Maan
Maan is without a doubt one of the most successful pop artists in the Netherlands. In 2022, she sold out the Ziggo Dome, and her smash hit ‘Stiekem’ (with Goldband) became the most streamed song in the Netherlands on Spotify in 2023. After taking a step back to reconnect with her musical roots, Maan returns with her brand-new album Eclips — a bold, emotional journey that showcases her artistic growth. Joined by her live band, Maan brings a fresh new show filled with stunning visuals, raw energy, and of course, brand-new music. Don’t miss this chance to experience the next phase of Maan.
SUPERSTRINGS
SUPERSTRINGS is a dynamic group of five emerging artists redefining the trance scene. Drawing inspiration from the golden era of emotional trance anthems, they mix nostalgic vibes with a playful twist, featuring all-white outfits, their 'Show your emotions'- motto, all-caps captions, and a neon green dolphin mascot. While their approach is light-hearted, their DJ sets are deeply skilled, blending iconic 90s and 2000s trance classics with modern sounds. SUPERSTRINGS is also known for sold-out parties across the country, creating massive, euphoric events that attract new generations of trance fans. Their rise culminated in a collaboration with Armin van Buuren, remixing Prototype’s ‘Soundpiercing,’ paying tribute to the emotional core of trance. Don't miss the chance to be part of this stirring movement.
Aili
Get ready for an unforgettable night as Belgian-Japanese electro-pop duo Aili takes the stage! Their debut album ‘Nandakke?’ blends dreamy electro-pop and house with deeply personal tales of Japanese fashion and family traditions. Tracks like ‘Fashion’ and ‘Babychan’ have garnered airtime on influential stations such as KEXP and KCRW, while landing on major Spotify playlists like Metropolis and Pollen, reaching millions of listeners. The album even claimed the top spot on KCRW’s Top 30 Album Chart. Known for their high-voltage live performances, Aili has graced legendary stages, toured alongside L’Impératrice, and sold-out clubs across Japan. Their playful dynamic and electrifying stage presence captivate audiences, leaving them spellbound.
Babymorocco
Swaggy. Sexy. Supercharged. Babymorocco isn’t just performing, he’s detonating dancefloors. Imagine the chaotic ecstasy of a 2AM basement rave: sweat dripping, bass rattling your ribcage and you're still only halfway to what he’s about to bring. A sonic sugar rush of trash-pop, 2-step, happy hardcore, and BPM chaos, Babymorocco is hurtling full speed into his solo era with zero brakes. Think Justice meets Lindsay Lohan, with a heavy dash of glitter, distortion, and dirty pop rebellion. He’s melted minds on stage with Dorian Electra, Jockstrap, Frost Children, and even at Shygirl’s Boiler Room. Now, he’s bringing his genre-smashing, style-drenched madness to Hit The City. If you're looking for subtlety, stay home. If you're ready to sweat, scream, and lose yourself in the most unhinged party of the year; we’ll see you front row.
Brunzyn
Straight outta Vlaardingen: Brunzyn! He’s is not just an artist, he’s the vice president of Albino Sports, an independent label making major moves. After a lifetime of vibing to hip-hop, he now spits relatable bars over blazing beats, always keeping the crowd on its toes. A true man of the people, Brunzyn builds a real connection with his audience and when he hits the stage, it shows. With explosive projects like ‘B2’, ‘Albino Sports Vol. 1’ (with Joost Klein), and ‘Meer Dan Een Meme’, you already know he’s about to tear it all down. Expect high energy, slick moves, and moshpits that’ll shake basement.
Buunshin
Step into a world where sound becomes emotion, and bass tells stories. Buunshin, the Dutch prodigy, is the genre-defying force behind some of the most forward-thinking bass music of our time. Mentored by legends like Noisia and championed by global icons such as Skrillex, Flume, Porter Robinson, and Chris Lake, Buunshin's rise has been nothing short of meteoric. Drawing inspiration from the fragility of life, the light that exists in the dark, and the suffering inherent in the human experience, Buunshin translates musical ideas in a way that reminds us of the vastness of the universe. He studies relentlessly, experiments with new technologies, embraces enchanting vocals, maximizes bass sounds, and evokes nostalgia; all to tell stories that explore our deepest thoughts.
DITZ
DITZ create forward-thinking noise rock/post-punk, featuring a vast array of pedal effects and drawing influence from '80s and '90s post-hardcore and noise rock. Their latest album, Never Exhale (2025), is the sound of a band that hasn’t stopped to catch a breath — hardly surprising, given their relentless touring schedule (including support slots for IDLES). Sonically, the album is rooted in the usual DITZ touchstones such as classic noise rock like The Jesus Lizard and Shellac, or the obtuse post-punk of The Fall, while also introducing fresh influences.
With their last show at Hit The City in a packed Café The Jack still fresh in our memories, DITZ have solidified their reputation for ferocious live performances. We’re talking festivals played less than 24 hours after the drummer dislocated his shoulder, mid-set lake dives, and even having the French police shut down their Paris instore due to noise complaints. DITZ are as much an assault on the senses as they are one of the most exciting bands in the current UK punk scene.
The Chisel
Some things never go out of style. Blasting out of the London punk scene with Oi! hooks and hardcore stomp, The Chisel deliver a sound that’s as timeless as it is thrilling. On their second album, What A Fucking Nightmare (2024), they crank things up even further—16 tracks of pure, anthemic aggression.
Formed in 2020 from the same scene that gave us Violent Reaction, Arms Race, and Chubby & The Gang, The Chisel blend UK82 grit with old-school hardcore fury—and a surprising melodic punch. Frontman Callum Graham’s snarling-yet-singable vocals drive the band from feral street punk into arms-raised singalongs. What A Fucking Nightmare is punk in its purest form: sweaty, vital, and unforgettable. Make no mistake—this is The Chisel’s world, and we’re just lucky to stomp around in it.
SØWT
Dutch noise rock band SØWT returns with Is This The Hard Part? (2025) —a searing, shape-shifting record born out of wreckage and resilience. Following the success of 2023’s Kids Hurting Kids and a European tour with grunge legends Mudhoney and Canadians METZ, the Eindhoven-based band was hit hard: their rehearsal space and venue Stroomhuis burned down with all their gear inside, their record masters vanished, and their pressing plant went bust.
But instead of retreating, SØWT doubled down. Their third album dives headfirst into distortion, tension, and texture—equal parts visceral and melodic. Guitars snarl, rhythms lurch and punch, and frontwoman Danielle Warners’ bass anchors it all with a fierce pulse. It’s heavy, heady, and hauntingly hooky—channeling the spirit of the ‘90s through a lens that feels unmistakably now. Is This The Hard Part? is a testament to survival through sound. DIY to the core and impossible to pin down, SØWT continues to turn noise into something deeply human—and weirdly addictive.
KEG
Bursting with a frenzied love for the ‘song’, KEG toe the line between jagged post-rock energy and a deep-rooted flair for harmony and craft. Nodding to Minutemen, Fugazi and Radio 4, they bend genres without straying far from the rock realm. With seven members, Keg generate a joyful chaos—barbed guitars, skewed synths, blasts of trombone, and glimpses into a confused man’s mind. They swing from college rock to hardcore and wander into ambient and melodic terrain, always restless, always evolving.
Their EPs Assembly (2021) and Girders (2022) earned praise from NME, Loud and Quiet, So Young, and BBC Radio 6. Now they return with their anxiously awaited debut Fun’s Over in early 2025—and the chaos continues.