Following their recent Phase 1 announcement, Iceland’s Secret Solstice has announced its second wave of artists that will perform at the festival.
Now in its fifth year, Secret Solstice will once again take place during 96 hours of continuous sunlight over the summer solstice from June 21-24, showcasing the best in local and international rock, hip hop and electronic music in the world’s most unique festival setting.
Headlining Phase 2 are the iconic metal band Slayer who are on their Final World Tour, rapper Gucci Mane, and electro-pop group Clean Bandit who are all playing in Iceland for the first time. They also provide added diversity to the list of headline artists previously announced including Stormzy, Bonnie Tyler, Death From Above, Steve Aoki, Jet Black Joe, GRAMMY nominees 6lack and Goldink, J Hus, Charlotte de Witte, Skream, A-Trak, Masego, IAMDBB, Högni and Gentleman’s Dub Club.
Also set to perform are 13 local artists including a number of Icelandic hip hop and rap acts such as bubblegum trap queen Alvia, Cell7, Elli Grill, Geisha Cartel, Landaboi$, Ragga Hólm, Sprite Zero Klan, Vala CruNk, and Yung Nigo Drippin alongside pop talent Birgir and GDRN, rock group HAM, and semi-acoustic band Vio.
In addition, Secret Solstice has also announced limited availability of two luxury tickets: Oðinn and the c. With the Oðinn pass, fans will receive special treatment and amenities from arrival like priority festival access, entry to the new Oðinn pop-up lounge, complimentary food and drinks at the festival, backstage access, side event discounts, and more. While the super exclusive Package of the Gods offers the opportunity for fans wanting to enjoy their favorite artists in serious style. Encompassing everything offered to Oðinn members, the luxurious pass also includes helicopter transfers to glaciers and lava tunnels, complimentary access to all side party events, luxury accommodation for two, a private Icelandic dining experience and more amazing perks still to be announced.
A third wave of artists for the festival is set to be announced for Secret Solstice Festival 2018.
Early-Bird tickets for Secret Solstice Festival 2018 start at $187. Camping, VIP Early-bird tickets, limited availability Oðinn ($1,880) and Package of the Gods ($14,923) are also on sale through the Secret Solstice website.
