The Do Lab heads north for Symbiosis (Sept 19-23

Published: August 8, 2013

STS9 and Shpongle added to Symbiosis Gathering 2013 Lineup

The mad scientists who produced last year’s epic Pyramid Eclipse in Australia present Symbiosis Gathering 2013 (#SG13) at the Woodward Reservoir Regional Park in Northern California on September 19th to 23rd, 2013. The five-day camping festival features a massive lineup over four main stages playing a diverse array of live and electronic music, global and galactic bass, house, gypsy, sacred and world fusion. The gathering coincides with the Harvest Full Moon, the Autumnal Equinox and the International Day of Peace.

Just announced headliners include ambient techno/trance project Shpongle and iconic electro jam band STS9, joining over 200 cutting edge musical acts from around the world, including the much anticipated US debut of Iamamiwhoami, smooth eletro-pop outfit Poliça, post-dubstep mastermind Mount Kimbie, Hudson Mohawke and Lunice of TNGHT, the celestial R&B of Active Child, the hard hitting RL Grime, the new wave of techno/bass heavy house producers from France Gesaffelstein, Popof, and Brodinski as well as San Francisco House pioneer DJ Garth, English producer and breakbeat pioneer Adam Freeland, retro-electronic producer Star Slinger, Chet Faker, avant-cabaret troupe Vau de Vire Society, remix wizard Ryan Hemsworth, the eclectic bass sounds of Gaudi, Random Rab and Emancipator, plus many more.

Get the complete lineup by visiting SymbiosisGathering.com/lineup.

Spend five days in an alternate reality teeming with mesmerizing musical performances, cutting edge entertainment (including the first ever Edwardian Ball Roadshow), transformational workshops, a diverse array of yoga and dance classes, world-renowned visual arts and large-scale art installations, ancient wisdom teachings, and gourmet organic food. This is an experience of green living in action backdropped by the crystal waters of the surrounding lake which attendees can swim in.

This year, the main stage will have a beautiful original design courtesy of Josh Flemming, one of the founders of The Do LaB and Lightning in a Bottle music and arts festival, who are internationally-renowned for their ability to create awe inspiring installations that blur the line between a work of art and a fully functioning stage.

The Edwardian Ball Roadshow sets sail on its maiden voyage LIVE at Symbiosis Gathering 2013 – enter into a magical world of theatrical entertainment with an eccentric assortment of music, aerial acrobatics, circus acts, offbeat fashion and "ballroom" dancing. This is the first time that San Francisco’s legendary Edwardian Ball will be transported to a festival. Be a part of it all – dress elegantly in Edwardian period attire, creative goth, stylish steampunk or beautifully bizarre costumes inspired by Edward Gorey. Join the co-hosts of The Edwardian Ball, avant-cabaret troupe, Vau de Vire Society, and the Pagan Lounge ensemble, Rosin Coven. Plus sonic evocateur Delachaux, dirty electro swing DJ Shakti Bliss, electric-shovel virtuoso Shovelman, The Klown Korps, Fou Fou Ha, exotic steam machinery by Kinetic Steam Works and an elaborate fashion show by Dark Garden Corsetry. Come experience the Edwardian Ball Roadshow, a window into their whimsical world returning to SF and LA, Winter 2014.

Symbiosis Gathering casts a wide net in drawing from the vibrant and artistic movement that the San Francisco Bay area is well known for and brings in sustainable initiatives and practices to the forefront of the festival experience. Measures include a reusable dish program in the dining area, a Zero Waste policy, procuring environmentally-friendly sources of energy and materials, and educating about sustainability through various educational workshops and activities.

"The foundation of this event is built around principles of ecological, global, and holistic awareness," noted Karen KoChen of Symbiosis Events. "Our team has brought together an eclectic program to bring these concepts to life in an interactive, co-creative, and highly innovative way."

As a recap from last years’ gathering, Symbiosis has released a video featuring 2012 headliners James Blake, Beats Antique, Pantyraid and Little Dragon performing together.