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ESNS announces 82 new artists for 39th edition

ESNS is the ultimate gathering for emerging European music talent, music professionals, and enthusiasts alike. Preparations for the 39th edition are well underway, promising an extraordinary showcase festival and music conference in Groningen. Today, the organization announced exciting new artists from across Europe for ESNS25, alongside fresh panels and speakers added to the ESNS Conference program.

New artists added to the ESNS festival line-up

Just like the previously announced artists, these newly announced artists will also join the European Talent Exchange Program. The program is designed to — for example — increase their chances of being booked at international festivals. Here are the Dutch artists that are added to the line-up:

  • Arp Frique & The Perpetual Singers
  • Baby Berserk
  • Bnnyhunna
  • Library Card
  • Marathon
  • Real Farmer

Additionally, these European artists are also added to the ESNS25 line-up:

  • Adelaida (es)
  • Adrien Soleiman Présente Bellejazzclub (fr)
  • Aili (be)
  • Aïta Mon Amour (de)
  • Alessi Rose (uk-eng)
  • Amie Blu (uk-eng)
  • Amilost (no)
  • Antony Szmierek (uk-eng)
  • Avralize (de)
  • Berlin Manson (sk)
  • Cara Rose (uk-sco)
  • Cardinals (ie)
  • Cellini live (be)
  • Chloe Qisha (uk-eng)
  • Cliffords (ie)
  • DAUFØDT (no)
  • David Bay (de)
  • Doodseskader (be)
  • Ebbb (uk-eng)
  • EIHWAR (fr)
  • Elias Rønnenfelt (dk)
  • Elinborg (fo)
  • Ellie O’Neill (ie)
  • Enji (de)
  • ERRORR (de)
  • EZEZEZ (es)
  • Felix Raphael (de)
  • Freakin’ Disco (hu)
  • Frytz (de)
  • GARDENS (at)
  • GB (dk)
  • Grayssoker (fr)
  • Gwendoline (fr)
  • Hanakiv (ee)
  • Istanbul Ghetto Club (de)
  • Jacob Alon (uk-sco)
  • Jasmine.4.t (uk-eng)
  • JOUBe (fr)
  • julek ploski (pl)
  • Kanaan & Ævestaden (no)
  • Kara Delik (de)
  • Kosmonauci (pl)
  • Lavina (rs)
  • Makrohang (hu)
  • marcel (be)
  • Marta Pereira Da Costa (pt)
  • Martha Da’ro (be)
  • Meule (fr)
  • Misha Band (fi)
  • NAFT (be)
  • Nectar Woode (uk-eng)
  • Nene Heroine (pl)
  • Niamh Bury (ie)
  • nonne (no)
  • Pamela (fr)
  • Persecutor (dk)
  • Photons (fr)
  • Rap & Vogue (by)
  • Rita Payés (es)
  • Ruthven (uk-eng)
  • Sami Galbi (ch)
  • schntzl (be)
  • Search Results (ie)
  • Sebastian Schub (de)
  • Smag På Dig Selv (dk)
  • SMILE (de)
  • Soft Launch (ie)
  • Sylvie Kreusch (be)
  • Tuulikki Bartosik (ee)
  • Ugly (uk-eng)
  • Valentino Vivace (ch)
  • VESTIGE (fr)
  • We Hate You Please Die (fr)
  • Why the Eye (be)
  • XCES (sk)
  • Zuzanna Całka (pl)

Check out the full ESNS25 line-up.

Festival tickets for ESNS25 on Wednesday are sold out! Secure your tickets for the remaining festival days. Do you still want to experience all days? Grab a Passe-Partout on ESNS.nl.

Exciting additions to the ESNS25 conference program

The ESNS25 conference program continues to grow and grow. Alongside the festival line-up, the organization has also revealed impressive new speakers and panels for the conference portion. Here’s a preview of a few new speakers and panels:

  • Keynote by Alex Hardee
    Alex Hardee will share insights from his remarkable career. In 2002, he co-founded CODA Agency, now known as Wasserman Music, which represents world-renowned artists like Bastille, Liam Gallagher, and London Grammar. His agency is a European powerhouse in talent representation.
  • Panel “How to Steal an Act”
    This panel, led by moderator Age Versluis (Friendly Fire) delves into the highs and lows of the modern music industry. Bookers and agents, including Alex Hardee (Wasserman Music) and Tony van de Berkt (8Ball Music), discuss the fine line between loyalty and competition in artist management.
  • ESNS Tech Panels
    In ESNS Tech experts will discuss the intersection of music and technology. Topics like innovations in live entertainment, collaborations (and potential conflicts) with AI, and more. Organized by innovation specialist Turo Pekari (Music Finland), this series promises valuable insights for the future of music and technology.
  • Panel “How the FemTech Movement is Shaping the Music Business”
    This panel, moderated by Neeta Ragoowansi (MMF-US), will explore how FemTech is transforming the industry. Speakers include Rufy Anam Ghazi (AMRA), Connie Chow (SheSaid.So Amsterdam/FUGA), Christine Osazuwa (Measure of Music), and Maiju Talvisto (SheSaid.So), discussing mentorship programs and initiatives amplifying women’s voices in music.

And that’s not all. New speakers and panels, including representatives from Dekmantel and EMMA, have been added to the conference program. Delegate Passes are still available. Secure yours now on ESNS.nl.

About Eurosonic Noorderslag

Founded in Groningen in 1986, ESNS has become the premier event for European music talent. From January 15–18, 2025, music lovers and professionals will come together for an unforgettable experience. During the day, 4,000 music industry professionals gather at De Oosterpoort for ESNS Conference, offering European artists unique opportunities to grow their careers. In the evenings, music fans can explore various venues around Groningen to discover emerging talent at the ESNS festival. Stay updated on ESNS.nl.

Photo by Sezen Betaubun


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