About:
EXIT Festival is a renowned annual music festival held in Novi Sad, Serbia. The festival occurs at the Petrovaradin Fortress, a historic venue providing a unique and captivating backdrop for the performances.
Famous For:
EXIT Festival is known for being a beacon of social activism, promoting human rights, environmental sustainability, and social responsibility.
Creation Purpose:
The festival was founded by a group of university students in 2000 as a form of protest against the government of Slobodan Milošević and the oppressive regime in Serbia at the time.
The name "EXIT" symbolized the collective desire for a better future and the hope of "exiting" from the political and social turmoil. The founders envisioned the festival as a platform for promoting freedom, unity, and positive change through music and culture.
Fun Facts:
EXIT Festival holds the title of being one of the longest-running music festivals in Southeast Europe, with its first edition taking place in 2000. It has since grown into a massive event, attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors worldwide each year.
Impact on the Music Industry:
EXIT Festival has had a significant impact on the music industry, both locally and globally. The festival has played an important role in reinvigorating the Serbian music scene by providing a platform for local artists to perform alongside internationally renowned acts. This exposure has helped boost the visibility and recognition of Serbian musicians on a global scale.
Festival was scheduled from 06 Jul to 09 Jul 2006 (3 day(s)).
EXIT Festival takes place in Novi Sad, Serbia. Here is the full address of the festival: Petrovaradin Fortress 21000 Novi Sad, Serbia
David Guetta, Billy Idol, Pet Shop Boys, Morrissey, The Cult, Franz Ferdinand, Hernan Cattaneo, The Cardigans, Moonspell, Madball.
The most popular genres and subgenres of the past edition were:
rock
electronic
pop
alternative
electronica
alternative rock
metal
dance
punk rock
hardcore
indie
techno
hard rock
house
new wave
post-punk
electro
progressive
progressive rock