Arena of Intergalactic Happiness

Deadbeats Presents: Zeds Dead Two-Night Takeover at Wintrust Arena
December 12 & 13, 2025

Chicago is bracing for impact. The boys are back. Zeds Dead returns to the Windy City for a massive two-night run at Wintrust Arena, bringing their signature Arena of Intergalactic Happiness production to the Midwest. Known for curating lineups that blend heavy bass, experimental beats, and drum & bass, this weekend promises to be one of the premier electronic events of the winter.

Why This Is A Can't-Miss Event

Zeds Dead shows in Chicago are legendary (from the Aragon Ballroom throwdowns to Navy Pier), but the Arena of Intergalactic Happiness takes it to a new level. This isn't just a concert; it's a full-scale Deadbeats experience.

• Two Unique Sets: With a two-night run, expect DC and Hooks to dig deep into their crates, playing everything from their classic dubstep anthems to unreleased IDs and drum & bass cuts.
• Curated Support: The lineup features heavy hitters like Apashe (bringing his cinematic bass sound), Jade Cicada, and Delta Heavy, ensuring the energy is peak from doors open to close.
• Production Value: Wintrust Arena offers a massive canvas for the visual spectacle that Deadbeats tours are known for. Expect lasers, immersive visuals, and top-tier sound.

Event Details & Lineup

Artist Biography

Formed in 2009 in Toronto, Canada, Zeds Dead consists of producers and DJs Dylan “DC” Mamid and Zachary “Hooks” Rapp-Rovan. The duo first met through a shared passion for hip-hop and graffiti, originally producing under the name "Mass Productions" before pivoting to the electronic sound that would define a generation.

Their name—a reference to a line from Quentin Tarantino’s Pulp Fiction ("Zeds dead, baby, Zeds dead")—perfectly encapsulates their cinematic, gritty, and often dark musical style. They exploded onto the scene during the golden era of dubstep but quickly distinguished themselves by refusing to be pigeonholed. Their catalog spans dubstep, house, drum & bass, garage, and hip-hop.

In 2016, they released their debut album, Northern Lights, featuring collaborations with rivers Cuomo (Weezer), Pusha T, and Diplo. That same year, they launched Deadbeats, a record label that has become a tastemaker powerhouse in the bass music scene, launching the careers of countless artists.

With hundreds of millions of streams, JUNO Award nominations, and sold-out tours worldwide (including their annual "DeadRocks" pilgrimage), Zeds Dead remains at the forefront of electronic music innovation.