Freedom 45: Discussing Dutch & Canadian songs about war, peace & freedom

Should artists actively advocate for peace and freedom through their music? Perhaps the answer can be found in the songs shared in the second episode of our Far Out Freedom 45 podcast.
To Code Freedom: Far Out – Freedom ’45

With Far Out Freedom 45 podcast series, we explore how to bring a connection — a act of remembering — into today’s world, using the tools and technologies of the digital age. How do we translate the joy and weight of freedom, celebrated eight decades ago, into something modern, alive, and eternal?
Why the world needs hip hop heroes like Kneecap. Right now.

If you had to place a bet right now on who’s going to save Christmas this year—with peace for all, especially for the Palestinians—it would be notorious Belfast rap group: Kneecap.
Discover the vibrant soundscapes of Italy at Far Out & ESNS

This year, Italy takes center stage as the focus country of ESNS. At our Far Out podcast, we introduced 4 Italian acts that represent the country’s diverse and vibrant musical landscape.
Dutch punk that everyone understands: TAXITAXI

The lyrics of TAXITAXI’s songs stand out for their simplicity. Issues like an overzealous team leader, nobody caring about your high school diploma, or stepping out of the matrix as a true alpha male are translated in a universal message everybody understands.
Driven by enduring friendship & shared creative passion

Musical collective Future Husband will bring a unique sonic experience to the stages of Popronde this year.
Music that brings your stories to life

Born and raised in the heart of the Biblebelt, Nunspeet, Henk Johannes found his true faith when he recieved a guitar at his eleventh birthday: music. This year he is one of the selected artists for Popronde 2024.
Multi-layer musical shape shifter Eddinton Again

The Berlin artist has been praised for their vocal abilities and chameleonic layering of identities.
Renaissance artists of the multiverse

Music, art, design: The Renaissance artists of the decentralized era do not limit themselves to one artistic form or one medium to create.
A siren song about people who operate outside the heart
“It’s about cold manipulation and people who operate outside the heart.” South-London, Scottish-Bengali musician Tara Lily shares her dramatic new single ‘No Way Out’