CRSSD, you did it again.

Stepping into Waterfront Park for CRSSD Festival this weekend felt like a transformation where nothing mattered except for music, friends and figuring out how it’s possible to walk 30,000 steps in a single day. Yes—30,000 per day. The harbor, the skyline and constant stage rotation made for a lively, captivating environment all weekend long. 

The energy never stopped, and time flew by from beginning to end. Not a single set disappointed the crowd and each performance left people wanting more. Electrifying standout sets from It’s Murph, Jigits and, of course, Dom Dolla reminded people of why they love electronic music and its community so much.

Saturday started hot with Roux. Live vocals at EDM festivals always hit hard, as they ignite and unite the crowd; this was no exception. We grooved through the set, and when it came time for their iconic 2000s hit, “Bulletproof,” we could feel the energy shift. Everyone was singing, grabbing their friends and swimming in a pool of collective nostalgia. It definitely was a feel-good highlight of the weekend and an incredible way to kick it off. 

We kept on rolling with special guest Chris Lake at the “Ocean View” stage. Everyone quickly flooded in for this classic Chris Lake deep house set. He played hits such as “Ease my Mind” and “Turn Off the Lights,” getting the audience moving and singing. It was a set where each drop built on the last and mesmerized everyone into a cohesive groove. 

If you caught our pre-coverage article, we know you made it to Pegassi. He brought a set that sneaked up on you in the best way. We wandered to the “City Steps” stage between sets and were entranced by the music. His style was so unique and fresh, you couldn’t resist moving, even if you tried. As the set progressed, the crowd became increasingly packed by the second, as passersby stopped in their path to join the fun.

Of course, Odd Mob got us through the tail end of the second day and prepped us for the headliner, Dom Dolla. When my feet felt like falling off, Odd Mob’s beats stitched me back up. This sunset set gave a bit of edge and grit, which was a nice change of pace and a great transition into Dom Dolla’s dark house/techno style set.

In between sets, we bounced from stage to stage with minimal breaks and quick bites to power through—Tacos 1986 single-handedly saved me. Catching glimpses of the ocean view as seagulls glided overhead made for an unbeatable vibe. By the end of each night, we were exhausted, dusty, sun-kissed, but overall, sad it was over.

This stacked lineup of talented, well-established and up-and-coming artists made it easy to get lost in the music. When walking out Sunday night, we were already talking about next year as our feet hurt and ears rang.

CRSSD, you never disappoint!