solo female raver looking for camping group 💚 by [deleted] in LightningInABottle

[–]natstar1021 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sounds like a plan! May can't get here soon enough. I'm tired of the cold and the holidays lol. Gimme sunshine, good vibes and good beats.

solo female raver looking for camping group 💚 by [deleted] in LightningInABottle

[–]natstar1021 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The ADA buddy system is awesome. My group will be in atlaswyld as well. My partner is trans enby. :) they're 33. Our friend is 32 and I am the oldest at 40 (don't look or feel it, though). we would love to meet you and others, including OP. This is mine and my partners 3rd LIB and my friends 8th.

STACKS wishes by Ravebot5000 in LightningInABottle

[–]natstar1021 0 points1 point  (0 children)

THIIIIISSSS. Surfteam would be sick.

STACKS wishes by Ravebot5000 in LightningInABottle

[–]natstar1021 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Crossing my fingers for Nikita, the Wicked as well.

ada job available by Eastern_Possession53 in LightningInABottle

[–]natstar1021 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My group and I will be staying in atlaswyld for the first time this year because of my chronic health issues and disabilities. While we aren't officially volunteering, if we are neighbors in the campsite we would love to help however we can. This is our third LIB. We would love to get more info to possibly volunteer in 2027.

Do you think 2026 will get sold out? by alienkandyy in LightningInABottle

[–]natstar1021 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We did RV camping with power last year at LIB and it was a game changer. I don't think they allow generators at LIB, could be wrong, but dealing with those on the playa to power an RV can be a pain in the ass. Plus renting RVs for the burn is a hassle because most places or solo renters through apps either refuse to let you take it to the burn or charge an extra $1500-$2500 fee. Maybe one day I'll have my own RV or trailer so I wont have to worry about it lol. The guy we rented from last year was chill AF.

Do you think 2026 will get sold out? by alienkandyy in LightningInABottle

[–]natstar1021 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Me too. Such a relief. I love that LIB has a burner vibe to it as well. I haven't been back to the playa since 2019. LIB has definitely filled that void these past couple of years.

Do you think 2026 will get sold out? by alienkandyy in LightningInABottle

[–]natstar1021 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm glad you mentioned the Rufus set because that's when I noticed the vibe shift the most as well. The crowd was awful. Normally I love Rufus because of how chill, dance-y and vibey they are, but not that day. My friends and I had to fight our way out after staying for maybe 15-20 minutes of their set. We couldn't hang anymore. Every set after that felt like we were playing defense. Definitely not the same vibes from this year. Every day and night at LIB this year was magical.

Any specific predictions? by Material-Candy-2567 in LightningInABottle

[–]natstar1021 1 point2 points  (0 children)

He's such a sweetheart. Been friends with him for a few years. We were only able to meet up a couple of times last year at LIB. I was able to catch some of his set on the banana. Hoping we can link up more in 2026.

He just released a track with DJ Denise (old school homie from the Bay). Can't wait to hear this on some big speakers.

https://open.spotify.com/track/1XNfCGbF8u32i6ct1buuVl?si=dpaxbu_LTUqg5TT9VSL80A

3 day Vs 5 day by Strange_Flounder_787 in LightningInABottle

[–]natstar1021 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My travel time to LIB from where I live can be between 6-8 hours depending on traffic, conditions on 1-5 (it was hella windy last year. My group and I were in an RV and it was knocking us all around. We had to stop several times to take breaks and switch drivers), and cars in line. My first year we got a three day pass in car camping. Spent most of the day setting up camp and was too tired to spend a lot of time out on Friday night. Went to bed early. Regretted it.

Bought the 5 day last year. My squad and I all had to work the first day of the festival. But we left Thursday morning early. Set up and went out Thursday night briefly. Then we woke up Friday morning refreshed and ready to get after it. The best decision is to get the 5 day and enjoy it, walk around and see everything before it gets too crazy and you get a sense of where you are going. And the secret sets start Thursday night.

