The project of experimental post-punk artist and writer Anna Francesca from Vienna, Beaks weaves revealing poetry through bodied anthems, landing somewhere in between waking life and a dream-sequence. A multidisciplinary artist, Beaks studied photography and graphic design while working as an international model, having walked for high-profile brands including Celine, Vivienne Westwood, Miu Miu, Chanel and more. Modeling, however, was always a side quest. In 2023 she released her debut single ‘I Dropped the Bottle’, which has since seen over 4 million streams and performed across tours in London, Tokyo and Berlin, cementing Beaks’ position as a resonant and immersive artist across multiple formats.

Hailing from Amsterdam but coming from various backgrounds, Altın Gün has captured the world’s imagination with an indelible fusion, for over five years now. The band combines psychedelic rock, deep funk, synthpop, cosmic reggae, and more with the rich and incredibly diverse traditions of Anatolian and Turkish folk music. Debut album On (2018) quickly captured the world’s attention and a year later the band earned a prestigious GRAMMY Award nomination for “Best World Album” with it’s sophomore LP Gece (2019).

Derya Yıldırım singt ein Lied, das sie von ihrer Großmutter kennt – ein anatolischer Volksklassiker: „Hop Bico“, das bedeutet „Hüpf herum, Bico“. Deryas Großmutter interpretierte das Stück auf ihre eigene Weise, Deryas Version ist ähnlich – und doch ganz anders. Das ist kein Zufall, sondern Konzept, denn Derya ist überzeugt: Wer ein altes Volkslied spielt, muss ihm etwas Eigenes hinzufügen, „sonst könnte man genauso gut die alte Platte auflegen“.

Als musikalisches Archiv kollektiver Erfahrungen umfasst das neue Album Yarın Yoksa Eigenkompositionen und featured drei traditionelle anatolische Volkslieder. Derya Yıldırım gibt ihre Stimme dem kulturellen Erbe ihrer Familie, einem Volksliedgut, das im Gestern schon da war und das es lange noch geben wird. Behutsam und respektvoll überträgt sie die Lieder in die Gegenwart, färbt sie psychedelisch ein und unterlegt sie mit hypnotischem Gesang. So wird dem Vorhandenen etwas Neues hinzugefügt, das die Erfahrungen von Generationen enthält, auch die der heutigen Gesellschaft.

Los Bitchos are a London-based instrumental band whose music is built on curiosity,collaboration, and celebration. Drawing inspiration from musical traditions across the globe, theycreate vibrant, cinematic, genre-defying songs that blend cumbia, surf rock, Turkishpsychedelia, Latin American rhythms, disco, and countless other influences into a sound that isunmistakably their own.Renowned for their exhilarating live performances, Los Bitchos have built an internationalfollowing through relentless touring and festival appearances around the world. Joyful,adventurous, and always open to new ideas, they make music that celebrates connection,inviting listeners into a colourful world where cultures meet, boundaries disappear, and themusic brings people together. For Los Bitchos, music is a shared experience—one that invitescuriosity, celebrates difference, and reminds us that the most exciting things happen whencultures come together.

Lebanon Hanover are an ice cold reply to the alienated world coming from two warm beating hearts. Larissa Iceglass and WilliamMaybelline appear as true romantics of the modern age, admiring William Wordsworth, fascinated by the beauty of art nouveau aesthetics, exploring British seashores and forests at night, whilst being inspired by the urbanism of Berlin.

Azerbaijan born Netherlands based Alizade is one of the most distinctive voices to emerge from Turkey’s new wave of rap artists. She transforms her personal stories into anthems of self-expression and rebellion through blending sharp lyricism with bold visuals. Since her breakout with viral tracks like strong following for her unapologetic attitude and visual storytelling that pushes boundaries. Alizade represents a new generation redefining femininity, fame, and freedom in contemporary Turkish music scene. Each performance, video, and collaboration expands her ever-evolving narrative, creating a daring world. Alizade embraces womanhood in her own unique way, expressing strength, confidence, and individuality through her music. Drawing inspiration from her personal experiences, she encourages women to be Uapologetically themselves and to stand proudly in their power.