M3F Festival, North America’s premier nonprofit music festival, has revealed its highly anticipated lineup for 2025, headlined by LCD Soundsystem and Justice. Returning to Steele Indian School Park in Phoenix, Arizona on March 7-8, 2025, the festival will mark its 22nd year with an eclectic roster of indie, electronic, rock, and hip-hop acts—all while supporting its mission of giving back, with 100% of proceeds donated to charitable causes. Since its inception in 2004, M3F has raised over $6 million for various community organizations.
Headliners LCD Soundsystem and Justice bring a powerhouse blend of nostalgia, innovation, and genre-blurring sounds. Known for their New York underground-inspired aesthetic, LCD Soundsystem has influenced generations with hits like “Daft Punk Is Playing At My House” and “Dance Yrself Clean.” Following sold-out performances in LA and the release of “x-ray eyes,” they’re set to captivate fans with their distinctive sound once more. French duo Justice will perform selections from their latest album Hyperdrama, showcasing their renowned mix of electro, rock, and disco with crowd favorites like “D.A.N.C.E.” and new collaborations featuring Tame Impala and Thundercat.
The 2025 lineup also includes Sylvan Esso, Alvvays, and a DJ set from Totally Enormous Extinct Dinosaurs, alongside other standout acts such as Dev Lemons, Summer Salt, and local artist UPSAHL. Fans can enjoy diverse performances from Luna Luna, BAYNK, and mashup legend Girl Talk, with additional talent from indie and alternative favorites Hippie Sabotage, Ricky Montgomery, and Beach Weather.
Aiming to introduce new artists to Arizona, M3F will feature BADBADNOTGOOD, Confidence Man, and Mindchatter making their state debuts, alongside acts like Braxe + Falcon and Monster Rally. These artists bring fresh sounds, spanning jazz, soul, electronic, and alternative genres, aligning with M3F’s tradition of spotlighting groundbreaking talent.
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Supporting community impact has always been central to M3F’s mission, channeling donations to benefit Community, Education, Arts, and Environment initiatives. In 2023, the festival created the M3F Fund, providing grants to nonprofit organizations with clear, measurable goals aligned with these four pillars. In 2024, M3F raised $750,000, contributing to projects like music therapy at Phoenix Children’s Hospital and housing developments with Habitat for Humanity of Northern Arizona. This year, M3F’s efforts have extended to food security and mental health support for cancer patients.
Additional initiatives include a Turkey Drive with St. Vincent De Paul, a collaboration with Cowtown S.K.A.T.E. for a youth skateboarding and graphic design program, and a toy drive with The Foster Alliance to support local foster youth.
With M3F’s commitment to combining music, art, and social impact, fans can enjoy not only a unique festival experience but also the opportunity to make a difference in the Phoenix community. Tickets for M3F 2025 are now available on the festival’s official website.
