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FolkKardio
Latvia
19:45–20:30 / NOV 5 / OUTDOOR STAGE curated by ALL FOLKED UP
FOLK KARDIO is an energetic Latvian folk dance experience combining traditional dances, live music, and movement. Led by professional folk dancers and musicians, it brings people together through lively circle, chain, and couple dances from Latvia and beyond. Open to everyone regardless of experience, FOLK KARDIO transforms folklore into a fun, interactive celebration of music, culture, and dance.
F.K. Upite
Latvia
19:00–19:30 / NOV 5 / OUTDOOR STAGE curated by ALL FOLKED UP
Founded in 1980 in Northern Latgale, Folklore Group “Upīte” blends authentic Latvian folk traditions with contemporary arrangements and original music. Combining traditional instruments, rich vocal harmonies, and modern storytelling, the group brings Latgalian culture to life through energetic performances. Having toured across Europe, Asia, Africa, and Latin America, FKUpīte continues to connect cultural heritage with modern audiences.
Trakula
Latvia
18:15–18:45 / NOV 5 / OUTDOOR STAGE curated by ALL FOLKED UP
Trakula is a Latvian folk and early music ensemble with 20 years of experience exploring historical musical traditions. Blending medieval influences with Latvian folk music, the group creates a distinctive sound through traditional instruments and diverse musical backgrounds. Their performances bring together centuries-old melodies, cultural heritage, and fresh interpretations.
Vilkači
Latvia
17:30–18:00 / NOV 4 / OUTDOOR STAGE curated by LAUSKA
Vilkači is a Latvian folklore and historical reenactment group with over 25 years of experience preserving ancient traditions. Performing traditional war songs with folk instruments, the group brings Latvia’s warrior heritage to life through powerful vocals and authentic 10th–12th-century costumes. Their performances celebrate Latvian history, cultural identity, and the spirit of ancient warriors.
Brease
Poland
19:50–20:30 / NOV 5 / EZĪTIS MIGLĀ curated by SOFAR SOUNDS RIGA
BREASE is a Warsaw-based band creating heartfelt, feel-good music that blends playful melodies with genuine emotion. Their sound is warm, uplifting, and sometimes bittersweet, inviting listeners to feel grounded, happy, and connected. With an easygoing approach and expressive songwriting, BREASE brings a refreshing sense of authenticity to their music.
SHWR
Lithuania
19:40–20:20 / NOV 4 / Rocket Bean stage curated by TVNET
SHWR is a Lithuanian alternative band blending hip-hop, funk, jazz, and rock. After gaining recognition in music competitions, they reached a wider audience through Lithuania’s 2023 Eurovision National Selection with “Impossible.” Their releases include Shampoo, Last Moments Of, and the double vinyl Follow the Light (2024). Named Alternative Band of the Year at the 2024 M.A.M.A. Awards, SHWR is currently working on a new EP planned for 2026.
Jacob Fortyhands
Germany
20:00–20:40 / NOV 4 / Angārs MAIN stage curated by RMW
Jacob Fortyhands is a German indie rock band known for their energetic sound, catchy melodies, and emotionally driven songwriting. Blending elements of alternative rock and indie pop, the band combines dynamic guitar riffs, expressive vocals, and infectious rhythms to create a fresh and engaging musical experience. Their music balances raw energy with melodic depth, bringing an authentic and vibrant atmosphere to their live performances.
Trio Elpo
Latvia
22:30–23:10 / NOV 4 / EZĪTIS MIGLĀ curated by STILL FIGURE
TRIO ELPO is a Latvian musical trio bringing together contemporary sounds, creative expression and a fresh approach to live performance. Blending musical influences with a distinctive artistic identity, the group creates an engaging atmosphere through its performances, offering audiences a unique musical experience.
Might Delete Later
Latvia
23:20–00:00 / NOV 5 / Angārs NA Events stage curated by Every Little Thing
Might Delete Later is a female-led electronic project where voicemails become dance music. Combining original production, vocals and live sampling, she transforms messages from a public phone line into energetic performances. Each show is unique, with audience voicemails becoming part of the music—even allowing fans to hear their own voices on stage.
