In a word, the best way to summarize Wicked Woods Music Festival 2022 is with the infamous Owen Wilson phrase: “Wow.” At this intimate Canadian festival, its organizers, staff, attendees and artists really do get wicked in the woods. Nestled in the heart of the Columbia Valley—minutes from Fairmont Hot Springs—Wicked Woods is hosted on 144 acres of land, with a backdrop like none other. The Unicorn Lounge, Wicked Woods 2022. Filter Out The Ordinary On Wednesday, May 25th, prospective attendees were welcomed to the festival site to get their camps set up and nestle into the woods for the weekend. Before long, the grounds materialized as the all-too-familiar land became adorned with colorful tents, tapestries and LED lights. Thousands of ravers were elated to finally be at a...
Jumpstart the weekend with Fort Knox Five and Lazy Syrup Orchestra’s first-ever collab. Despite many years of friendship, the two groups have yet to collaborate on an original tune—until now. Out now by way of Fort Knox Recordings, “Start the Ride” encapsulates the seasoned production prowess of Fort Knox Five while incorporating the free-spirited instrumental soundscapes that the Lazy Syrup Orchestra are known for. With nearly two decades of experience under their belt, each release from Fort Knox Five offers an eclectic mix of funk, soul, jazz, hip-hop and electronic music. Ultimately, the goal has always been to take listeners on a journey, and their new single is no exception. “Pack your bags, the psychedelic funk ship is about to set sail with ...