Prospa EDC Orlando fans have some disappointing news: the UK house duo has withdrawn from the festival, where they were due to play a back-to-back set with Josh Baker. The pair shared the decision on Instagram Stories over the weekend, saying they need time off after a hard-working year of touring and releases.
At a glance
- Who: Prospa, the Leeds-born house duo of Harvey Blumler and Gosha Smith
- What: Withdrawal from EDC Orlando 2026
- Set affected: A back-to-back with Josh Baker on Friday, November 6
- Where: Tinker Field, Orlando, with the festival running November 6 to 8
What we know
The duo described the call as a difficult one. They said they want to prioritise downtime after an intense run of shows and music. The slot would have fallen on the opening day of the three-day event.
It has been a full year for them. Their debut album, Free Your Mind, arrived through CircoLoco Records in June. In August they followed it by launching their own label, Prophecy.
The workload has also had a physical cost. In July, Harvey Blumler stepped away from live shows for a while after repeated ear infections and two perforated eardrums. Gosha Smith covered the live dates alone during that recovery.
Friday at EDC Orlando still has plenty on the bill. Mau P, Chris Lorenzo, Interplanetary Criminal and Joshwa are all listed, along with mainstage names David Guetta, Alesso and Afrojack. Fans are being pointed to official Insomniac channels for set times and any replacement acts.
Why it matters
Back-to-back sets are a big draw at festivals, so the change will be felt by anyone who planned their Friday around it. It is also a reminder of how demanding a touring year can be, even for acts at the top of the house scene. With the season winding down, the break should let the duo return to the studio and stage in better shape.
If you follow the group, you can read about their Creamfields 2027 booking with Josh Baker and KETTAMA, or see their Awakenings x Prospa: Prophecy ADE closing event listing.
