A Guide to Somewhere Festival’s 2025 Conferences, Speakers, and Sets

Somewhere Music Festival and Conference 2025 (formally known as Elsewhere) is quickly approaching, with its second annual edition going down on June 13th and 14th in Wichita, Kansas. Billed as a place where both fans and creators of music have an opportunity to step away from the noise of the world, the unique event mixes live performances, engaging and interactive discussions, and mindful thinking in the name of guiding attendees to a place of clarity and community.

With its artist lineup and official conference schedule now unveiled, Consequence is breaking down the most exciting opportunities the weekend has to offer. From detailing can’t-miss sets to highlighting what are sure to be insightful panels and workshops, here’s everything you need to know heading into Somewhere Music Festival and Conference 2025. And if you haven’t yet, don’t forget to snag yourself a pass.

The Music Festival: Who’s Playing Somewhere Festival 2025?

BigXthaPlug, Flying Lotus, Suki Waterhouse, and deadmau5 will serve as the headliners for Somewhere Music Festival and Conference 2025. Additional performances come by way of acts like Shannon & The Clams, La Luz, Aloe Blacc, Cassian, Tinlicker Live, Lyrics Born, EMBRZ, Elise Trouw, and Jerry, among others. Check out the daily lineups below.

Somewhere Festival 2025 Sets to Catch

When it comes to the sets we’re making sure to catch, it all starts with Friday’s headliners. BigXthaPlug has skyrocketed in popularity to become one of the (no pun intended) biggest names in modern hip-hop for a reason. His on-mic charisma and Lone Star State attitude are downright infectious and always make for a rousing show. Then, there’s Flying Lotus, easily one of the most influential producers and sonic experimentalists of the 21st century. Need we say more?

Elsewhere on Friday, we’re excited to bask in the funky vibes of Lyrics Born, the indie pop talents of Tommy Newport, and the whacked-out rock stylings of Jesus Christ Taxi Driver.

Once Saturday rolls around, there’s the obvious star power of deadmau5 and Suki Waterhouse. Even as the fonts get smaller, though, there’s no shortage of exciting names. For starters, we’ll be making sure not to miss the surfy and slightly psychedelic wonder of La Luz, the punk grime of Die Spitz, the vintage DIY magic of Shannon & The Clams, and the indie rock goodness of Morpho.