Dogface to Headline Stacked Hip-Hop Lineup at Montana's Rappin' the Rivers Festival

The viral TikTok star joins a diverse array of rap and EDM acts at the upcoming summer music event.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 4:56pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a shattered disco ball reflecting glittering shards of light, conveying the celebratory, high-energy atmosphere of a music festival.The vibrant energy and star power of Rappin' the Rivers' diverse musical lineup will bring a new level of excitement to Montana's festival scene.Cardwell Today

Doggface208, the TikTok sensation known for his viral skateboarding video set to Fleetwood Mac, is set to headline the Rappin' the Rivers music festival in Montana this August. The two-day event near Cardwell will feature a stacked lineup of hip-hop and EDM artists, marking a significant shift in the state's typical country and rock-focused festival scene.

Why it matters

Rappin' the Rivers represents a notable expansion of Montana's music landscape, bringing high-profile hip-hop and electronic acts to a state better known for its country and rock festivals. The festival's diverse lineup and unique venue could help attract a new generation of music fans to the region.

The details

Doggface208, whose real name is Nathan Apodaca, rose to fame in 2020 with his viral TikTok video that showed him casually skateboarding and drinking cranberry juice while lip-syncing to Fleetwood Mac's 'Dreams.' Since then, he has leveraged his newfound fame into a music career, and will now headline the Rappin' the Rivers festival in Montana. The two-day event near Cardwell will also feature performances from a range of hip-hop and EDM artists, including Lil Uzi Vert, Megan Thee Stallion, and Marshmello.

  • Rappin' the Rivers is scheduled for August 7-8, 2026.
  • Doggface208's viral TikTok video first surfaced in 2020.

The players

Doggface208

Also known as Nathan Apodaca, he is a TikTok star who gained fame in 2020 for his viral skateboarding video set to Fleetwood Mac's 'Dreams,' and has since launched a music career.

Rappin' the Rivers

A two-day music festival taking place near Cardwell, Montana in August 2026, featuring a diverse lineup of hip-hop and EDM artists.

The Bridge at Three Forks

The venue hosting the Rappin' the Rivers festival, known for previously hosting major events like the Headwaters Country Jam.

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What they’re saying

“If you were on TikTok early, you probably remember when Nathan Apodaca, also known as Doggface208, blew up overnight. The video was about as simple as it gets. He was cruising on a skateboard, sipping Ocean Spray cranberry juice, and vibing to Fleetwood Mac. That was it. No production, no gimmicks. Just a mood.”

— Chris Wolfe, Author

What’s next

Tickets for Rappin' the Rivers are already on sale, and with a lineup featuring Doggface208 and other high-profile hip-hop and EDM acts, the festival is expected to attract significant attention and ticket demand in the coming months.

The takeaway

Rappin' the Rivers represents a significant shift in Montana's music festival landscape, bringing a diverse array of hip-hop and electronic artists to a state traditionally dominated by country and rock acts. The festival's unique venue and high-profile headliner in Doggface208 could help attract a new generation of music fans to the region and expand the state's cultural offerings.