A place where dark pop music from Billie Eilish to Björk is celebrated
Welcome to Dark Music For Happy People, an evening where dark sounds and vulnerable lyrics blend into an intimate celebration of emotion. This event aims to highlight the importance of embracing darker feelings as a pathway to happiness. And what better way to do that than with a packed program of powerful acts, shared with others, right here at EKKO? Dark music has depth; it has meaning. Happy music is celebrated everywhere, but here, we honor the darkness. Expect music inspired by the likes of Billie Eilish to Björk, and from Fever Ray to Oscar and the Wolf. Dark, but with a beat. Together, we’ll dance away those gloomy feelings!
Yaro Mila
Avant-garde pop at its loudest: rebellious, fiery, and drenched in sugary sweet hyperpop. Yaro Mila shares personal stories about mental health in tracks like Therapy, where her intense energy and sharp lyrics effortlessly connect with the audience.
AIDAN
With a unique mix of IDM, hyperpop, industrial hip-hop, and melodic house, AIDAN pushes musical boundaries. Their genre-defying sound and raw lyrics explore themes of gender identity, social structures, and personal struggles. This is attitude in its purest form.
LÖNA (live DJ set)
LÖNA premieres their live DJ set, leaving their drum kit and guitar behind for the night. Their dark alt-pop is transformed into a more danceable form, maintaining its melancholic and dark undertones. Expect a mix of danceable beats and strong live vocals that will get you moving.
Silke Fenna
Lose yourself in the sounds of Silke Fenna. Her electronic pop is infused with influences from Sevdaliza, 070Shake, and Eartheater. Perfect for anyone wanting to drift away in a shimmering, melancholic atmosphere.
KOBRO
No silence between the acts, as KOBRO keeps the energy high during the breaks. Expect an energetic mix of queer/alt-pop, electro, and synths, perfect for enjoying music even between the live performances. And you won’t have to stand still!
