Gotu Jim
Rapper Gotu Jim’s journey is nothing short of legendary. From student king to internet sensation to style icon, he’s been rising nonstop and if he weren’t so down-to-earth, people would be calling him a superstar by now. Secretly, maybe he always dreamed of being a DJ, but the hip-hop scene is absolutely richer with this charismatic rising star behind the mic. In 2024, he broke through with ‘Misschien Kwijt’, a viral TikTok hit that quickly turned into a full-blown festival anthem. His sound remains unmistakably Jim: dark and emotional, yet always wrapped in a smile, with those catchy, sing-along hooks you just can’t shake. With his raunchy lyrics and wavy beats, Gotu Jim has already teamed up with artists like Faberyayo and Merol. He’s rocked stages at Solar, Lowlands, and Pukkelpop, while his album ‘Niet Geslapen Wel Gedoucht’ earned a nomination for a prestigious 3voor12 Award. The hip-hop scene is lucky to have this genuinely talented and down-to-earth artist rising fast.
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.
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.
Psychedelic Porn Crumpets
Hailing from Australia, Psychedelic Porn Crumpets are a beloved psych rock band that’s been releasing records and tearing up stages for the past six years. Often mentioned in the same breath as fellow Aussies Tame Impala and King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard—key players in the country’s modern psych scene—the Crumpets crank their guitars just a notch more hysterical. Their sound? Dazzling multi-layered harmonies, chunky, fuzz-drenched riffs, and delicate ambient detours.
This year, they return with Carpe Diem, Moonman (2025)—their weirdest, heaviest, and most strangely beautiful creation to date. If you’re into all creatures great and small, buckle up: this wild explosion of realism, wonder, excitement, dog bites, Greek philosophy, weekend mongrelisms and “what country are we in?” energy is your new retrospective pen-pal. A tale of agnostic jubilation, wrapped in sonic chaos.
Eosine
Eosine is a Liège-based indie rock band led by 22-year-old Elena Lacroix, blending shoegaze dreaminess with psychedelic depth and progressive twists. Their sound—textured, emotional, and immersive—evokes the likes of My Bloody Valentine, Lush, and Psychotic Monks, yet pulses with its own distinct energy. Known for their mesmerizing live shows, Eosine quickly built a reputation as one of Belgium’s most exciting new acts. In 2023, they signed with Mayway Records (home to The Haunted Youth, DIRK., and Meskerem Mees), and have since played festivals like Les Nuits Botanique, Dour, and Left Of The Dial. With new singles on the way and their EP Liminal set for release soon, Eosine is already working toward a debut album that promises to push their sound even further.
Tramhaus
Tramhaus is the daring postpunk sensation from the restless and ever-innovative city of Rotterdam. In the span of its relatively short existence, Tramhaus has managed to make a name far beyond the borders of their hometown. Marked by their joyous and energetic experience, the band has proven to be able to convey this message both in live and recorded settings. The music of Tramhaus feels like a soundtrack to a vivacious, mysterious, and dangerous story. There is no room to lean back as the band takes you with them in a drag race full of emotions and euphoria driven by streamlined, fiery songs mixed with fragile and abstract tones. This whole spectacle is fueled by the near-symbiotic relationship between the five band members.
The Haunted Youth
The Haunted Youth, the band of 29-year-old Joachim Liebens, has become a Belgian indie sensation in no time. The songs, often about the struggle of life coated in gloriously dreamy guitars and synths, are therapy to Liebens and strike a chord with indie lovers all over Europe and even the US. Every single is a hit and debut album Dawn Of The Freak is enthusiastically received by the critics and adored by the fans. With a red-hot live reputation to boot, The Haunted Youth are here to stay.
Ão
Ão is a young and exciting Belgian four-piece blending saudade, indie and subtle electronica, topped off with the phenomenal voice of frontwoman Brenda Corijn. Drawing on her Mozambican-Portuguese roots, Corijn sings in Portuguese and English, her lyrics entwining with Siebe Chau’s southern guitar, the ambient sounds and production of Jolan Decaestecker and the eclectic percussion of Bert Peyffers. Their intoxicating sound is now evolving into something deeper and danceable, much like FKA Twigs, Lhasa de Sela, Arooj Aftab, Çeu and James Blake. Expect nothing short of a mind-blowing, unique and exhilarating live-experience.
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.