Five Artists Not To Miss at El Dorado 2023
El Dorado Festival 2023
6th – 9th July, Eastnor Castle, Herefordshire
El Dorado – the legend of the lost Columbian city of gold. Thousands of years ago the tribal chief of the Musica people would cover himself in gold dust before offering treasures to the sacred goddess of Lake Guatavita. The gold represented the energy contained in the trinity of Chiminigagua; constituting the creative power of everything that exists, and the legends speak of a wondrous city coated in this gold. The search for the lost city has been relentless and yet to this date its location remains a mystery.
But now, there’s no need to search for El Dorado in Columbia because in July 2023 – El Dorado is coming to you.
Amongst the fields and forests of Herefordshire’s beautiful Eastnor Castle Deer Park, the stunning peaks of the Malvern Hills cresting the horizon, El Dorado Festival 2023 is boasting their most exciting line-up to date. The festival will take you on a musical expedition from Techno to RnB, Hip Hop to House and Jungle to Disco – no stone is left unturned. There are artists performing over 20+ stages ready to soundtrack your summer celebration – but here are five legends we know you won’t want to miss.
Sampa the Great
Sampa Tembo – AKA Sampa the Great – is a Zambian singer, rapper and songwriter. Her music is an eclectic mix of abstract Hip Hop beats, spiritual neo-soul and electronica inspired by her African roots. A global star supported by industry heavyweights such as Ebro Darden, Annie Mac and Zane Lowe, her success goes from strength to strength. Her latest album As Above, So Below was released in September 2022, following the success of The Return for which she was nominated for the ARIA Music Awards Album of the Year in 2020.
Jelani Blackman
The London rapper, singer and songwriter is a multi-faceted artist whose raw musicality, baritone growl and soulful touch creates powerful tracks and unforgettable live shows. Following the release of his first EP in 2016 he has collaborated with the likes of the Gorillaz, Ghetts and Fraser T Smith; for an artist who has only been in the studio full-time for two years, his music has alreadytaken him to dizzying heights.
Gardna
Bristol MC Gardna is renowned for his strong stage presence and unmatched wordsmith skills; his sound a melting pot of Hip Hop, Reggae, Dub, Grime and Jungle. Performing across the world his trademark rapid-fire bars and incendiary live shows have built him a solid reputation in the world of late nights and big bad sounds.
Eva Lazarus
Birmingham born singer/songwriter and MC Eva Lazarus released her second full-length studio album, Brandy Kisses, in September 2022 and has performed on festival stages across the world Hailed as one of the UK’s most exiting vocalists her music spans genres from Reggae to DnB, Hip Hop and Soul, featuring her bold vocals and empowering lyrics.
p-rallel
The West London talent p-rallel brings an easy-going blend of soulful dance, feel-good music and reggae-jungle fusion. At the ripe old age of 22 the man is more than just a DJ, making a name for himself throughout the pandemic with his DIY approach to music and producing diverse tracks with incredible vocalists and musicians.
With a staggering line-up of over 300 artists, what more could you look for in a summer festival? On site camping, glorious local foods and craft beers, wood-fired hot tubs overlooking the mystical waters of Treasure Island lake? Stand up-comedy, not one but two karaoke stages, circus workshops and disco dodgeball? Yoga and meditation sessions, fireworks, hammocks, dodgems and a ferris wheel? El Dorado 2023 has it all. For the ultimate escape to a festival you’ll never forget – look no further.
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Words: Hannah Lily
