festivals

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The masquerade’s origins lie in Greek religion and Roman festivals.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

“I have traveled to festivals all over the world in the last few years. I don’t know that I can define why freedom is failing, but I see that it is — everywhere.”

From Salon • May 22, 2026

Going to indie festivals in that era felt like being lost in a gray fog.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

Following their Glastonbury appearance, the band was dropped from a number of festivals and performances including Radar Festival, Kave Fest, and a US tour after their visas were revoked.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

“That was dreadful. Seriously. It’s like my aunt always says, if it has won lots of awards at festivals, it’s either awful or life-changing, there’s no in between.”

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny