest collective of liberally-dressed scallywags boast an impressive history of some of the most colourful and creative parties the city has ever seen. Returning to Lost Paradise after hosting their own stage in 2018, Conspiracy are also an accomplished label and inclusive mix series that spotlights DJs from around the world.
Hard, fast, exhilarating. Nomad Radio host, DJ and producer Caitlin Medcalf brings nothing but energy when she steps into the DJ booth. With a Boiler Room, Splendour In The Grass, Beyond The Valley and multiple Lost Sundays performances to her name, there’s just one thing left to do: go faster, go faster!
Troy Beman has spent the last seven years honing his craft in some of Australia’s most notorious nightclubs, cutting shapes and sharing the stage with the likes of Honey Dijon, Camelphat, Midland and more. A classically trained pianist from his school days, Troy brings his sparkle to the national dance music community and arrives home to Lost Paradise after relocating to the UK to strut his stuff across Europe, including a residency at London’s infamous XOYO.
Modern pop stylings that wash skyward aided by rhythmic, house-infused chords and bold, immersive vocals: this is Pirra, Wollongong’s seductive four-piece who blend infectious melodies with inspired disco patterns. Having teamed up with producers such as Konstantin Kersting (Tones & I), Roy Kerr (London Grammar), and most recently Sam Littlemore (PNAU) – who produced the highly acclaimed 2021 release ‘Never Apart’ – Pirra’s brand of synth heavy, indie-pop is built for the festival stage.