Helsinki’s Flow Festival has unveiled a new wave of artists set to take over its open-air Front Yard stage, further expanding the electronic offering for its 21st edition this summer. Running from August 14–16 at the industrial Suvilahti Power Plant, the festival continues to position itself at the intersection of global club culture and forward-thinking programming, bringing together established icons and the next generation of underground talent.
At the heart of the announcement is a series of heavyweight back-to-back sets. Dubstep pioneers Skream and Benga reunite for a rare joint performance, revisiting the South London sound that helped define a generation of UK bass music. Meanwhile, Ben Klock goes head-to-head with Fadi Mohem, bridging Berghain-rooted authority with a new wave of Berlin techno.
Elsewhere, the lineup reflects the evolving landscape of club music. Interplanetary Criminal continues his rapid ascent with a set rooted in the resurgence of UK garage, while Anetha and DJ Gigola bring distinct, contemporary approaches to techno and genre-fluid club sounds.
A standout presence comes in the form of Patrick Mason, whose high-energy sets and commanding stage persona have made him one of the most compelling figures in Europe’s underground circuit.
They join previously announced names including Honey Dijon, known for blending the Black and queer roots of house with modern techno intensity, and KETTAMA, whose euphoric, rave-driven productions have marked him as one of the fastest-rising artists in the scene.
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A platform for Finnish electronic culture
Flow continues its long-standing commitment to local talent, with a strong showing from Finland’s electronic community. A special back-to-back between trance pioneer Orkidea and Helsinki mainstay Lil Tony highlights the country’s club heritage, while artists including Paula Koski, Saffet and Boy Laundry reflect the diversity of its current underground.
Collaborative sets such as Ozan b2b Katerina and €TOM b2b C4KE further reinforce the festival’s emphasis on connection and experimentation within club culture.
Korgy takes over Sunday
Closing out the Front Yard programme, Helsinki-based collective Korgy will curate a full Sunday takeover. Known for championing emerging artists and boundary-pushing sounds, the collective will present a series of collaborative performances including 2THEMAX b2b KEMIK b2b CEB, alongside sets from Noei, Sallidoing and Lara Silva.
A global meeting point
The Front Yard announcement adds further depth to an already expansive 2026 lineup, which spans far beyond electronic music. Artists such as Florence + The Machine, Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds and PinkPantheress sit alongside cutting-edge acts like Oklou and Turnstile, reinforcing Flow’s cross-genre identity.
Set against the stark, industrial backdrop of Suvilahti, Flow Festival has evolved from a boutique event into one of Europe’s most forward-thinking cultural gatherings – a space where music, art and community converge.
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