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Music
Beatfreaq
Fringe Artist
BEATFREAQ is a platform for independent producers, DJs, and sound artists who create and share genre-blending music rooted in hip-hop, house, soul, and electronic experimentation. We build community through collaboration, performance, and education, turning beat culture into a living art form. Now in our third year, BEATFREAQ connects diverse artists and audiences through rhythm, innovation, and shared creative energy.
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BOOM 2026 Performances
BEATFREAQ: Frequencies of Self
Famous Toastery Theater
May 01
9:30 PM
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10:30 PM
Music
Beatfreaq: Frequencies of Self is a live producer showcase exploring how sound reveals who we are. Each artist performs a set that tells their personal story through rhythm, tone, and texture — transforming beats into emotional frequencies. With immersive visuals and ambient lighting, the night becomes a collective journey through self-expression, connection, and vibration. This isn’t just a show, it’s an invitation to feel the stories behind the sound.
9:00 PM
Evening
May 01
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Famous Toastery Theater
May 02
6:00 PM
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7:00 PM
Music
Beatfreaq: Frequencies of Self is a live producer showcase exploring how sound reveals who we are. Each artist performs a set that tells their personal story through rhythm, tone, and texture — transforming beats into emotional frequencies. With immersive visuals and ambient lighting, the night becomes a collective journey through self-expression, connection, and vibration. This isn’t just a show, it’s an invitation to feel the stories behind the sound.
6:00 PM
Evening
May 02
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