Laketown Shakedown announces lineup for 2024 festival with headliner Gwen Stefani

The upcoming Laketown Shakedown festival on Vancouver Island has announced the lineup for the 2024 event.

Taking place in the Cowichan Valley, this year's Laketown Shakedown will be headlined by the iconic Gwen Stefani.

With multiple Grammy Awards and countless accolades to her name, this will be Stefani’s first headline performance on Vancouver Island, and one of only a few dates she’ll be performing this year. She takes the stage on Sunday, June 30.

Additionally on Sunday, Vancouver-based star BBNO$ will bring his unique blend of rap, pop, and humour to the stage. With viral hits like "Lalala" and "Edamame," BBNO$ has quickly emerged as “one of the most exciting voices in today’s music,” say festival organizers.

On Saturday, June 29, Hip-hop royalty Busta Rhymes performs. With a career spanning over three decades, Busta Rhymes has solidified his status as one of the genre's most influential figures, with hit singles such as "Put Your Hands Where My Eyes Could See" and "Break Ya Neck."

Rock and roll fans will rejoice at the inclusion of Grandson on Saturday, June 29th - the genre-blurring artist whose socially conscious lyrics and electrifying live performances have earned him critical acclaim and a dedicated following.

Also on Saturday, Legendary hip-hop group Bone Thugs-n-Harmony will also treat festival-goers to a show to remember, with signature harmonies and timeless classics such as “The Crossroads” and “1st Of That Month.”

Friday, June 28 will see local hero and rock sensation Jesse Roper bringing his high energy stage show to the Lakenight Stage for the Kickoff Party. Joining the top of the bill on Friday is DJ Nu-Mark of Jurassic 5 fame.

Other confirmed artists for the 2024 edition include Neon Steve, Miina, Murge, Bankes Brothers, The Free Label, Illvis Freshly, The Steadies, Downtown Mischief, Burchill, Mt Doyle, Blase Blase, The New Groovement, Darrian Gerard, Base Collective and more.

For more information on the 2024 Laketown Shakedown, click here.