Elle Valenci
France
19:20–20:00 / NOV 5 / Angārs NA Events stage curated by Every Little Thing
Elle Valenci is a French electropop artist and composer based in Lyon, blending electronic production, pop and soul with her hypnotic voice and cinematic atmosphere. Her breakthrough single “Perfect Blue” has surpassed 30 million streams worldwide and earned Gold certification, establishing her as a rising name in the contemporary electropop scene.
SADU
Estonia
18:00–18:40 / NOV 5 / Angārs NA Events stage curated by Every Little Thing
SADU is an Estonian band formed in 2025, blending powerful feminine energy with themes of courage, honesty and vulnerability. Their debut album Probleemid Paradiisis has surpassed 10.3 million streams, earned six music awards and placed regularly in Spotify’s Top 50 Estonia.
ELPO
Latvia
20:40–21:20 / NOV 5 / Angārs NA Events stage curated by Every Little Thing
ELPO is a Latvian electronic duo formed by Amanda Bašmakova (Bash!) and Mārtiņš Makreckis (Makree). Debuting in 2023 with Rožu dārzs, the duo blends electronic sounds with catchy melodies and an uplifting energy. Their debut album Brīvību Meklējot was released in 2026, earning ELPO two consecutive GAMMA nominations for Artist of the Year in the Electronic Dance Music category.
Khamsin
France
22:40–23:20 / NOV 4 / Angārs NA Events stage curated by RMW
Khamsin is a Paris-based French electronic artist and composer with over 30M streams, blending melodic electronic, future garage and indie electronica. His cinematic sound combines nostalgic textures, intricate production and powerful melodies, inspired by artists like Fred again.. and The Blaze. His music has been supported by Madeon, Petit Biscuit and What So Not, and featured in campaigns for Chanel, Nissan, Canal+, MTV and more. He has collaborated with artists including Petit Biscuit, Lilly Wood and The Prick, Joris Delacroix, Asdek and BLOWSOM.
Muovipussi
Finland
23:20–00:00 / nov 5 / M stage curated by summer sound
Muovipussi is a Finnish electronic music trio formed in 2018 by Milla Lahtinen, Niklas Blomberg and Heidi Finnberg. Known for explosive, punk-infused performances, the band combines virtuosic playing, fast rapping, growling and theatrical energy into a deliberately unpredictable live experience. Their boundary-pushing shows have taken them to festivals including Le Guess Who?, Bad Bonn Kilbi, Fusion, Nyege Nyege, Sziget and Eurosonic. Muovipussi challenges audiences to let go of convention and embrace the unexpected.
JKLN
Germany
22:00–22:40 / NOV 5 / Angārs NA Events stage curated by Every Little Thing
JKLN is a Berlin-based electronic artist, producer and vocalist originally from Kyiv. Blending house, techno, electronica and cinematic pop, she creates emotionally driven music with powerful vocals and a distinctive cross-genre sound. Her releases on Ultra Records, KMS Records and Smash Deep Records have received support from international artists including Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike and Idris Elba.
Postman
Ukraine
18:00–18:40 / nov 5 / M stage crated by Summer Sound
Postman (Kostiantyn Pochtar) is a Ukrainian multi-instrumentalist, singer and songwriter whose music blends folk rock, psychedelic rock and baroque pop with rich arrangements. His international performances include Europavox, Zermatt Unplugged, Fusion, Sziget, Open’er Festival and OFF Festival, as well as appearances on Arte and Radio FIP. His latest EP *Phantasma*, released in 2026 via French label La Mission, received widespread critical acclaim and strong radio support across France. Through his music, Postman brings contemporary Ukrainian sound to an international audience.
