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Freaky Deaky: Halloween’s biggest musical celebration

(Photo courtesy of Jesus J. Montero).
(Jesus J. Montero / The DePaulia)

With festival attendees dancing in mid to low temperatures donning a homemade or store-bought Halloween costume, React Presents has provided the Midwest with yet another highly anticipated music festival. The inaugural three day massive Halloween themed music festival, Freaky Deaky, brought music fans together for the biggest Halloween celebration.

Kicking off at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, the festival featured performances from top caliber headliners – such as Armin Van Buuren, Borgore, Riff Raff, Bassnectar, A-Track, and Pretty Lights –  and looked like something straight out of a haunting Halloween tall tale.

Here are the top five performances of the weekend.

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Vic Mensa

Chicago’s home-grown Vic Mensa had a fierce performance that stole the show the final night. Mensa’s hometown crowd was in a complete fury as the SaveMoney rapper showed his love through an unforgettable passionate set. Mensa’s frequent stage dives were well-welcomed as he dove into the crowd while singing over Nirvana’s “Smells Like Teen Spirit.” Performing “Down On My Luck” and Chance The Rappers “Cocoa Butter Kisses,” Mensa’s performance was one of the many moments that is going to make Freaky Deaky standout among other music festival giants.

(Jesus J. Montero / The DePaulia)
(Jesus J. Montero / The DePaulia)

Oliver Heldens

Oliver Heldens was one of the artists with the most hype surrounding his set. The 20-year-old producer put on one of the most memorable DJ set from the whole weekend. Heldens’ dance-centered set list included his original produced big room house and deep house songs. His signature shuffle dance tunes brought the Freaky Deaky crowd into a dance frenzy.

 

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2 Chainz

2 Chainz ended the first night on the Big Top stage in his usual energetic rap demeanor. With his over-the-top delivery, 2 Chainz seemed unstoppable. His presents was highly anticipated as fans waited the whole day in the front of the stage just for a chance to get the best view. His crowd-pleasing performance was one of the top highlights that ended the first night of Freaky Deaky.

(Jesus J. Montero / The DePaulia)
(Jesus J. Montero / The DePaulia)

Carnage

Carnage, a true fan-pleaser, made sure everyone leaving Freaky Deaky had the opportunity to rave. From start to finish he was in control of the atmosphere throughout his set. Known to his legion of cult-like followers as the leader of the “Chipotle Gang,” Carnage didn’t disappoint with his set of head bangers and crowd pleasers.

 

(Jesus J. Montero / The DePaulia)
(Jesus J. Montero / The DePaulia)

Mac Miller

The final day featured an energetic performance from rapper Mac Miller. Being out of the hip-hop spotlight for a few years now has geared Miller up for his triumphant return with his latest full length album “GO:OD AM.” Miller’s set was a reminder to those who attend Freaky Deaky that he’s still one of the top hip-hop rappers.

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