Métropolis
Rhythmic Delights
August 23 & 24, from 11pm to 4am | MTELUS
The Métropolis series is dedicated to the more rhythmic and bewitching forms of electronic music, with a dynamic scenography. These two nights are the best options to enjoy until dawn while satisfying your artistic curiosity: Friday night is dedicated to techno music while Saturday is inspired by electro and house sounds.
Métropolis 1
Friday, August 23, 2024
Malibu FR
Amnesia Scanner & Freeka Tet FI/DE+FR/US - STROBE.RIP
Zoé McPherson & Alessandra Leone FR/DE+IT/DE - Pitch Blender
Evian Christ UK - Revanchist
Rhyw UK
Zoom on Amnesia Scanner & Freeka Tet
Amnesia Scanner and Freeka Tet present STROBE.RIP, an audacious auditory and visual exploration into the interplay of human and machine realms. This performance probes the impact of digital ecosystems on contemporary existence and live music experiences. Their unique blend heightens awareness of isolation within collapsing natural and informational environments, reflecting on survival in an increasingly digital society. Their creation resonates with distinctive, immersive soundscapes that challenge the boundaries of technology and art.
Métropolis 2
Saturday, August 24, 2023
Priori & Jek CA/QC+US - This But More
Factory Floor UK
Steffi NL+PT
Roman Flügel DE - Tracks on Delivery
Axel Boman SE
Zoom on Factory Floor
Factory Floor, composed of Gabriel Gurnsey and Nik Colk Void, energizes MUTEK Montréal with their blend of techno and post-industrial sounds. Known for dynamic live shows, they utilize electronics and live percussion, drawing from industrial and avant-garde influences. Their performances are an intense exploration of rhythm and texture.
Six days and nights of discoveries and immersive audio-visual experiences
The festivalgoers will have the opportunity to enjoy nearly 80 live performances presented at five iconic venues in the Quartier des spectacles: Les 7 doigts de la main, MTelus, Société des arts technologiques [SAT], Théâtre Maisonneuve at Place des Arts, and the Tranquille Esplanade, which once again hosts the free outdoor stage.
Explore our festival guide and prepare your visit to make sure you don't miss out on any of the festival's highlights.
