Min Taka

Min Taka offers a glimpse into her inner world with a captivating blend of indie, synth-pop, hyperpop and Turkish influences. One moment soft and intimate, the next bursting with electronic energy. Although her stage name is based on the myth of a lost paradise, Min Taka is currently proving herself to be the rising star… Continue reading Min Taka

De Baron

With generous doses of polder punk, Balkan brass and Saharan sounds, De Baron takes you on a musical journey from west to east. With one goal in mind: to throw a big party wherever they go. Because every attempt to make the world a little better deserves to be celebrated. De Baron lovingly blends anarchism… Continue reading De Baron

Plein Public: The Bird Experience

| Plein Public takes place at Piet Heynsplein. Plein Public will transform the Piet Heynsplein in Rotterdam-Delfshaven into a vibrant meeting place full of free concerts, theatre performances, workshops, and more. On Friday 29 May and 5 June, GROUNDS will make sure you start the weekend dancing. And are you curious about Plein Public’s full… Continue reading Plein Public: The Bird Experience

Songhoy Blues

Songhoy Blues is one of the most outstanding and surprising desert blues bands around today. Refugees from northern Mali and now based in Bamako, they pay musical tribute to the ancient Songhoy traditions. And now, they finally bring their masterful new take on the desert blues sound to GROUNDS! Charismatic, articulate and creative, the band… Continue reading Songhoy Blues

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

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