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ARTISTS | KOL FEST 2022
Psytrance / Chillout
Suduaya began practicing music at the age of five, surrounded by classical music and rock. After several experiences in various bands, as a violinist and guitarist (psycho / rock, heavy metal, hip-hop, dub) in 2004, thanks to the efforts of friends Le Druide (Logic Vision) and Shehoor (TerrorLab Industries), he discovered the styles Psytrance and Chillout
Progressive Melodic/ Dinamic
Famous radio host, Dj, producer. Author of the Planet Music project. Her sets differ in depth, melody and expression and always feels like a new space trip. Co-organizer of "forЭ" festival
Electronic / Soul / R&b
Multi-genre project of two musicians from Tashkent. The compositions combine the styles of electronic, soul, r&b and progressive guitar solos.
Disco / House
I'm Zy, a bit of a DJ, a bit of a sound engineer, a bit of a light designer. I love great music and try to bring it to the masses.
Cross Genre / Party Host
Julia Marks is a Petersburg-based cross-genre vocalist, songwriter and a party host whose voice and recitative can be heard on the releases of such labels as YUKU, RAM, Focuz Rec, Deep Dark & Dangerous. Collabs with Razlom, Zardonic, A. Fruit and Magnetude are still blow up dance floors and BBC Radio1 charts. JM does not limit herself to the boundaries of the genre, as the vocal diapason and many vocal skills allow her to create a unique style, while not violating the aesthetics of the main genre.
Deep Ethnic Tribal
Lotsalots started exploring various frequencies from a young age and having experienced multiple forms of psychedelic music, he decided to embark on a journey of deep ethnic tribal sounds and groovy minimal bass. His ability to tell a story while exploring chill, downtempo, bass and even hypnotic tech sounds allows him to seamlessly fit into event/festival lineups at anytime. When he’s not making people groove you’ll find him stirring up divine flavors whilst cooking. He loves taking his creativity to the edge with his vibrant personality.
Psychedelic rock
Flyin Up is a non-commercial Tashkent psychedelic rock band using electronic arrangements in its music, whose work is permeated with the ethnic motifs of the region. Founded in 2012, the group is actively involved in the underground movement of Uzbekistan, performing at various significant festivals, as well as creating their own events. In their songs, Flyin Up raises questions of the formation of consciousness, metaphysical matters, as well as global phenomena associated with climate change and globalization.
Afro Houseo / Melodic House
Siyan also known as Siyange (banange/siyan) plays a range of genres in the category of feel-good music, such as, afro house, melodic house, and disco. Her love for dance music stemmed from her from mum and this came into the feels when she started university. Always dancing at the front by the DJ at every party Siyan wondered what it would be like on the other side. Through self-practice and playing along soultri3e around and about Kampala as well as the beaches of Kenya, Siyan is developing her sounds; most importantly bringing the vibes, waves, and babes to the dance floor.
Afrobeats / Reggae
DJ Dawee from the Berlin-based Sound With Soul is a Reggae, Dancehall, Afrobeats and Reggaeton DJ who has toured the world extensively over the last 15 years.
Chillout
Liminal Roots has presented his deep sonic stories at various festivals and venues in and around Asia, Africa & Europe. Gathering vibes by playing with the sun and the stars, chill-out sets at outdoor venues is where he is at peace. He is the curator and creative director for India’s first chill, ambient and downtempo focused Music & Art Festival called Chill Top Festival in Goa, India.
Deep House / Chill
Dj, producer, composer, saxophonist from Kyrgyzstan. For more than 10 years he has been publishing his music on various world labels. Actively works in the film industry and writes a lot of music for various artists around the world. Wrote three songs for Eurovision 2017 to participants from different countries.
Techno / Trance
A connoisseur of sonic frequencies, he’s played in clubs and events around Europe as he showcases his deep hypnotic techno and been a regular underground psytech DJ and a part-time producer, GMAN has self-evolved further into a depth of sound conversions and improvises to mix the progressive into psy-tech utilizing his passion for mixing genres that lives within his veins. Using creativity of going with the flow he is open minded to a different range of basslines and with experience he has created a powerful testament to his passion for sound and the art of storytelling.
Techno / Acid
Sao is a starting DJ from Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. She plays techno, and subgenres like old-school techno, acid, breakbeat, dark techno, with elements of trance,electro-break. Sound of her sets can be dark, gothic, but also cheerful, nostalgic and deep. Most often she plays fast, energetic, and cheerful music with BPM from 130 to 145. She use tracks from the 90s and loves the old-school sound.
Afro House / Electronica
Somalie is a DJ, producer and musician from Dubai, UAE. Born to Somali immigrants. He’s been involved with the Dubai music scene since the mid 2000s. Being raised in a multi-cultural environment, in the desert, has exposed to him to various cultures, traditions and most importantly, musical mores from all over the world. The latter is certainly evident in his productions and DJ sets.
Folk / Ethno / Fusion
Kyrgyz kayryk is a unique ensemble of modern Kyrgyz folk/ethno/fusion music. The ensemble presents all folklore musical instruments, including ancient ones. The ensemble's repertoire includes both popular works of Kyrgyz music and author's own compositions.
Techno / Ethnotronica
Sets show a sound, going from electronic sounds to the most uplifting soundscapes, effortlessly navigating between Tech House, NuDisco and Ethnotronica.
Indie / Indie folk rock
Singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and composer Archie Sundance began his solo career in 2017 after playing in several rock bands of his creation since 2004. Wealth of musical influences and classical music background has widened his musical style, approach in composition and genre, ranging from classic rock and indie pop rock to ambient electronic and experimental. Writing music for films is another passion of Archie Sundance. As music producer and sound engineer Archie worked with rock, pop, hip-hop and r’n’b artists from all over the world.
Indie /Rock / Jazz
Plays and writes his own music for last 15 years. Plays his music and most famous venues in Kyrgyzstan. Will present his new album for Kol Fest audience where songs reflect social themes as well as romantic melodies.
Electronic Folk
Batyrkans musical career dates back to his youth, when an amateur passion for electronic music led him to DJing in the rock bands Stop my Ogyxen, and later in Plane One. Continuing to create his own electronic music and covers, in 2012 he joined the Kyrgyz metalcore / hardcore band The Last Day of Silence as a drummer. In recent years, Kadyr has also been playing drums in a folklore band with the famous Kyrgyz singer Gulzada. Musical inspiration combines the soundscapes of natural and cultural elements, rendered through the lens of Kyrgyz folklore, with the dynamic and mysterious sound effects of electronic music.
Wanna be part of Kol Fest 2023?
FESTIVAL PROGRAM
TICKET
The ticket provides you with entrance to the festival grounds and full access to the festival program from the morning of July 15rd to noon on July 17th. The festival program includes 3 stages with performances by musicians, creative and interactive zones, where various games, seminars, master classes, films, sports, etc. will be offered.
ACCOMMODATION
Accommodation in yurts, guest houses or tents. The number of yurts is very limited, hurry up to book. Accommodation is only bookable for 2 nights of the festival : 15 July and 16 July
TRANSFER
We provide a transfer where you can get to the festival from Bishkek and back in comfortable minivans.
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