Lido Festival 2025 - Massive Attack in London,

Air, founded by Nicolas Godin and Jean-Benoît Dunckel from Versailles, shaped electronic music with atmospheric and cinematic sounds. Known for debut Moon Safari and scores for The Virgin Suicides and Le Voyage Dans La Lune, their style draws from Burt Bacharach, Brian Wilson, and synthesizer pioneers. Collaborations with artists like Beck and Charlotte Gainsbourg highlight their diverse influence, achieving Platinum status in Europe, and shaping the genre into the 2000s.

Massive Attack, formed in Bristol, UK, pioneered trip-hop with a fusion of hip-hop, dub, and soul. Known for "Teardrop" and "Unfinished Sympathy," they influenced artists like Radiohead and collaborated with Horace Andy, Tricky, and Elizabeth Fraser. Notable albums include *Protection* and *Mezzanine*.

The Alchemist, a Beverly Hills-born producer and DJ, is renowned for his sample-heavy beats in hip-hop, collaborating with icons like Mobb Deep, Nas, and Lil Wayne. Known for albums with Prodigy, Curren$y, and Freddie Gibbs, his notable projects include "1st Infantry" and "Russian Roulette." As Eminem's DJ, his work spans rock and electronica collaborations, like with Linkin Park and Morcheeba. His Billboard success includes "The Great Escape" with Larry June and "Life Is Beautiful" with 2 Chainz. He's pivotal in rap with continuous collaborations and instrumental EPs.

Mad Professor, born Neal Fraser in Guyana, is a renowned dub reggae producer. Known for his Dub Me Crazy series, he transitioned dub into the digital age. He founded Ariwa studio and label in London, collaborating with artists like Lee "Scratch" Perry and remixing for Massive Attack, Sade, and Depeche Mode. His experimental style and remixing skills made him a versatile force in reggae and beyond.