HARD Summer Music Festival Unveils Expansive 2025 Lineup for Inglewood Return

HARD Events has officially announced the highly anticipated music lineup for the 2025 edition of the HARD Summer Music Festival, signaling its return to Inglewood, California, on August 2-3, 2025. The prominent electronic music festival is set to take place at Hollywood Park, the sprawling entertainment complex adjacent to the iconic SoFi Stadium and the YouTube Theater.

A Blend of Global Talent Across Genres

The headlining acts for the 2025 iteration underscore the festival’s commitment to showcasing a diverse range of sounds. Topping the bill are acclaimed artists Dom Dolla, known for his infectious house beats; Feid, a leading figure in the Latin urban scene; Gesaffelstein, the enigmatic purveyor of dark techno; and Kaytranada, celebrated for his unique blend of hip-hop, R&B, and electronic influences. This quartet of headliners promises a dynamic and varied experience for attendees.

Deep Dive into the Full Artist Roster

Beyond the headliners, the newly revealed lineup features a comprehensive array of talent spanning the electronic music spectrum alongside notable figures from Latin and Hip-Hop genres. The roster reflects the festival’s identity as a major platform for both established and emerging artists.

Attendees can expect performances from a formidable list of electronic artists including the intense techno sounds of 999999999, Alignment, I Hate Models, Deborah De Luca, Sara Landry, and Nico Moreno. The lineup also features intriguing B2B sets such as KI/KI B2B [artist to be announced] and Tape B B2B Mersiv, indicating unique collaborative performances.

Experimental bass music is represented by artists like PEEKABOO and Crankdat. Drum and bass and jungle enthusiasts can look forward to sets from Bou and Hybrid Minds. The sophisticated sounds of artists like Four Tet and Floating Points live, Overmono (DJ Set), Joy Orbison, Marlon Hoffstadt and Malugi, Prospa, Narciss, and Funk Tribu further enrich the electronic offering.

Adding to the genre diversity, the festival welcomes legendary figures from other scenes, including Jamaican dancehall superstar Sean Paul and Hip-Hop icon Juvenile & The 400 Degreez Band, ensuring a broad appeal that goes beyond traditional electronic boundaries.

Hollywood Park: The Venue and Experience

The choice of Hollywood Park as the venue for HARD Summer 2025 marks a return to the complex that has hosted the festival in recent years. Located in Inglewood, CA, the venue provides a vast and modern setting capable of accommodating multiple stages and large crowds. Its proximity to major Los Angeles landmarks like SoFi Stadium and YouTube Theater enhances its accessibility and prominence as a major entertainment hub.

This location offers logistical advantages and the potential for enhanced production capabilities, contributing to the overall festival experience. The complex’s design allows for various stage environments, from massive main stages for headlining acts to more intimate settings for underground electronic sounds.

HARD Summer’s Legacy in Los Angeles

Established in 2008, the HARD Summer Music Festival has grown to become a cornerstone of the North American festival circuit and holds the distinction of being Los Angeles’ largest electronic music festival. Over its history, it has consistently pushed boundaries, booking diverse lineups that reflect the evolving landscape of electronic, hip-hop, and other contemporary music genres.

Its evolution from smaller venues to the expansive grounds of Hollywood Park mirrors the growth of electronic music culture in Southern California and globally. The festival is known for its high-energy atmosphere and has become a summer staple for music enthusiasts.

Anticipation Builds for August 2025

With the full lineup now public, anticipation is building for the August 2-3, 2025 weekend. The combination of prominent headliners, a deep and varied supporting lineup across multiple genres, and the established large-scale venue at Hollywood Park positions HARD Summer 2025 as a major event on the global music calendar. Further details regarding tickets, schedules, and other festival amenities are expected to be announced in the coming months by HARD Events.