Frankie Animal
Estonia
22:15–22:55 / NOV 5 / Angārs Atmosphere curated by BOBE
Frankie Animal is an Estonian alternative-pop/rock trio known for nostalgic sounds, catchy hooks, soaring guitars and modern production, led by Marie M. Vaigla’s distinctive vocals. They have performed at major festivals including Tallinn Music Week, Positivus, Eurosonic Noorderslag and Waves Vienna, establishing themselves as a prominent name in Estonia’s alternative scene. In 2018, they reached the finals of Eesti Laul, watched by over 200,000 people, and have repeatedly charted on Estonia’s Raadio 2 year-end charts.
Marta
Latvia
20:55–21:35 / NOV 5 / Angārs Atmosphere stage curated by BOBE
Marta is a Latvian singer and songwriter known for honest, catchy pop with an edge. Since beginning her songwriting career in 2015, she has become a notable name in Latvia with hit singles and acclaimed albums. Since 2023, Marta has expanded internationally, collaborating with artists across the UK and Sweden and writing in English. Her music has been featured by BBC Radio 1, Notion, EARMILK and Wonderland, while her latest album, Wrong Woman (According to the Rule Book), showcases her signature blend of emotional honesty and irresistible pop melodies.
Vilnius JJAZZ Ensemble
Lithuania
23:50–00:30 / nov 4 / Ezītis Miglā stage curated by Still figure
Founded in 2023, Vilnius JJAZZ Ensemble is a contemporary jazz orchestra led by composer, arranger and trombonist Jievaras Jasinskis. Built around collective creativity, the ensemble combines original compositions from its members with jazz, pop, rock, electronic, fusion and contemporary influences. With five albums and international tours across Europe and Asia, the ensemble has established a distinctive genre-defying sound. In 2026, Odd Numbers received the inaugural M.A.M.A. Award for Jazz Album of the Year.
Lavine
Germany
22:30–23:10 / NOV 5 / Ezītis Miglā stage curated by Sofar Sounds
Lavine is a Berlin-based Danish indie-pop duo creating cinematic alt-pop built around intimacy, atmosphere and emotional depth. Blending ambient synths, textured guitars and visual storytelling, the duo has quickly toured across eight European countries, supporting acts including Pacifica, Cari Cari and Blue Foundation.
Laimas Muzykanti
Latvia
20:45–21:15 / NOV 4 / Outdoor stage curated by Lauska
Laimas Muzykanti is a Latvian ethno-rock band founded in Daugavpils in 1995 and led by musician and folklorist Artūrs Uškāns. Their music combines traditional Latvian folk songs and instruments with energetic polka rhythms, rock guitar riffs and contemporary arrangements. Over three decades, the band has evolved from an authentic folk approach into a high-energy sound that brings Latvian folk music to audiences around the world. In 2026, Laimas Muzykanti celebrated their 30th anniversary with a series of special concerts.
Kalnejas
Latvia
19:00–19:30 / NOV 4 / Outdoor stage curated by Lauska
Kalnejas is a Latvian acoustic trio blending folklore, jazz and the intimacy of the singer-songwriter tradition. Their music combines reimagined traditional songs with original compositions, self-written lyrics and fragments from Latvia’s folk song archive. Formed in 2017, the trio creates a minimal, atmospheric sound that offers space and calm amid modern life. Kalnejas has released the musical trilogy Lejas I–III.
Human Natures
Portugal
20:40–21:20 / NOV 4 / M stage curated by I Love You Records
HUMAN NATURES’ debut album ELECTRIC DREAMS condenses 15 years of music into 12 tracks blending dream-rock, shoegaze, indie pop, ambient and experimental sounds. Shimmering guitars, ethereal vocals and layered synths create an immersive sound that balances influences from Beach House, Radiohead, Slowdive and Tame Impala with a distinct identity. The album explores emotional dualities and the fragile relationship between humanity and the planet. Released in November 2025, ELECTRIC DREAMS is available digitally and as a double LP vinyl edition.
Sibyl Vane
Estonia
22:20–23:00 / NOV 4 / Rocket Bean stage curated by TVNET
Sibyl Vane is an Estonian alternative rock band blending raw guitar energy, atmospheric electronics and emotionally direct songwriting. Fronted by vocalist and guitarist Helena Randlaht, the band is known for intense live performances and a distinctive visual identity. Their fourth studio album *VORTEX*, released in March 2026, expands their sound with electronic textures while exploring themes of fragile relationships and human connection.
