Anyma to headline Creamfields in UK exclusive

Creamfields said Anyma was Matteo Milleri's "visionary alter ego"

The "biggest name in electronic music today" has been announced as the first headliner at the upcoming Creamfields festival.

Organisers said Anyma, the "groundbreaking multidisciplinary audio-visual project" led by Matteo Milleri, would be playing his only UK festival date when he closes the event in Cheshire in August.

They said the US DJ's "groundbreaking performances have dominated the internet" and he recently became the first electronic artist to headline Las Vegas's futuristic immersive venue Sphere.

They added that the full line-up was "expected to drop at the end of February".

'Redefining electronic music'

Creamfields, which takes place at a 600-acre (240-hectare) site in Daresbury, near Runcorn, from 21 to 24 August, announced a three-year plan to massively reduce its environmental impact in 2024.

Last year's festival also saw a host of acts perform, including headliners Calvin Harris, Armin Van Buuren, Chase & Status and Alesso.

A Creamfields representative said the announcement of Anyma as a headliner would set the tone "for what promises to be another unforgettable year".

"As a founding member of Afterlife, Matteo brings his visionary alter ego to life, merging DJing, futurism, and creative direction to craft a cutting-edge, immersive experience," they said.

"His forward-thinking approach has redefined the electronic music landscape in recent years, captivating audiences around the world."

Tickets for the festival are on sale now.