Skrillex — the nickname of Sonny John Moore — needs little introduction. A former post-hardcore frontman turned electronic auteur, he helped drag bass-heavy EDM from club basements to festival main stages with records like Scary Monsters and Nice Sprites and My Name Is Skrillex. Decades of boundary-pushing collabs and surprise sets have made him one of the most influential producers and live DJs in modern dance music.
Genre: DJ • Dubstep • Bass
Scheduled: Thursday
Why this matters
Skrillex’s sound defined an era of aggressive, intricate drops that translated perfectly to festival crowds. He’s as comfortable headlining a giant stage as he is jumping into surprise late-night sets — and Bonnaroo fans in the thread are already hyped for everything from a main-stage blowout to a possible sunrise or Kalliope-style surprise.
Songs & sets to check out
– Bangarang (feat. Sirah) — Official video
– First Of The Year (Equinox) — Official video
– Live @ Ultra Music Festival 2025 — Official live set
From the thread
Fans in r/bonnaroo were loud and clear about what Skrillex means to them: a life-changing live act, a festival must-see, and a rare artist who ages well across the electronic landscape. Highlights from the discussion:
– Multiple users called him a GOAT and said seeing him was a “core memory” (Hangout 2015, Hijinx 2019 and more).
– Several people bought tickets the moment they saw his name on the lineup.
– Longtime attendees hope for extra sets — Kalliope surprise collabs with artists like Mija were mentioned as fan-favorites.
– One commenter listed 15+ Skrillex sets they’ve attended, from Bonnaroo superjams to Red Rocks takeovers.
Why you should go
If you like high-energy drops, genre-blurring collabs, and set moments that stick with you for years, Skrillex is a can’t-miss. Expect big sound design, festival-level production, and crowds that remember it for a long time.
Countdown: 111 days until Bonnaroo
Remember to hydrate, look out for each other, and warm up those high-fives. If you’ve seen Skrillex live before, drop your favorite set or memory in the comments — we’ll share the best ones on the wire.
Source: https://www.reddit.com/r/bonnaroo/comments/1r9tva5/artist_19_skrillex/