Heroes Festival Allgäu 2024: Lineup for August 23-24 in Buchenberg
The Heroes Festival in Buchenberg is gearing up for its second edition, with a total of 17,000 hip-hop fans expected to attend. This year’s lineup is set to feature a mix of well-known artists and some controversial figures as well.
According to Heroes project manager Vincenzo Sarnelli from the organizer Goodlive, this year’s festival will see a shift towards more German rap and less pop music. Last year, at the debut of the open-air event, artists like „Apache 207“ and the band „01099“ took the stage.
For the upcoming festival on August 23 and 24, familiar faces in the German hip-hop scene will grace the Allgäu Concerts Arena stage in Buchenberg. Artists such as Sido, the Hamburg rapper Bonez MC, and Domiziana, who rose to fame on the platform Tik Tok, are set to perform. Around 8,500 hip-hop fans are expected to attend each evening, with tickets still available for purchase.
A mix of up-and-coming musicians and established artists was the goal of the festival’s booking team, according to Sarnelli. The lineup aims to showcase a range of lyrical, pop-infused, and harder-hitting hip-hop styles. Artists like Bonez MC and Gzuz, who are part of the controversial group 187 Strassenbande, fall into the latter category, known for stirring up controversies surrounding drugs and violence.
Despite their controversial reputation, Sarnelli notes that both Bonez MC and Gzuz remain popular among music fans, as evidenced by surveys conducted among Heroes Festival attendees. As for any potential incidents at past events featuring these artists, Sarnelli reassures that there have been no issues thus far. He points out that Sido, who was once associated with the controversial Aggro Berlin label as a gangster rapper, has since evolved his image over the years.
In addition to the headline acts, the festival lineup includes artists who have made a name for themselves beyond the realm of hip-hop. Domiziana, for instance, gained traction with her track „Ohne Benzin“ on Tik Tok, while artist Juju found solo success post her rap duo SXTN, with hits like „Vermissen“ and „Vertrau mir.“
Acts selected for the Heroes Festival 2024 have been tailored to suit the specific audience in the Allgäu region. Artists like Tream, who blends rap with party hits and describes himself as a „Dorfkind“ (village child), are chosen to cater to the diverse tastes of festival-goers. Sarnelli emphasizes the importance of bringing together people who may not typically cross paths through the variety of acts featured at the festival.
The Heroes Festival series also extends to other locations such as Freiburg, Geiselwind, and Hannover, with each event’s lineup curated to suit the local audience. Collaborating with concert promoter Allgäu Concerts has helped garner greater acceptance for the large-scale event in Buchenberg. Neighbors have even leased out their fields to serve as camping areas for festival attendees.
Last year, the picturesque setting on the outskirts of Buchenberg received praise from visitors, bands, and the organizing team. Despite some challenges due to inclement weather, lessons were learned to better prepare for such situations in the future, such as securing parking areas against heavy rainfall.
In Conclusion,
The Heroes Festival in Buchenberg is set to return for its second installment, promising a diverse lineup of hip-hop acts to entertain the crowds of fans. With a mix of established names and rising stars in the German rap scene, the festival aims to cater to a wide range of musical tastes. By bringing together artists from different backgrounds and styles, the event seeks to create a sense of unity among attendees. The organizers have taken steps to address past issues and improve the overall experience for all participants, ensuring a memorable and enjoyable weekend for everyone involved.