Toro Y Moi + Portugal. The Man

Overview

A killer double-bill of artists on the Big Day Out lineup which will be a fascinating, energetic mishmash of styles. Toro Y Moi is one of the leaders of the whole 'chillwave' thing, his music minimal and relaxed but always full of energy, his live shows nothing but joyous, summery good times. Taking inspiration from sources as diverse as house music and the beats of J Dilla, Toro Y Moi serves up a whole mix of different things to keep you dancing.

But whatever you do, don't miss Portugal. The Man (which is actually a whole band from Alaska, not one dude from Europe). Portugal are like the best covers band in the world; their own songs a are timeless mix of classic rock and roll like David Bowie, T-Rex and Pink Floyd, but with a space-y, psychedelic, rhythm and blues vibe to it — all of which sounds like music you've always loved but with a new kinda kick to it. They are gradually picking up a following in Australia after touring here a few times in the last couple of years, and you'd be crazy not to get down early to catch them.