Oppikoppi is a South African favourite. It’s in Limpopo and this year took place from the 5th to 7th August. 16 000 people were expected to attend the 17th Oppikoppi, which was also streamed worldwide. With Sum 41 (who cancelled their Durban show due to bad weather) and The Used as the international headlining bands, tickets sold out quickly. Approximately 65 bands played, which is commendable. But then we took a look at Lollapalooza.
Lollapalooza was created by Jane’s Addiction lead singer, Perry Farrell, 20 years ago. It took place the same weekend as Oppi but in Chicago, IL. The grand total of fans expected was 270 000; for one festival, in one place, over three days. That number shoots Oppi down without even taking a look at the bands. And the bands were good. It’s hard to pick just one main headliner, but with the likes of Eminem, Foo Fighers, Muse and Coldplay you’re guaranteed to leave very, very happy. There was also another 100 additional musicians. This debate is starting to seem very one-sided.
Much as we love supporting local festivals, Lollapalooza is definitely a festival you need to partake in before you die. As are these.
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