DABA
Latvia
18:20–19:00 / NOV 4 / Rocket Bean stage curated by TVNET
Daba (Deniels Bērziņš) is a Riga-based singer, songwriter and producer creating atmospheric alternative and indie pop rooted in honest, personal storytelling. A former Latvian X-Factor finalist and Supernova participant, he has developed a distinctive sound built around warm guitar textures, subtle production and intimate melodies. His recent releases, including *Gribu mājās* and *Panic Attack*, turn personal experiences into relatable songs, performed both solo and with a live band. With new music on the way, Daba continues to shape his place in the Baltic alternative scene.
Pacific K
Latvia
21:00–21:40 / nov 4 / Rocket Bean stage curated by TVNET
Pacific K is led by Latvian songwriter and musician Kristaps Bedritis, blending cinematic indie-folk, ambient textures and atmospheric rock. Rooted in storytelling and reflections on nature, the project explores the emotional space between solitude and connection through intricate, lush arrangements. Pacific K has performed across Europe and the Baltics, including opening for FINK and Eyre Llew. Their latest single, *Heat of the Moment* (2026), marks a new chapter as they prepare for their next album. Pacific K will perform a special solo set at this year's Riga Music Week.
EL CHICO FUENDRE
Lithuania
23:20–00:00 / NOV 4 / M stage curated by I Love You Records
El Chico Fuendre is a Vilnius-based electronic music group that consists of three performers: two composers and a chemist. Formed in 2020 and through the years the group has released 5 albums, and gained sympathy from Lithuanian listeners through the diversity of music genres in their works.
Tribes of the City
Latvia
00:00–00:40 / NOV 4 / Angārs NA Events stage curated by RMW
Tribes of the City is a shoegaze and dreampop band from Riga, Latvia, formed in 2003. With five full-length albums, the band has gained nationwide recognition and was nominated for Best Baltic Act at the 2007 MTV Europe Music Awards. Their 2019 album *Rust and Gold* won an Austra’s Award for Best Album of the Year, while their latest record *Evidence of Embrace* has received widespread critical acclaim.
Stūrī zēvele
Latvia
21:20–22:00 / NOV 4 / Angārs NA Events stage curated by RMW
Latvian indie music collective Stūrī Zēvele is a key name in the local alternative scene, known for its melodic sound, rich instrumentation and connection to Latvian poetry. In 2026, their album arLabunakti won Best Indie or Alternative Music Recording at the Zelta mikrofons awards, while the group also received an award for Best Concert Recording. They were additionally honored with the Lasi.lv Readers’ Choice Award, further highlighting their presence in Latvia’s contemporary music scene.
Press the Button
Lithuania
23:35–00:15 / NOV 5 / Angārs Atmosphere stage curated by BOBE
Press the Button is a Lithuanian duo formed at the Lithuanian Academy of Music and Theatre, where two composition students stopped overthinking and started making music together. Blending different songwriting, arranging, and performance styles, they create genre-fluid music exploring uncertainty, connection, and meaning.
Grete
Lithuania
20:55–21:35 / NOV 4 / Angārs Atmosphere stage curated by BOBE
Grete (Grėtė Eitmantytė) is a Lithuanian singer, songwriter, and producer currently based between Lithuania and Manchester, UK. Blending alternative pop, R&B, soul, and electronic influences, she is known for emotionally rich vocals, jazz-inspired harmonies, and self-produced music. Grete first gained national recognition as a finalist on The Voice of Lithuania in 2018 and has since released the EPs Grey and Cry in Colour, along with Lithuanian-language singles including Sukasi galva and Palieku save. She was also a participant in Lithuania's Eurovision 2026 national selection with the song PARADE.
