July 2025

20 Soundtrack of Summer July’s Must-Attend Music Festivals July carries a rhythm all its own, with long sunlit days stretching into warm nights alive with mu- sic. Across the country, music festivals take center stage this month, offering experiences that go beyond mere entertainment. For many fans, these festivals become annual rituals – a chance to gather with friends, revisit musical roots, and discover fresh sounds under open skies. Two of this July’s standout events reflect very different but equally powerful aspects of summer music culture. The Summer of ’99 and Beyond Festival, scheduled for July 18–19, 2025, is a two-day throwback