What’s better than a music festival with some of the most amazing bands on the planet? A music festival with some of the most amazing bands on the planet - ON A BEACH. Hangout Music Fest turned 5 this year, and we got front row, toes in the sand access to this raucous routine.
From morning until night, multiple stages set in Gulf Shores, Alabama entertain the masses. Bathing suits and sand, drinks and friends, and music all around created the perfect concoction of party and vacation in one. Giant beach balls, inflatable rafts, and festivalgoers were bouncing everywhere in sight. Some of the musical highlights included amazing performances by Outkast (!), The Black Keys, Tegan and Sara, Childish Gambino, St. Paul and the Broken Bones, Bronze Radio Return, Blackberry Smoke, Bastille, Fitz and the Tantrums, The 1975, Matt and Kim, and an insane kickoff dance party with Skrillex.
If you should decide to patronize this fest, make sure you come prepared. Long days in the sun do not mix with dehydration. Make sure you bring your water bottle, extra sunscreen, and a buddy. Schedule a frequent rub down, and enjoy the fact that you are, indeed, not a lobster. Plus, you absolutely have to make it through to the all the headliners’ sets.
All in all, this experience is truly unique. With nearby awesome accommodations for thosetravelling, a shuttle system to combat exhausting walks, and a great party with thousands of friends. It just doesn’t get better than this. In the words of Capital Cities dancy-beachy cover, Hangout … “Nothing Compares 2 U.”
See more photos from Mixtape Atlanta's awesome Hangout experience below.
