Strasbourg Music Week Bandit Voyage + Elizabete Balčus + Benni + Nûr

Anissa and Robin are BANDIT VOYAGE, a duo formed in 2015, whose music is characterized by a blend of naïve yet profound lyrics exploring themes of love, boredom, and the love of boredom. Their performances are uncompromising, featuring a distinctive sound where the bass transforms into a groovy, minimalistic guitar, and the drum machine serves as the heartbeat of their collaboration. Despite seeming over the top, their music remains expansive, rebuilding the world and restoring intimacy.

Elizabete Balčus is a Latvian musician and performance artist who creates neo-psychedelic dream pop through surprising juxtapositions of genres, blending collage, melody, and experimentation. She develops a strong visual aesthetic inspired by modern surrealism, contemporary fashion, and geometric imagery. In her musical universe, everything is permitted: loops of flute and vocals, clicking electro-pop rhythms, and even vegetables played as synthesizers, immersing the listener in a euphoric trance-like state between wakefulness and sleep. Her live performances plunge the audience into a psychedelic and theatrical experience, both disconcerting and captivating.

Benni is a Belgian singer-songwriter immersed in the folk music scene, known for her captivating indie-folk sound. Benni stands out with her unique voice, capable of transforming sadness into compositions of powerful beauty.. Her musical journey began with a unique 10-month experience of singing and walking the streets of New Zealand, where she discovered a new creative energy, bringing to life stories and emotions that deeply resonate.
At just 24 years old, Benni has already shared the stage with notable artists such as Coeur de Pirate, November Ultra, Clara Ysé, Sharko, and Roscoe. She is preparing to release her debut EP on the PIAS label in early 2025, featuring tracks like "September 20," "Make Me Blind," and "Queen of Cove."

NÛR is a musical duo formed by two talented female musicians, Aurélie and Céline. Their music blends various influences, combining dream pop and electronic sounds to create an enchanting atmosphere. Their distinctive sound features ethereal guitars, melancholic vocals, melodic clarinets, engaging synthesizers, and industrial drum patterns. Their compositions invite listeners on a journey of escape and contemplation, drawing inspiration from artists like Beach House and Kompromat.