Antikvariniai Kašpirovskio dantys
Lithuania
19:35–20:15 / NOV 5 / Angārs Atmosphere stage curated by BOBE
Antikvariniai Kašpirovskio dantys (AKD) are a Lithuanian alternative band known for their energetic, theatrical sound, blending Balkan, Latin, reggae, post-punk, polka and mariachi influences. With their unique humor and wild stage presence, AKD have released four albums, played hundreds of shows across Europe, Asia and North America, and earned multiple Lithuanian Music Awards. Their 2015 hit “Į Venesuelą” topped Lithuanian charts and unexpectedly went viral in Venezuela.
Matērija
Latvia
23:50–00:30 / NOV 5 / Ezītis Miglā stage curated by Sofar Sounds
Matērija is an instrumental trio from Riga blending 80s-inspired synths, processed flute, live drums, and electronic textures into immersive, improvisation-driven soundscapes. Their music shifts between dense electronic layers and intimate acoustic moments, combining organic sounds with experimental noise. Since forming in 2024, Matērija have been actively performing while developing their debut album.
Kuolm randõ / Trīs krasti
Latvia
17:30–18:00 / NOV 5 / Outdoor stage curated by ALL FOLKED UP
“Kuolm randõ / Trīs krasti” is a cross-genre world music project blending Livonian culture with contemporary original music and poetry. The project has performed at Tallinn Music Week, Somugru Night and the Porta World Music Festival. Their debut vinyl, *No. 1*, was nominated for two Zelta Mikrofons awards in 2025, while Elīna Ose received a GAMMA Award nomination for Artist of the Year in the Cross-Genre category.
Annika Lanka
Latvia
18:30–19:10 / NOV 5 / Ezītis Miglā stage curated by Sofar Sounds
Annika is a Latvian composer and pianist blending ethereal soundscapes with warmth and emotional depth. Drawing inspiration from artists such as Ólafur Arnalds and George Winston, her music moves between intimate piano compositions and atmospheric electronic textures, inviting moments of introspection and wonder.
Pulse effect
Latvia
15:45–16:15 / NOV 4 / Outdoor stage curated by Lauska
PULSE EFFECT is a Latvian cross-genre music collective blending electronic music, expressive vocals and organic rhythms into immersive live experiences. Founded by percussionist and composer Dzintars Vīksna, the project has evolved from multidisciplinary stage productions into a distinctive contemporary sound driven by experimentation. At Riga Music Week, PULSE EFFECT will present its newest live programme featuring vocalist Kristīne Pastare, previewing music from their upcoming album and a new chapter of cinematic electronic soundscapes.
Nielslens Lielsliens
Latvia
21:10–21:50 / NOV 5 / Ezītis Miglā stage curated by Sofar Sounds
Nielslens Lielsliens is a contemporary folk trio blending soulful Latvian melodies with North and West African-inspired rhythms. Active since 2009, the band has released four albums and is known for intimate, engaging performances in unconventional venues. Their latest album, Negaidīti varoņi (2024), won the Golden Microphone for Best Indie or Experimental Album.
Santa Šillere
Latvia
18:30–19:10 / NOV 4 / Ezītis Miglā stage curated by Still Figure
Santa Šillere is a contemporary jazz vocalist blending vocal jazz with modern crossover influences. Her music combines expressive vocals, jazz improvisation and a contemporary approach to create an intimate yet dynamic sound.
LUPA
Latvia
19:50–20:30 / NOV 4 / Ezītis Miglā stage curated by Still Figure
LUPA is a modern electric jazz and neo-fusion project blending jazz improvisation with contemporary electronic textures, dynamic rhythms and genre-defying sound. Their music combines intricate musicianship with an energetic, modern edge.
Anemoon
Estonia
18:00–18:40 / NOV 4 / M stage curated by I Love You Records
Anemoon is an experimental ensemble led by Anna Regina Kalk and Anett Tamm, blending original compositions with improvisation, Nordic clarity and a sense of ambivalence. Joined by Robert Rebane on bass and Martin Petermann on drums, the group explores themes of humanity, trust and provocation through an expressive, ever-evolving sound.
Kočāns Miķelis
Latvia
19:20–20:00 / NOV 4 / M stage curated by I Love You Records
Multi-instrumentalist, composer Kočāns Miķelis performs his diverse repertoire of songs with his quintet "Kočāna tehnikums". The concert features eclectic, experimental original music in the so-called neo-schlager genre.
