The Essence of Ultra Music Festival in 10 Photos

Meet Scott Roth. He was one out of eight finalists for Talenthouse's photograph contest (partnered with Steve Angello and Drew "Rukes" Ressler) thanks to his breathtaking photo of Swedish House Mafia situated behind him in this picture.
The photo won Scott an invitation to this year's Winter Music Conference - and VIBE's attention - which is why we tapped the 27-year-old shutterbug to photograph the true essence of the 15th annual Ultra Music Festival. Here's what he found.see more after cut...

 

 

Laidback Luke working the decks at the Dim Mak Pool Party in the Raleigh Hotel.

 

 

Steve Aoki joins Luke onstage to commence 'the wave'.

 

 

Carl Cox is feeling the Miami heat as Ultra hoards flock to his own personal "Carl Cox & Friends" stage.

 

 

It just wouldn't be a true dance music festival without an appearance by Kryoman.

 

 

Yup, Ultra also features aerialists.

 

 

Dillon Francis checks out the latest text A-Trak received on his phone. 

 

 

Diplo flips VIBE some gangsta signs. 

 

 

The Ultra Music Festival main stage, celebrating 15 years of rave culture.

 

 

Armin's venue will put you into a 'state of trance'.