Mars ça Tape

Mars ça Tape: Electronic Music Celebrated in Billère

Since 2014, Mars ça Tape has established itself as the unmissable event for electronic music lovers in the Pau agglomeration. Born from the desire of a collective of passionate associations, this festival takes over L'Ampli - La Route du Son, Billère's iconic concert venue, every March for several evenings of sonic immersion.

A Comprehensive Overview of Electronic Music

Mars ça Tape stands out for the diversity of its programming, which covers the entire spectrum of electronic music: electro, techno, drum'n'bass, bass music, hardtek, trance, neurofunk, crossbreed hardcore, tribe mental, chip jockey, and progressive mix. Each edition features a dozen artists representing these different genres, offering festival-goers a sonic journey that is as rich as it is varied.

Extended Evenings

True to the spirit of electronic music, the festival offers evenings that extend into the early hours of the morning, some lasting until 3:45 AM. The atmosphere at L'Ampli, with its careful acoustics and intimate capacity, provides ideal conditions for fully experiencing the sound.

A Collective of Committed Associations

Mars ça Tape is the result of collaboration between several local associations: ART&FAKT, ASSO SCIÉE, Le Nouveau Numéro, AMPLI, and Divers Gens. This associative model guarantees the festival's artistic independence and its rootedness in the local cultural fabric. Each association brings its expertise and network, enabling an eclectic and demanding program.

A Festival Open to All Audiences

While the evening events are aimed at electronic music enthusiasts, Mars ça Tape does not neglect young audiences. La Boum Boum, an event dedicated to 6-11 year olds, offers a fun introduction to electronic music in a suitable setting, on a Wednesday afternoon during the festival. This inclusive approach demonstrates the organizers' commitment to democratizing these musical aesthetics.

A Launchpad for Local Artists

The festival organizes a competition for local producers, who are invited to submit mixes or live sets via social media. The five most popular artists are given a performance slot on the festival stage, thus contributing to the emergence of new talents in the Béarn electronic scene.