Les Attitudes Spectrales
Latvia
22:00–22:40 / NOV 4 / M stage curated by I Love You Records
Les Attitudes Spectrales is a Latvian-French punk rock band from Riga, blending psychedelia, noise-rock, shoegaze and post-punk. Formed in 2014, the four-piece has released five albums and performed across the Baltics and Europe. Known for loud, intense live shows, their music explores love, death and confusion.
4D Monster Lobsters
Georgia
20:40–21:20 / NOV 5 / M stage curated buy Summer Sound Festival
4D Monster Lobsters is a Tbilisi-based indie/psychedelic band blending Georgian-inspired melodies with psychedelic textures and alternative rock. With three albums and performances at major venues and festivals including Tbilisi Open Air, they have become a distinctive presence in Georgia’s alternative music scene.
Oil x Gas
Latvia
22:00–22:40 / NOV 5 / M stage curated buy Summer Sound Festival
Oil X Gas (Latvia) is a Riga-based industrial rock and electronic duo known for high-intensity live shows. Combining live drums, synth-driven soundscapes and techno energy, they create a powerful audiovisual experience where music, light and atmosphere collide.
MIN t
Germany
19:20–20:00 / NOV 5 / M stage curated buy Summer Sound Festival
MIN t is the electronic pop project of Berlin-based Polish artist Martyna Kubicz. Blending alternative pop, breakbeats and experimental electronics, she creates emotionally charged music where vulnerability meets powerful rhythms. A Berklee graduate, MIN t is known for her immersive live performances combining vocals, electronics and storytelling.
Vēstnieks
Latvia
18:15–18:55 / NOV 5 / Angārs Atmosphere stage curated by BOBE
Vēstnieks (Rūdolfs Macats) is a Latvian musician, composer, singer, songwriter, music producer, virtuoso pianist, drummer, and multi-instrumentalist. His musical experience blends a wide range of genres, and throughout his career, he has transformed his musical expression - from underground experiments to radio hits.
Raul Ojamaa
Estonia
23:35–00:15 / NOV 4 / Angārs Atmosphere stage curated by BOBE
Raul Ojamaa is an Estonian artist and producer crafting atmospheric electronic music with textured guitars, deep basslines, and immersive production. His music has been released through Warner Music and NoCopyrightSounds, while his production work has earned five Estonian Music Awards. His debut album arrives in November 2026 on Berlin-based label Juna Poly, accompanied by an audiovisual live show, with collaborators including NOËP, Bondi, and Duo Ruut.
KRISY
Latvia
22:15–22:55 / NOV 4 / Angārs Atmosphere stage curated by BOBE
KRISY has been shaping her genre-blending sound since her 2019 debut single Don't Flip Your Wig. Her debut EP The Beginning of an End (2025) marked a new chapter in her artistic journey. A finalist in Supernova 2026 with Take It and known for her live freestyle on Kaizera Bīts, KRISY has also collaborated with Latvian artists including Justs, Ozols, Chris Noah, and DJ Rudd.
TĀ NAV SAULE
Latvia
19:35–20:15 / NOV 4 / Angārs Atmosphere stage curated by BOBE
Tā nav saule is a local pop-rock band, known for its light sound, ironic texts and ability to put a modern rock sparkle into everyday feelings. The band continues to develop its own style, balancing between contradictions. Through our music, we want to tell bright stories and convey positive emotions and a charge of energy to our listeners.
Susanna Viktoria
Estonia
18:15–18:55 / NOV 4 / Angārs Atmosphere stage curated by BOBE
Susanna Viktoria is an Estonian singer-songwriter whose soulful voice, flute, and bagpipes blend folk traditions with modern electronic sounds. Her album Mõtsmees weaves archived recordings of her great-grandfather into deeply personal songs, connecting generations through music. A rising name in Estonian folk, she has received multiple Etnokulp nominations for Album, Artist, and New Folk Album of the Year.