Crystal Chanay
Crystal Chanay is an extravagant rapper and singer/songwriter hailing from Amsterdam. Expect an energetic and raw trap/drill sound. She always felt she never fitted in, so she created her own PARADI$E. Finding her voice through music and using the struggles she has faced with her mental health as fuel for succes. Think of her as a diamond: the pressure of life made her the woman she is today. With her music, Crystal encourages people to believe in their own unique strength.
MC Drivah
After hosting raves and main stages left, right and center such as Rampage, NOX, Sunrise Festival and Paaspop, MC Drivah knows exactly how to handle performing to a large audience. Equipped with an extremely diverse music taste and skillset, versatile and well experienced, rest assured that the microphone is in capable hands.
Min Taka
Taking her name from a myth of a vanishing planet, Min Taka shares her inner world through a genre-bending sound that moves between indie, liquid DnB, synth and hyperpop. Her songs reflect on themes of identity, belonging, femininity and connection. Min Taka’s sonic universe ranges from intimate and soft to intense electronic commotion. The pixie-pop artist’s latest album Partiyi Durdurun! (2023) was inspired by the likes of Mitski, Sassy 009, Cocteau Twins, Kero Kero Bonito and Charli XCX.
Narco Polo
Narco Polo is a Dutch rapper with roots spanning from Ghana to Java. With a heart pulsing with hip-hop vibes, he delivers raw tales and celebrates life in equal measure. His music effortlessly blends laid-back rap with trap, offering a unique perspective on life. Narco Polo is shaking up the Dutch rap scene with his car freestyle sessions, catching the attention of well-known names such as Adje, Joysilvio, Winne, RBdjan, Heffs and Willem. Rooted in diverse experiences, he promises to keep surprising with his musical versatility and genuine, down-to-earth outlook on life.
Bowl
Bowl brings post-punk with spoken vocals and garage rock or indie influences, offering a sound that's both mosh-worthy and danceable, yet equally enjoyable for a home listen. With their sharp and socially conscious lyrics, disorienting riffs, and gripping hooks, accompanied by solid drums and bass, they bring a massive energy wherever they play. Their songs delve into the experience of coming of age amidst the tumultuous crises of today, sparking meaningful conversations on topics like toxic masculinity. Guaranteed to get you off your feet just to knock you down again.
Staatseinde
The interstellar cosmonauts from Staatseinde have landed their spaceship in 2006 to bring their sound, described as ’Neue-Niederländische-Welle’ (New Dutch Wave), Robo-punk or bumper car-techno to earth. From wave to EBM, from NDW to punk and techno and everything else in and out of the box. Going to a show of Staatseinde is like going to the club meeting up with Kraftwerk on speed and The Sex Pistols on Acid. Staatseinde creates a theatrical mix of pulsing electro with nostalgic hopeful synth lines, all performed live with synthesizers, a sequencer and tantalizing vocals.