Headliner
The main act of a festival or show — the biggest name, usually closing the night.
Definitions
In EDM specifically, the closing DJ on the mainstage who gets the prime time and the biggest production.
Loosely, anyone or anything that's clearly the main attraction.
The top-billed artist on a lineup, the one most people bought tickets to see, typically playing the latest and longest slot.
Headliner In A Sentence
Origin & Usage
From traditional show business, where the top act's name went in the largest type at the top ('the headline') of a bill. Carried straight into festival and DJ culture.
People Also Ask
What does headliner mean at a festival?
It's the main, top-billed act — the biggest name on the poster, usually playing the closing set.
Is the headliner always last?
Almost always on a given stage, yes; the headliner gets the prime late slot and the biggest production.
What's the difference between a headliner and a co-headliner?
A co-headliner shares top billing with another act of similar size, rather than one artist standing alone at the top.
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