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What are some good music festivals going on this summer?

Here are some of the popular music festivals happening in the summer of 2023:

1. Glastonbury Festival (UK) - June 21-25:

- Held in Somerset, England, Glastonbury is one of the world's largest and most iconic music festivals. It offers a diverse lineup across various stages and genres, including rock, pop, electronic, and alternative.

2. Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival (US) - April 14-16, 21-23:

- Coachella takes place in Indio, California, and is known for its combination of music, art installations, and fashion. The festival features a mix of established and emerging artists from different genres.

3. Primavera Sound Festival (Spain) - June 1-11:

- Primavera Sound is held in Barcelona and is renowned for its focus on indie, alternative, and electronic music. It also offers a wide range of art, film, and cultural activities.

4. Roskilde Festival (Denmark) - June 24-July 1:

- Roskilde is a multi-genre music festival held in Roskilde, Denmark. It features a diverse lineup, including rock, pop, electronic, hip-hop, and more, and is known for its commitment to sustainability.

5. Lollapalooza (US) - August 3-6:

- Lollapalooza takes place in Chicago's Grant Park and offers an eclectic mix of genres, including rock, alternative, electronic, and hip-hop. It's known for its large-scale productions and memorable performances.

6. Sziget Festival (Hungary) - August 10-15:

- Sziget is one of Europe's largest music and cultural festivals, held in Budapest. It features a diverse lineup of international and local artists, along with theatrical performances, art exhibitions, and other activities.

7. Tomorrowland (Belgium) - July 21-23, 28-30:

- Tomorrowland is a massive electronic music festival in Boom, Belgium. Known for its extravagant stage designs and top-tier electronic artists, it attracts fans of dance music from around the world.

8. Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival (US) - June 15-18:

- Bonnaroo takes place on a farm in Manchester, Tennessee, and offers a mix of rock, pop, electronic, folk, and other genres. It features numerous stages, art installations, and immersive experiences.

9. Fuji Rock Festival (Japan) - July 28-30:

- Fuji Rock Festival is held at the Naeba Ski Resort in Japan. It presents an eclectic lineup of artists from around the world, ranging from rock and alternative to electronic and experimental genres.

10. Reading and Leeds Festivals (UK) - August 25-27:

- Reading and Leeds are twin festivals held in Reading and Leeds, England, respectively. They are known for their focus on rock and alternative music, with a combination of established and emerging acts.

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