R&B singer Ella Mai, grime MC Skepta, surf rockers Ocean Alley and drum and bass producer Netsky round out the other big names on the lineup.
The festival is also returning to its home bases, Trustpower Baypark in Mount Maunganui (January 2) and Trafalgar Park in Nelson (January 4).
This one will sell out, so be sure to grab your tickets from 7pm on August 14.
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