Draft:Magnetic Fields Festival

The Magnetic Fields Festival is an independently-produced annual three-day festival held in the palace Alsisar Mahal, in Shekhawati, a small village in Rajasthan. It first Launched in 2013 and showcases “the country’s best and most forward-thinking music alongside some of the world’s finest underground stars” across 9 stages. There usually are between 5,000 and 10,000 participants in the yearly festival.

Magnetic Fields attracts “an audience of adventurous, young and open-minded urbanites” as it claims it is more than just about music. During the three days, there are secret parties, treasure hunts, and activities planned. Magnetic Fields hosts nine different musical stages, as well as, art installations, wellness workshops, and flee markets. The attendees can explore the palace and its surroundings, the rooftop, dungeons, and courtyards. The festival keeps traditional Rajasthani elements, honoring its historical setting. This festival attracts many artists, featuring both international and Indian artists focusing on techno, electronic, indie, and folk music. Instead of limiting the amount of local participants, the festival makes sure that they are a functioning part of it. The money made from the festival goes towards the welfare of the village, in 2019 they used the money for medical equipment.

Location

RAJASTHAN

Magnetic Fields festival takes place at the Palace Alsisar Mahal. The Alsisar Mahal, located in the Shekhawati region of Rajasthan, India, is a historic palace that exemplifies the rich architectural and cultural heritage of the area. Established in 1737 by Thakur Samrath Singh, a descendant of Raja Shardul Singh of Jhunjhunu, the palace originally served as a fortified stronghold. Over the centuries, it has witnessed significant historical events, including a notable battle in 1834 when the British Shekhawati Brigade, led by Colonel Henry Forrester, partially destroyed the palace during a confrontation with local Thikanas resisting British authority. In the mid-20th century, the palace underwent reconstruction, and extensive restoration efforts between 2000 and 2006 transformed it into a heritage hotel. Today, Alsisar Mahal stands as a testament to Rajasthani grandeur, featuring intricate frescoes, expansive courtyards, and antique furnishings that reflect the opulence of its royal past.

Safety and Experience

On the Magnetic Fields Festival website, they have a well-being guide, that explains the importance of mental health. Enough sleep, regular eating, and pacing yourself are crucial to stay in form. The festival advises the participants to create a buddy system, to protect their hearing, to aid others if they seem lost or struggling, to pace themselves and rest, to respect others and the environment, to wear comfortable clothes and shoes, to eat, take breaks and to stay aware of your emotional needs.

There is a zero-tolerance policy regarding drugs. If there is anyone in possession of drugs, they will be handed to the police.

Magnetic Fields Festival is a sensory cultural experience that blends immersive art and contemporary music.

Stages

• JAMESON CONNECTS SOUTH STAGE
• BUDX NORTH STAGE
• RAY-BAN DESERT OASIS
• CORONA SUNDOWNER
• BUDXYARD
• THE PEACOCK CLUB
• JAMESON CONNECTS UNDERGROUND
• COSMIC DISCO BAR
• THE EASY PICNIC

Previous Performances

• DJ KOZE
• OBJEKT
• SOUL CLAP
• BLOT!
• PETER CAT RECORDING CO.
• DANIEL AVERY
• PALMS TRAX
• MORNING MOURNING
• ROSS FROM FRIENDS
• SUCHI
• DAPHNI B2B SHANTI CELESTE
• PANGAEA
• LIFAFA
• CARISTA