Berlin music

Berlin music

Brought to life by an international ensemble of ten talented performers, YOUME/ALIEN creates an atmosphere rich with experimental vocal techniques and an eclectic mix of instrumental sounds from strings, winds, percussion, and electronics. This captivating blend results in an otherworldly auditory experience that is further enhanced by pulsating light, evocative fragments of text, and choreographed movement. The music and text fluidly evolve, shattering conventional compositions and embracing their transformative, collective nature.

VARLEY's sound is an evolving tapestry of heartfelt, genre-fluid music, rooted in the courage to express. With their new upcoming single, the duo ventures into the nuanced emotional terrain between clinging to love and the painful act of letting go. Through intimate, confessional lyrics, the track poignantly tells the tale of realisation, the bittersweet moment when you awaken to a love that is "halfway out the"

At night in New York, builds worlds out of voltage and digital wavelengths. His story begins in northwest Arkansas, where Nicholas Long grew up among his father's guitars and the hum of Passing Note Studio. A Depeche Mode concert in 1991 flipped the switch, sending him home with a Roland Juno 106 that became his permanent obsession. From then on, he spoke in oscillators and filters, carrying the studio's name forward after his father's death as a gesture of memory and continuity.

Breathing, shooting and snorting fire, rolling, dancing and marching, Star Wars characters, deranged motor contraptions and, of course, the Mad Hatter and his tea partiers will hit the streets Saturday in what is arguably Vallejo's signature event. Berkeley had its How Berkeley Can You Be parade, San Francisco has the Pride Parade and Vallejo has the Mad Hatter Parade, now in its 15th year.

In a world where comparisons, performance pressure, and the incessant feeling of inadequacy dominate, many young people struggle to find their place. Enter 21-year-old newcomer Joshua Mose from Berlin, who captures these sentiments perfectly in his new single, "Imposter." This German-language track resonates deeply with generations facing similar challenges. Follow: @ moseohnehoseTikTokPhotos by Grace Robertson I first discovered Joshua while mindlessly scrolling through Instagram and was instantly captivated by his talent.

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.

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.