Joji Head in the Clouds 2022

Saturday 03 December 2022 – Sunday 04 December 2022

Past festival

Jakarta, Indonesia

Line-up: Joji, Kaskade, Rich Brian, 88rising, NIKI, (G)I-DLE, Elephante, Jackson Wang, Yoasobi, BIBI, and more…

Jakarta, Indonesia

Jackson Wang, Joji, Rich Brian Lead Lineup for Asian-Centric Head in the Clouds Festival

Festival will also feature performances from NIKI, Jay Park and Chung Ha as organizers 88rising assemble a 'who's who' of top Asian talent

Some of the biggest Asian acts in the world will descend upon Southern California this August as label 88rising’s Head in the Clouds Music & Arts Festival returns for a second year.

Indonesian songwriter and producer NIKI, Hong Kong native Jackson Wang and his “Magic Man Experience,” and Indonesian rapper Rich Brian are among the headliners for the 2022 edition of Head in the Clouds, which takes place in Pasadena, California August 20 and 21 at Brookside at the Rose Bowl. The trio’s appearance on the bill comes after all three artists performed during 88rising’s groundbreaking Coachella set, which featured the surprise reunion of K-pop girl group 2NE1.

While CL and the 2NE1 girls aren’t part of Head in the Clouds, K-pop is well-represented on the bill, with headlining sets from K-pop sirens BIBI and Chung Ha, as well as hip-hop legend Jay Park.

This year’s festival will also feature performances from Oakland-native mxmtoon, who rose to fame after posting her original songs on YouTube, former DAY6 member eaJ, and the debut of Audrey Nuna and Deb Never’s as-yet-unnamed joint project. Frequent 88rising collaborator (and label signee) Joji will play a DJ set under the name “Yebi Labs.” Southern California food festival 626 Night Market will curate the festival’s food and beverage offerings. Also taking place during the festival are three experiences — Magic Man and the Thunder Theatre, Joji’s Pop Up Shop and Enjoy YEAR OF — the details of which are expected to be announced closer to the event date.

88rising launched Head in the Clouds in 2018 as the first Asian-centric music festival in the U.S. While it was lovingly referred to as “Asian Coachella” for years, the festival has now became a powerhouse in its own right, with more than 30,000 people attending last year’s event. This year’s edition of Head in the Clouds sees 88rising teaming up with Goldenvoice, the Los Angeles-based company behind concert events like Coachella and Stagecoach.

88rising recently curated the soundtrack for Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, which featured tracks from NIKI, Rich Brian and many of the other artists who will appear at Head in the Clouds.

Tickets to the 2022 Head in the Clouds Music Festival go on sale Thursday as part of a presale, with a public on sale this Friday. Ticket prices start at $249 for general admission, with VIP passes running you $405. The so-called “South Bay Surf Club” pass — which offers dedicated parking, a special viewing area, VIP bathrooms and free food and drink — is $750. See details at la.hitcfestival.com.

2022 Head in the Clouds Music Festival

1nonly
ATARASHII GAKKO!
Audrey Nuna + Deb Never
BIBI
boylife
Chasu
CHUNG HA
Dabin
Dumbfoundead
EAJ
Hojean
Jackson Wang (MAGIC MAN EXPERIENCE)
Jay Park
Lastlings
MILLI
mxmtoon
NIKI
No Rome
Rich Brian
SAN FRANCISCO 4AM
SHOTTA SPENCE
Stephanie Poetri
TERIYAKI BOYZ® (VERBAL, ILMARI, RYO-Z & WISE)
thuy
Tiger JK
Warren Hue
YEBI LABS (Joji DJ Set)
Yeek
Ylona Garcia
Yoonmirae

The lineup for Head In The Clouds festival’s upcoming debut in Manila has been revealed, featuring Rich Brian, NIKI, Joji, Jackson Wang, ex-Day6 member eaJ and many more.

The Philippine leg of 88rising’s Head In The Clouds festival is currently scheduled to take place on December 9 and 10 at the SM Festival Grounds in Paranaque City, Manila, and will see the aforementioned acts joined by the likes of J-pop stars YOASOBI, J-idol performance unit Atarashii Gakko! BIBI, Warren Hue, Ylona Garcia and Zack Tabudlo among others. DJ and producer ZEDD will also be performing as a special guest at the festival.

“I am so excited to perform at the inaugural Head in the Clouds Manila. I missed y’all and it’s time to bring it to the Philippines,” Rich Brian said in a statement, while PARADISE RISING’s Ylona Garcia also shared that she was grateful to be part of Head In The Cloud’s Manila debut, adding: “It’s been a while since I’ve seen my fans back home. Can’t wait to see each and every one of them!”

Ticket sales will begin via SM Tickets this October 5, with a two-day General Admission pass available at PHP9,888. The organisers are also offering a limited VIP package at PHP12,888, though no further details on the package’s benefits have been shared.

The festival will also be heading to Jakarta, Indonesia on December 3 and 4 to complete Head In The Cloud’s debut in the Southeast Asian region. Rich Brian, NIKI, Joji, Jackson Wang, (G)I-DLE, and ex-Day6 member eaJ will headline the festival, with a special guest appearance by Kaskade. YOASOBI and BIBI double up their duties alongside MILLI, Warren Hue, Ylona Garcia, and Atarashii Gakko!, while Indonesian metal trio Voice of Baceprot will also perform.

Tickets for the Indonesian leg went on sale on August 4, and are available for purchase here.

The debut in both countries was originally scheduled to take place in 2020 and featured Rich Brian, Joji, Dumbfoundead, Stephanie Poetri and Higher Brothers as part the lineup, but was postponed due to the height of the pandemic.

The full lineup for Head In The Clouds Festival Manila is:

Joji
Jackson Wang
NIKI
Rich Brian
eaJ
YOASOBI
Adawa
Akini Jing
Atarashii Gakko!
BIBI
Elephante
GUAPDAD 4000
JinxZhou
MANILA GREY
MILLI
Spence Lee
Stephanie Poetri
Warren Hue
Ylona Garcia
Zack Tabudlo
ZEDD

Who is performing at Head in the Clouds 2022?

According to the official poster unveiled through 'HITC in Manila's SNS account, the performing artists include Joji, GOT7 member Jackson Wang, Niki, Rich Brian, eaJ, Yoasobi, Zedd, Adawa, Akini Jing, Atarashii Gakko!, BIBI, Elephante, Guapdad 4000, JINXZHOU, Manila Grey, Milli, Spence Lee, Stephanie Poetri, Warren Hue ...

Where can I watch Head in the Clouds 2022?

Amazon Music will stream 88rising and Goldenvoice's 2022 Head in the Clouds Festival for the second consecutive year. Fans can watch select sets from the festival live on the Amazon Music app, the Amazon Music Twitch channel, and Prime Video on Saturday, August 20, and Sunday, August 21.

How do you watch your head in the clouds 88rising?

Head in the Clouds will be streamed on November 6 to 7 on Amazon Music, Amazon Prime Video, and Amazon's Music channel on Twitch. Each day the festival will start at 3 pm [PDT].

How much is Head in the Clouds?

They can range from around $188 to $235. These tickets give you access to all the outdoor stages and tents. You can purchase VIP passes that will cost considerably more but provide VIP amenities.