Jungle and Wallows to headline Shabang’s Laguna Lake stage in May
This is a cross-published piece with Mustang News. More information can be found here.
On Thursday, Shabang released its lineup for the 2025 Shabang Live Music and Arts Festival, with headliners Jungle and Wallows.
The festival is set to take place from May 2-3 at the Dairy Creek Golf Course to celebrate its 11th year on the Central Coast.
This marks Shabang’s third year at the Dairy Creek Golf Course, which will feature a combination of fresh indie names and electronic artists such as Goth Babe, Odd Mob, Kream and more.
In addition to the live acts, Shabang will bring back its renowned workshops, immersive art installations and community camping experience at El Chorro Regional Park Campground.
Early bird tickets went on sale in December 2024 and general admission tickets can be purchased at the Shabang website starting Feb. 27 at 11 a.m. You can sign up to be notified when ticket packages are live, here.
Taking the stage
Acclaimed alternative artist Briston Maroney will share the stage with Nashville musician Goth Babe as well as indie powerhouse Slow Pulp.
Among the four main stages of Shabang, Cuesta Ridge and Laguna Lake will host upcoming rock acts The Kilans, Mind’s Eye and the San Diego-based Foxtide, commonly recognized for their breakout track “She’s Not Yours.”
The Funk Safari stage will spotlight coveted and imminent dance music fixtures like OMNOM, Aluna and the rising electronic name Linska, with her innovative song “Bad Boy.”
Serbian-born producer kryptogram and house music devotee GUDFELLA will also grace the stage with Nervous Records’ Loofy, Russian DJ LEISAN, RaeCola and more “up-next” house stars.
Beyond the sound
Movement and wellness workshops will return to Shabang with offers including sound baths and yoga. Silent Disco lovers can also expect a stacked set of house and electronic music near the University stage occurring throughout both days.
As for food and beverages, attendees can explore pop-ups from local food vendors, wineries and breweries. With the return of Shabang’s camping experience, festival-goers can indulge in morning yoga, exclusive acoustic sessions and green walks in the San Luis Obispo Botanical Gardens. The El Chorro Regional Park Campground is a 5-minute walk from the festival grounds, keeping campers close to the party, play and rest.
VIP passes will start at $379 and are available starting Feb. 27 at 11 a.m. General admission tickets start at $239 and camping/ tent packages are available on the website now.
For more information, visit shabangslo.com and KCPR’s 2024 coverage.
