Rebuilding with the hope of a less heart-breaking tomorrow: Thandi Ntuli
Exploring the fullness of who she is – who we are – in her personal and collaborative projects, South African artist Thandi Ntuli negotiates a wide palette of sound and genre.
Behind the lens: Soner Arslan on directing, mockumentaries and music
Director Soner Arslan brings innovation to mockumentaries with his sharp satire and deep insight into human dynamics. In our interview, Soner shares his creative process, thoughts on credibility versus fiction, and the significance of music and interdisciplinary collaborations.
Inspired by Gala Dali & her Polish roots: Berry Galazka
Artist Berry Galazka takes inspiration to songwriting from art, fashion, psychology and philosophy via a magpie-like approach.
A sugary sweet musical candy with a dirty and confusing aftertaste
At showcase festival Popronde 2023 she is one of the most booked acts. Yaro Mila, emerging avant garde pop sensation, takes the last couple decades of pop music’s children and making her own hyperactive sonic Frankenstein-baby.
An exhilarating combo of technical prowess, intensity & emotion
Celebrated multi-instrumentalist and visionary artist Yussef Dayes introduces his debut solo album ‘Black Classical Music’ .
Gentle ponderous energy
Green Gardens are four friends from Leeds who strive to bring inaccessible feelings into a shared band setting. Their debut album ‘This is not your fault’ is out now.
ESNS 24: Apply before September 2023!
If you are an emerging talent looking for your big breakthrough, you can submit your application to play at ESNS 2024 before September the 1st.
Bucking genres and defying expectations: Dessa
Combining wit, tenderness, and poetic sensibility to rare effect, Dessa spins delicate and charged stories and animates them with her expressive alto voice, arresting for its honest, clear simplicity.
A behind-the-scenes look at ‘What We Didn’t Know About Cows’
We followed director and filmmaker Soner Arslan during the making of his latest film, capturing the essence of creativity and humor that defines his work. Through the lens of our behind-the-scenes exploration, we witnessed the blend of satire and reflection that Soner brings to the mockumentary genre.
Elephant: “If you can achieve that, you’re immortal as a band”
Following an energetic Frequenzy Session at studio Mojo Dojo, we catch up with the four band members of Elephant to discuss the upcoming album, their growth as a band, and the weekly ‘therapy sessions’ they have.