Earlier this month, we launched an open call for videographers from our Dazed Club community in Paris, Berlin and Johannesburg to work on an exciting project with Spotify. 

In celebration of Skate Noise, Spotify’s first-ever global destination for all things skate culture, the streaming platform is hosting three events in each city. The first event took place this past weekend in Paris, with the two others set to follow in the upcoming months. Each city will also have its own playlist on Spotify representing its unique sound of skate. Skate Noise Paris was curated by influential skater Rémy Taveira.

Out of an impressive pool of applicants, one videographer called Léo Mazzoni was selected to capture the first event. Based in Paris, Mazzoni is a 26-year-old videographer and founder of his own production company. Over the weekend, he attended the Benchmark Festival and filmed all of the goings-on from the event. Below, we break down what happened.

IT TOOK PLACE DURING LA FÉTE DE LA MUSIQUE

Every year on the summer solstice, La Fête de la Musique takes place in Paris, bringing together music and culture lovers from all over the world. As many arrive in the fashion capital to attend impromptu street parties and concerts, this year, Spotify’s first ‘Skate Noise’ event took place at Benchmark Festival. 

Split over two days this past weekend, the Benchmark Festival brought the culture of ‘Skate Noise’ to life, celebrating all things music and skateboarding. 

THE LINEUP CELEBRATED SKATE CULTURE

Throughout the event, there were different skateboarding competitions, training sessions, skate video and screenings. There were also exciting performances from local acts such as Mandyspie and Dimeh, alongside international stars including Kevin Abstract. 

To close out each night, guests also enjoyed DJ sets from the likes of WillyCamCorder, Niko, Dnvo, Logan, Malik Polo and R1. 

MAZZONI FILMED A CLASSIC DAZED STYLE WWD VIDEO

As the winner of the open call, Mazzoni was in charge of attending the event and capturing content for us. In the video above he spoke to attendees about skateboarding and the synergy between the worlds of skating and music.

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