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Oliver Koletzki and Nico Schwind join Splashy Fen Electric Boma lineup

International headliners, Oliver Koletzki and Nico Schwind have been added to the Splashy Fen Electric Boma lineup, which features a diverse range of DJs and producers.

With performances around the world, Koletzki, a Berlin-based producer, DJ and label owner, will bring 26 years of experience to the rolling foothills of Underberg.

Oliver Koletzki
Oliver Koletzki

Koletzki’s protégé and wunderkind Schwind is known for his deep love for and close bond to house music; and has three captivating house albums under his belt.

Other DJs and producers set to perform at the Electric Boma include the likes of The Kiffness, The Bantwanas Act, Veranda Panda, Felix Brendel, Chunda Munki, RudeBoyz SA and more.

“We are thrilled to be able to bring big names with musical clout to our fans at Splashy Fen. Each year we endeavour to do bigger and better things in terms of the music and entertainment we provide, as well as the festival experience as a whole,” says festival director Stu Berry. “Having said that though, our main focus is still very much on empowering and providing a platform for local artists, both known and unknown. It has, and always will be, a part of Splashy Fen’s core values.”

Nico Schwind
Nico Schwind

2017 lineup

Over 200 local and international musicians will perform for fans across five unique stage areas throughout the four-day festival. The Splashy Fen 2017 confirmed lineup includes Australian megastars, The Temper Trap, The Springbok Nude Girls, Jeremy Loops, The Kiffness, The Parlotones, The Subway Run, Jack Parow, The Kickstands, December Streets, Desmond and the Tutus, Rowan Stuart, Don’t Poke The Bear, Nibs van der Spuy and more.

The bustling boma and dance floor area is situated a fair distance away from the main camping site and family campsite areas to ensure all camping fans are catered for in terms of noise levels.

Tickets

Splashy Fen 2017 will take place over the traditional Easter weekend from 13-16 April. Tickets are available at www.splashyfen.co.za.

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