Archives: Concerten

Brazen Barbie

Don’t mess with Brazen Barbie. Australia’s bold new voice in hip hop is quickly cutting through the noise with her unapologetic bars, sharp lyricism, playful punchlines, and fearless attitude. Uncompromising in the slightest, Brazen Barbie is here for the long run. First stop en route to the top: GROUNDS! Brazen’s music journey started in primary… Continue reading Brazen Barbie

Leenalchi

Two bass guitars, a drum and no fewer than four vocalists: with this unusual and unique line-up, South Korean band Leenalchi are wowing audiences worldwide with their fresh and danceable take on traditional Pansori. They already had GROUNDS buzzing with excitement back in 2022, and now they’re finally back! There’s no need to explain to… Continue reading Leenalchi

Roda da Holanda

Roda da Holanda represents an evening that revolves around Brazilian samba, dancing and connecting with the music and each other. What does that look like? The musicians are sitting around a table and you, as a listener, are standing next to them among countless others who are drawn to the stirring rhythms and melancholic sounds.… Continue reading Roda da Holanda

Kalben

With her original blend of folk, indie and acoustic pop, Turkish singer and songwriter Kalben has become one of the most distinctive voices to emerge from Istanbul. Drawing inspiration from artists such as PJ Harvey, Sevinç Tevs, Nazan Öncel, David Bowie and Tom Waits, she creates music that is intimate, poetic and emotionally direct. Kalben… Continue reading Kalben

Batuhan Akyil

This night, GROUNDS transforms into the heart of Istanbul’s rock and pop scene. Singer Batuhan Akyıl, who has performed on stages around the world, takes the audience on a musical journey through the vibrant sounds of Turkish rock and pop. With his powerful voice and presence, he performs beloved classics alongside iconic hits, blending energetic… Continue reading Batuhan Akyil

Bombino

Bombino is coming back to GROUNDS, this time with a brand new album! As pioneer of the next generation of Tuareg and new voice of the Sahel and Sahara, he puts an eternal sentiment to music and gives it a life of its own. His songs about peace and hope in trademark style fusing traditional… Continue reading Bombino

Trio da Kali

Trio Da Kali is a group of outstanding musicians from the Mande culture of southern Mali, who come from a long line of distinguished griots (hereditary musicians). With vocals, the ngoni and the balafon, they create authentic Malian music that moves you to the core. All three Da Kali members come from celebrated hereditary musical… Continue reading Trio da Kali

World Sessions: Los Van Van

World Sessions & GROUNDS present: The music of Los Van Van This edition, we celebrate the music of the legendary Cuban band Los Van Van. Bring your dancing shoes, because their unique fusion of charanga, timba, and songo will transport you straight to Cuba! This special tribute features a line-up of well-known musicians from the… Continue reading World Sessions: Los Van Van

Melina

Playful, honest and extremely infectious: Melina is a fresh, up-and-coming artist who loves to experiment with traditional sounds. With her enchanting voice, this Greek Siren will lure you relentlessly to GROUNDS on 8 May, where she will seduce you into following her to her wonderful world. Melina was born into a family where the oral… Continue reading Melina