Tickets for the "next-generation" event go on sale this week
By Tom Skinner 1st December 2025
D-Block Europe. CREDIT: Press
Rhythm + Waves has announced the line-up for its inaugural edition, including Chase & Status, D-Block Europe and more.
The two-day event, billed as “Europe’s biggest global rap and electronic music beach festival”, will take place between June 27 and 28 at Praia da Rocha in Portimão – which is part of Portugal’s Algarve region.
AdvertisementJoining the aforementioned acts on the bill are Ken Carson, Gunna, Morad, Gazo and very special guest A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie.
Elsewhere on the line-up poster are the likes of Andy C, Skream (140 set), DJ EZ, Flava D B2B Arthi, Hybrid Minds and Sherelle.
There are still 30 more artists to be confirmed, per this first announcement.
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Tickets go on general sale at 10am GMT this Thursday (December 4) – you’ll be able to buy yours here. Alternatively, fans can access a pre-sale at the same time on Wednesday (3) by signing up here.
Recommended“Rhythm + Waves is where the world’s biggest sounds unite on one of Europe’s most breathtaking beaches,” organisers wrote.
“A next-generation festival spanning Rap, Bass, House, Techno and Drum & Bass – all on 100 per cent sand, framed by ocean views, and powered by world-class production.”
They added: “Set across 27 + 28 June 2026 on Praia da Rocha in Portimão, the Algarve, the festival blends the energy of a major music event with the freedom of a summer escape.”
In other news, Chase & Status have just been announced to headline Reading & Leeds 2026 alongside the likes of Fontaines D.C. and Florence + The Machine. The duo were nominated for two awards at this year’s BRITs – Best Dance Act and Song Of The Year (‘Backbone’ feat. Stormzy) – and embarked on a UK arena tour earlier this year. Chase & Status also topped the bill at All Points East 2025 over the summer. Meanwhile, D-Block Europe are currently out on a UK and Ireland arena tour in support of their new mixtape ‘PTSD2’.