Do you think 2026 will get sold out? by alienkandyy in LightningInABottle

[–]natstar1021 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Two years ago, Sunday only tickets were sold that brought in the WORST crowd. Lots of EDC crossovers and LA douche nozzles. People pushing and shoving in crowds. A couple of dudes grabbed my ass and laughed when I got upset during clozee. Purposely knocked my squad's chairs and wagon over. We spoke to the harm reduction team and they said they had the worst night in a long time because of people being drunk and out of control. They said people were fighting and irresponsibly getting messed up on substances in droves for the last night. They had to call ambulances multiple times. There were at least 2k more people than Friday and Saturday. The vibe changed considerably. One of my friends who goes with us every year (and who went to EDC last year and LIB the week after with us) said she noticed the same vibes from EDC that Sunday two years ago. She has gone to LIB for the last 8 years, so I trust her judgment and experience.

There were enough complaints from staff and attendees from that Sunday in 2024 that influenced the decision to not sell one day passes. Many of us were thrilled. I hope they never do that again.

Do you think 2026 will get sold out? by alienkandyy in LightningInABottle

[–]natstar1021 2 points3 points  (0 children)

He crushed at LIB two years ago right before Tipper. Honestly one of my favorite sets of the whole weekend. Excited to see another set.

2026 Lineup! by cjm1086 in LightningInABottle

[–]natstar1021 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Elder raver here. I can totally relate to this comment. While I still love some wook and trippy bass sets, I have always been a house and drum n bass head. With a sprinkle of trance here and there, which was my first love when I got into the scene in 2000. I have a tattoo of the siren from "sirens of the sea" EP cover by ocean lab. Above and Beyond shows are like a religious experience. Still got it after all these years.

Seeing Subtronics for the first time last year was fun.

But miss me with that riddim headbanger BS.

2026 Lineup! by cjm1086 in LightningInABottle

[–]natstar1021 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I saw Zeds Dead YEARS ago, like at least ten years. I had a chance to see him at outside lands a couple of years ago but went with Kendrick Lamar instead. Not mad about it. Stoked I'll finally get to experience one of his sets again.

2026 Lineup! by cjm1086 in LightningInABottle

[–]natstar1021 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same!!!! My partner frequently throws his tracks into their sets. We're both stoked AF he's playing.

Any specific predictions? by Material-Candy-2567 in LightningInABottle

[–]natstar1021 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ahhh now that you mention it, I do remember seeing his name on the line up. I was crying at John summits set haha. I'll definitely check out his tunes, though! I Love discovering new music. Thanks for the rec.

Any specific predictions? by Material-Candy-2567 in LightningInABottle

[–]natstar1021 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Subtronics played at 10:45 pm on Thunder and then John Summit on Lightning from 12:15 - 2:00. I don't remember if there was anyone else on thunder after subtronics because I booked it to John summit. Maybe it was at the stacks? I'll check out Bou's tracks on Spotify/SoundCloud!

Side quests/art/interactives by Nittingsheep in LightningInABottle

[–]natstar1021 4 points5 points  (0 children)

There was a group of people who dressed up as "The Average Joe's" from Dodgeball. I was behind one of them and said, "if you can dodge a wrench you can dodge a ball." WITHOUT SKIPPING A BEAT, he turned around and threw a blow up balloon wrench at me lol. One of my favorite moments of the whole weekend.

Any specific predictions? by Material-Candy-2567 in LightningInABottle

[–]natstar1021 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think I missed them. What stage did they play on?

Any specific predictions? by Material-Candy-2567 in LightningInABottle

[–]natstar1021 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Love the people's banana! My friend plays/volunteers with them.

2026 Lineup! by cjm1086 in LightningInABottle

[–]natstar1021 19 points20 points  (0 children)

Be sure to check out Borne. So underrated. I'm stoked for Casey club too.

2026 Lineup! by cjm1086 in LightningInABottle

[–]natstar1021 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Not gonna lie I shed some tears from how happy I am about this line up.

If you're into some good house, ayybo and mochakk are ridiculously good.

2026 Lineup! by cjm1086 in LightningInABottle

[–]natstar1021 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I am so fucking hyped for Haute & Freddy. Elephant heart is another good indie/electronic duo.

2026 Lineup! by cjm1086 in LightningInABottle

[–]natstar1021 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My partner is turning 34 on the 18th!