Rock Monsters Romania

The 14th edition of Summer Well starts tomorrow and, if you haven’t had time to check the line-up or listen to the official playlist yet, we have some recommendations for you.

FRIDAY: August 8

If you’re a fan of Damiano David and haven’t seen him live, the first place to be on Friday is the Sunset Stage by ING X VISA to see the new Romanian sensation Cireşan live at 19:15. And if you’re chronically online, you’ll probably love the energy of Isabel LaRosa, performing from 19:45.

Then it depends on your preferences. If you love Romanian rap, COJO is an unmissable performance on the Sunset Stage at 21:00. He’s considered one of the biggest rising stars and could become Romania’s biggest rap icon if his career continues on this path. But if you’re into more sentimental songs, the Main Stage is the place to be for back-to-back performances from Seafret (at 21:15) and Snow Patrol (at 23:00).

SATURDAY: August 9

Saturday is all about vibes. As tradition has it, one of the best up-and-coming bands opens Saturday on the Main Stage, so at 18:15 make sure you’re in the front row for Chloe Slater.

If you love Romanian music, then Simona Delegeanu’s folklore-inspired performance is a must-see on the Sunset Stage, starting at 19:15. Then prepare for a big dose of Romanian punk with D.E.N.I.S. at the Electro Punk Club, starting at 21:00.

The night ends on the Main Stage with an oriental-inspired performance by Saint Levant at 21:30, followed by fan favourites Son Mieux at 23:15.

SUNDAY: August 10

Sunday is shaping up to be the ultimate Main Stage day, starting with a performance by Banners at 18:00, continuing the amazing tradition of Liverpool and Manchester bands lighting up Summer Well. La Femme brings the heat at 19:00, before international headliners Palaye Royale (at 21:15) and Empire of the Sun (at 23:15) close out another spectacular edition.

But if you’re in the mood to try something new, the Sunset Stage has something special in store: a DJ set by Bianca Oance at 18:30, followed by Lana Lubany at 20:30 and the one and only The Dare at 22:15.

Oh, you love punk? Then there’s a special duo for you: at 21:00 on the Electro Punk Club stage, Plant return after last year’s performance with a brand-new set, and Karen Dió closes the stage at 22:15 with what promises to be a memorable show.

Tickets for Summer Well are still available on the official website, so we’ll see you there for three unforgettable nights of a festival that feels like summer!

Text by Radu Mihai