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Jesse Hoefnagels

Jesse Hoefnagels proves why he’s one of the Netherlands’ most dynamic rising talents. Driven by a clear personal vision, he combines danceable energy with sensitive, conceptual lyrics that resonate and hit home with a new generation of listeners. On his EP *Wakker in het donker* and his follow-up EP *Dichter bij de dag*, introspective lyrics come together with a fresh electronic sound and atmospheric, layered productions, influenced by the night and the club and festival vibe.


Brik Tu-Tok

Moving as a phenomenon through the Belgian underground, musicians Linde Carrijn and Maxim Storms welcome you to their freaky, high-energy DIY universe. Their musical trip is a grotesque collage of catchy synth riffs, weird samples, raw old-school beats, and off-the-hook lyrics. Expect a high-energy party: a poetically disrupted catwalk, which will be bold and salty.


Glazyhaze

Influenced by shoegaze, dream pop and alternative sounds, this band from Venice ranges from dark atmospheres to dreamy soundscapes. Their debut album delves into the complexities of love, narrating a journey of self-discovery and emotional contrasts. Characterized by a personal sound and songwriting, they embrace bedroom pop, post-punk and art rock influences.


badtime

Born as a visual art collaboration in The Hague a few years ago, badtime quickly grew into a multi-disciplinary universe of its own. With electronic drumbeats, pulsating basslines, hypnotic synth and punky guitars, duo Kevin Schuitland and Ioana Ciora will make sure you won’t leave the dancefloor.


gala dragot

Björk's weirdness meets Rosalía's drama, but make it about doom-scrolling at 3am and wanting someone who doesn't exist: gala dragot makes art-pop for girls who feel too much. Bringing glitchy chaos, she serves strings that haunt you and electronics that hit differently. No filter, no label, just vibes and feelings.


New Candys

Conjuring dark, deviant rock’n’roll with hypnotic melodic twists, Italy’s New Candys are a must-see live act. From the canals of Venezia to legendary stages worldwide, Fernando Nuti and his band fuse gritty aggression with dreamlike introspection. Signed to cult label Fuzz Club, they’ve mesmerized audiences at SXSW, Levitation France, and Sydney Psych Fest, sharing stages with icons like The Brian Jonestown Massacre and The Black Angels. Praised by Iggy Pop as “kinky,” their unforgettable performances blur the line between chaos and beauty.


KIRARA

Get ready for an electrifying journey with KIRARA. Inspired by 1990s British dance music and 2000s Japanese electronica, the South Korean producer KIRARA crafts euphoric yet melancholic tracks using her computer and MIDI controllers. Entirely self-composed. Since 2014 she has carved out a shimmering universe of sound, releasing five full-length albums and numerous projects that blend delicate, emotional melodies with surging, dancefloor-driven energy. A seasoned live performer with 30+ shows a year, she has graced stages from SXSW to Ultra Korea and the Venice Biennale. Eight-time Korean Music Awards nominee and winner, her acclaimed album is essential listening for electronic music lovers.


ten56.

Fusing raw aggression, a crushing production and an outstanding stage presence, ten56. had cemented itself as a prominent force in the music industry. Bringing their uncompromising aesthetic, low-tuned guitars, crashing breakdowns and experimental samples, the band stands for a new sound at the interface of tech and extreme metal.


Croíthe

Known for their dark, atmospheric sound and intense live performances, these Dublin-based indie postpunkers bring moody guitars, driving basslines and raw vocals. Highly recommended for fans of Joy Division, The Murder Capital, and The Stone Roses.


Frozemode

Frozemode sits at the forefront of the explosive global rock-meets-rap movement. Drawing energy from icons like The Prodigy and Rage Against The Machine to the cutting-edge sounds of Skepta and Playboi Carti, London trio I.V.GATLIN, Lisong, and Cho-Hollo bring a bold, distinctive style and sound to every performance. Dive into the sonic storm that’s igniting the alternative scene and introducing audiences to rap in ways they’ve never experienced before.


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