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![Miami’s first transformational festival, Fractal Beach | February 2nd – 4th, 2018 [#DroolMode]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/42288c5f-fractal-beach-2018-full-lineup-poster.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Art
Starting out 2018 with a jump on the festival schedule, the second installment of Fractal Beach is here to tempt you. With an impressive lineup of music, live art, and panel speakers, we’ll give you a few reasons to put Fractal Beach on your sights this weekend. Artist highlights include Exmag, a supreme electronic funk […]
![Dazed & Enthused: A Desert Daze Experience [Festival Review]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/0927-e1516135062564.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Festival Coverage
“What…what the fuck are we doing out here in the middle of the goddamn desert?” —Dr. Gonzo Every time I go out to the desert I can’t help but think of the opening scene of Fear And Loathing In Las Vegas, where Raoul Duke and Dr. Gonzo are tripping out on acid in the […]
Electronic
After making a relocation to the larger Pima County Fairgrounds, Gem and Jam Festival have triumphed once again in beating the obstacles. As music lineups begin to roll out and festival announcements hit the feeds everyday, the team behind Gem and Jam Festival rolled up their sleeves and hand-picked a meticulous lineup of talent to […]
![Heroines, Heroes, and Big Sends from REEL ROCK 12 at the Nectar Lounge | December 27th, 2017 [Event Review]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/Garage-Doors.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Festival Coverage
A line wrapped around the corner of the Nectar Lounge and extended down the street in the Fremont District. The chilly weather posed no threat to Seattle’s climbing community who showed up in droves clad in state-of-the-art outdoor apparel, which namely comprised of poofy down jackets. The crowd ranged from toddlers to the elderly and […]
![The Emerald Cup 2017: Keeping NorCal’s MMJ Industry Organic | December 9th + 10th, 2017 [Event Review]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/workingemerald.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Festival Coverage
Through a series of synchronicities, I ended up at the Emerald Cup in a working capacity. Offered a gig with Meadow MD by a friend, I was in charge of wristbanding all attendees with Proposition 215 credentials.
![THE SUMMER CAMP OF DREAMS RETURNS: Elements Lakewood 2018 [#DroolMode]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/saucy1.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
East Coast
From May 25th – 27th 2018 the BangOn! crew will be bringing back their Elements Festival to Northeast Pennsylvania for some Memorial Day Weekend festivities. This was one of our top fests of 2017 and we’re beyond stoked for its return. As we anxiously await the lineup, we do have knowledge on some confirmed aspects […]
![Hillberry 2017 : Nothing But Smiles For Miles [Festival Review + Photo Gallery]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/24259731_10212504345376710_436984215_o.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Festival Coverage
“Be good to yourself, be good to each other, protect your mother, love your brother” – Deadhead Productions Several weeks ago, approximately three thousand enthusiastic fans flocked to a pristine, pastoral place in Arkansas called The Farm with that mantra in mind. The Farm is a sprawling 160 acre multi-purpose campground/concert venue near Eureka Springs, Arkansas […]
Festival Coverage
We are very excited to present to you EXCLUSIVE Zach Deputy video content brought to you by Compose Yourself Magazine as well as some tour talk with Zach Deputy! The video below, shot by talented contributor Nick Bogannam from the time that he was on tour with Zach Deputy in Wooster, MA the day before Thanksgiving to his […]
![Snowboard on the Block comes back to the Mile High for 5th Year in a Row | October 14th, 2017 [Ticket Giveaway + Event Preview]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/SOTB.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Festival Coverage
It’s that time of year again – Denver has been blessed with its first snow of the season, and Snowboard on the Block is the perfect kick off to celebrate. The industry’s freshest brands alongside already established top vendors will be in attendance with new gear for the upcoming season, as well as some of […]
![6 Sets Not to Miss at Hillberry Festival; THIS WEEKEND October 12-15, Eureka Springs, Arkansas [Event Preview]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/19756669_2314047725486195_6204699735438708334_n.png?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Festival Coverage
Hillberry Harvest Moon Festival is THE festival to be at the weekend of October 12th-15th. Presented by Deadhead Productions and Railroad Earth, Hillberry happens at the unique private land dubbed The Farm in Eureka Springs, Arkansas. Graced with the best in Americana, Bluegrass, Folk, Soul and more, Hillberry’s lineup is every Bluegrass lover’s dream. The […]