Berlin music

Berlin music

As part of its 25th anniversary celebrations, Electronic Beats in collaboration with Kalkul hosted the European premiere of Erykah Badu's sound meditation at the Reethaus in Berlin. The event offered a rare proximity to the American neo soul singer in a space known for its contemplative architecture of concrete, glass, and reed. Designed by Austrian architect Monika Gogl as an homage to ancient temples, caves and other natural hollow spaces, the Reethaus provided a unique setting for the global icon.

im Rahmen des Music-Ambassador Programms unterstützen wir Einzelakteur*innen sowie kleine und mittlere Unternehmen aus Berlin beim Aufbau von Kontakten im internationalen Musikgeschäft. Wir freuen uns, euch in dieser Saison noch eine großartige Delegationsreise und Kooperation anbieten zu können, um eure Netzwerke zu stärken. Die PIN Music Conference & Showcase in Skopje, Nordmacedonien (27. - 29. November 2025) vernetzt Europas Musikwirtschaft; kompakt, praxisnah, persönlich. Unsere Delegationsreise gibt euch Zugang zu Panels, Showcases und fokussierten Networking-Formaten: die ideale Chance, Kontakte in Südosteuropa zu vertiefen und neue Kooperationen zu starten.

With her latest album, "Adagio," released under the renowned Sub Pop label, Σtella offers a lush auditory experience that wraps you in warmth, resonating like a cherished memory. Her music, rich with nylon-string guitars, ethereal percussion, and psychedelic elements, is a 27-minute reflection on the philosophical themes of love, longing, and the passage of time. Experience her unique blend of English and Greek lyrics, including the mesmerising "Omorfo Mou" and a revered cover of the 1969 Greek New Wave classic "Ta Vimata."

Between New York's after-hours and Berlin's basements, Dominga Huidobro and Ariana Paoletti found each other-now they're building a sanctuary of their own. Together, they lead ABOV, an emerging FLINTA collective grounded in refuge and liberation. Tracing back to the 1970s in Berlin from a lineage of intersectional spaces, FLINTA stands for Female, Lesbian, Intersex, Nonbinary, Trans, Agender, refining inclusive phrasing for some of the queer community's most excluded groups.

Ivo Dimchev, the provocative Bulgarian performance artist, choreographer, and musician, is celebrated as an "enfant terrible." His performances are an electrifying blend of physicality and genre-defying artistry, daringly delving into the complexities of sex, power, and desire. With a captivating mix of vocals, dramatic expressions, and striking staging, Dimchev pushes the limits of artistic expression, leaving audiences both dazzled and entranced.

Praised for her raw and honest writing style, Ola Bird captures the essence of contemporary romance through her evocative lyrics. As noted by The Berliner, "Bird's songwriting is raw and direct, blending vulnerability with sharp honesty." From navigating the murky waters of dating apps to tackling themes like patriarchy, feminism, human rights, and the stark realities of capitalism, Ola's message remains unfiltered and unapologetic.

In the electrifying landscape of 2025, Lucy Dreams is at the forefront of a revolutionary fusion of art and technology, reshaping the very essence of pop music. With their upcoming LP VVVVV, the band amplifies their iconic identity, combining the warmth of analogue with the cutting-edge pulse of the digital world. At the heart of this project is Lucy, their innovative artificial band member, who enhances their creative journey and challenges perceptions of collaboration.

In "FAN," Bambi infuses self-irony and humour, reflecting on the struggles faced while performing in venues that often lack basic comforts, like a fan to cool off from the heat of the spotlight. With a playful nod to their extravagant costumes, Bambi quips about the sauna-like conditions brought on by wearing heavy outfits in high temperatures, "self-made suffering," they jest.

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