2025 SHAKER LINEUP •
2025 SHAKER LINEUP •
Main Stage Artists
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The Funk Hunters
In a sea of carbon-copy producers, The Funk Hunters have cultivated their signature sound by creating forward-thinking electronic music that is influenced by old school funk, soul and hip-hop.
As longtime friends, collaborators, and multi-dimensional artists, Nick Middleton and Duncan Smith’s chemistry is perfectly aligned. Middleton steers the band’s studio efforts, having produced, co-written, and mixed their debut album, TYPECAST. And Smith anchors the project’s live show with an indefatigable charisma that compliments Middleton’s thoughtful production. Together they combine their powers as DJs, resulting in a brilliant technical display of creative collaboration between 4 turntables.
Their vision has resonated with both listeners and industry tastemakers alike, with their music amassing over 50 million track streams across their catalog of original productions, remixes and collaborations. Winners of the Electronic/Dance Artist of the Year at the Western Canadian Music Awards, The Funk Hunters also reached #1 on the Billboard Dance Club Chart with an official remix of U2's "Love Is Bigger." Their catalog also includes other official remixes for Big Gigantic, Gramatik, Opiuo, Haywyre, The Polish Ambasador, Dub FX, Selena Gomez, and Imagine Dragons.
In addition to studio work, The Funk Hunters enjoy a vibrant global touring career with major festival plays at Coachella, Life Is Beautiful, Lightning in a Bottle, Electric Forest, Osheaga, Outside Lands, Burning Man, and Shambhala. They consistently play to the biggest dance floors in the world - frequent collaborator Chali 2na of Jurassic 5 fame has called them "the selectah's of the century."
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Rêve
In an electrifying debut that has set pulses racing, the Canadian sensation Rêve emerges on the brink of her Saturn Return. This monumental debut album, dropped late last year under the banners of Universal Music Canada and Astralwerks, serves as a radiant ode to the past, present, and future of dance music. With each lyric, Rêve pays homage to the genre's origins and pioneers, white simultaneously asserting herself as its bold new voice. Saturn Return isn't just an album; it's a journey through emotional depths and sonic brilliance, cementing Reve's status as a transformative artist who reigns supreme on the dance floor.
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Mark Woodyard
Often referred to as a “Human Jukebox”, Woodyard’s knowledge of music spans effortlessly across eras and genres. A multi-talented musician who uses looping machines, his voice and guitar, Woodyard is best known for his wide array of genre-bending covers that showcase his vocal range and eclectic sound creating truly unique and dance-inspiring performances. With no two shows sounding the same, Woodyard’s improv-esque style is reminiscent of a Reggie Watts and Marc Rebillet lovechild - a multi-instrumentalist who captivates audiences and sparks dancefloors seconds after taking to the stage.
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THAT'S GOOD
THAT’S GOOD is a DJ and producer based in Victoria, BC, known for delivering infectious, bass-heavy, and groove-driven house music. With over a decade immersed in the dance music scene, he has shared the stage with major names across Canada and beyond—earning a reputation for high-energy sets and magnetic stage presence.
Blending deep basslines with funky rhythms, THAT’S GOOD crafts a signature sound that ignites dance floors from clubs to festivals. His productions are bold, dynamic, and unmistakably fun designed to move bodies and lift spirits.
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Alick Mac
Alick Mac is a rapper, singer and songwriter based in the Comox Valley. His honest, vulnerable lyricism defines Alick's style. His music often explores heavy subject matter, as evidenced by his award-winning single "Easier to Shout," which tackles masculinity. Another distinguishing feature of Alick's artistry is his versatility, as demonstrated by recent releases such as "500 Days", a soft, melancholic piano ballad, and "6 Feet Deep", a soulful boom-bap that blends energetic flows with hard-hitting punchlines.
In 2024, Alick finished 2nd place in the Music In Motion Canada awards. In May 2025, Alick won the Zatzoo Project Battle of the Bands in Port Alberni. The following month, he performed at "Lullaby Festivalen," a showcase/music festival in the south of Sweden.
After Hours Party
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Dunks
Dunks (aka Duncan Smith) is a dynamic DJ, producer, and multimedia artist reshaping the sound of the global electronic scene. Best known as one-half of the acclaimed duo The Funk Hunters and a core force behind the soulful Lazy Syrup Orchestra, Dunks masterfully blends funk, soul, hip-hop, and electronic music into immersive, genre-defying sets that light up dance floors around the world. From headlining international festivals to curating intimate, heart-driven performances, Dunks bridges live instrumentation with deep electronic grooves and stunning visual storytelling. His signature long-form DJ sets take audiences on unforgettable journeys, earning him millions of streams and a dedicated global fanbase.
During the pandemic, Dunks turned to Twitch to build a thriving digital community, raising over $100,000 for charitable causes through interactive live streams. His innovative remote broadcasts, often featuring custom visuals and unique locations, have further cemented his reputation as a forward-thinking creator at the intersection of music, tech, and culture.
A champion of collaboration and connection, Dunks continues to push boundaries while staying rooted in community and creativity.
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Neon Steve
Neon Steve has carved out a reputation as one of Canada’s most influential House Music artists, amassing over 50 million streams worldwide. Hailing from the Pacific Northwest, he holds the title of Beatport’s top-selling Canadian Bass House artist of all time. His self-described sound— “House Music That Bangs!”—pushes boundaries with a high-energy blend of Tech House, Bass House, Techno, and beyond.
Known for explosive tracks and undeniable dancefloor appeal, Neon Steve’s releases on top-tier labels have earned consistent support from global heavyweights, including Kaskade, RL Grime, Tchami, Malaa, Dr. Fresch, Dillon Francis, Zeds Dead, Matroda, and AC Slater. His music continues to thrive across streaming platforms and social media, with viral moments and fan-favourite remixes helping fuel his growing influence on the scene.
Loaded with an arsenal of originals, collaborations and remixes lined up for release in the coming months, 2025 is looking to be yet another big year for Neon Steve.
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Stickybuds
Hailing from the vibrant West Coast of Canada, Stickybuds (Tyler Martens) is a globally respected DJ, producer, and turntablist with nearly two decades of touring and music innovation under his belt. A staple in the international electronic scene, he’s brought his high-energy, genre-fusing sets to over 25 countries—lighting up legendary stages at Burning Man, Shambhala, Envision, Glastonbury, and We Love Space Ibiza.
With over 70 releases to his name, Stickybuds seamlessly blends funk, reggae, drum & bass, and broken beats, creating a signature sound that’s both infectious and deeply original. His music has been featured in major franchises like Spider-Man and Star Wars, while also dominating underground dance floors and festival sound systems around the world.
A 19-year veteran of Shambhala Music Festival, Stickybuds’ annual mixes have become iconic—packed with exclusive edits, live turntablism, and expertly curated selections. During the pandemic, he launched The Different Strains Show on Twitch, building a loyal global fanbase and cementing his place as a leading tastemaker and digital innovator.
Back in full swing, Stickybuds continues to release boundary-pushing music, tour internationally, and deliver unforgettable performances to fans across the globe.