Electric Daisy Carnival, or EDC, is a large annual event held across America. EDC Orlando just took place from Nov. 6 through 8, with a three-day lineup that included AFROJACK and Alok.
AFROJACK – Nov. 6 – Mainstage
One of electronic music’s most influential artists, AFROJACK is a two-time Grammy Award-winning DJ, producing iconic hits like “Take Over Control” and Pitbull’s “Give Me Everything.” With many rave lovers part of Generation Z, this set was not one to be missed. Adding staple EDC visuals during the performance, like bright lasers and flames, AFROJACK played his hits while pushing creative boundaries.
House music is not only limited to the greatest hits, as AFROJACK has begun exploring the underground house scene, releasing “Control” alongside Lucas & Steve on Chris Lake’s Black Book Records and “Hot Sauce” with Miss Monique and GLZ under his Kapuchon alias, which reached No. 1 on Beatport’s Melodic House & Techno chart.
AFROJACK has also collaborated with others in the music industry, including Beyoncé, Ne-Yo, and David Guetta, who had the 10:30 p.m. set after AFROJACK.
Alok – Nov. 8 – Mainstage
A Brazilian DJ and producer known for “Headlights” featuring KIDDO and “Hear Me Now,” Alok has become one of the largest figures in global electronic music. With an international fanbase, he has amassed billions of streams.
His set began with a face made with drones speaking, bringing in excitement and energy. Later on in the set, audio played, telling the audience about the Roland TB-303 Bass Line, where it explained, “I’m just gonna twist these knobs in a crazy way, ‘cause I love warping that sound.”
Alok was ranked No. 3 in DJ Mag’s 2025 Top 100 DJs poll and has collaborated with a multitude of artists, including Kylie Minogue, John Legend, Bebe Rexha, and Armin van Buuren. Beyond his work, he’s known for innovative live productions, as well as philanthropic work supporting Indigenous communities and environmental initiatives.
For two nights, headbanging, dancing, and enjoying music were encouraged in the heart of Orlando. EDC comes back every year, and now is the best time to start planning for the next. Alok can be seen next at the Schottenstein Center in Columbus, Ohio, on Friday, Nov. 13, and AFROJACK’s next performance will be on Nov. 20 at Ductwork Houston in Houston, Texas.
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