Female chamber choir ČarniCe, one of Slovenia’s most prominent choirs, has recorded four albums and won numerous awards at major choral competitions. Under the leadership of Monika Fele since 2014, the choir won first place in two categories at the International Choral Competition Polifonico in Arezzo (Italy) in 2016, and received the Grand Prix at the national competition Naša pesem. It also earned recognition at the Gallus International Choral Competition in 2017 and the Tolosa International Choral Contest. Recently, ČarniCe performed the 80-minute vocal-instrumental piece Circum Tempus by Anej Černe and released a CD of the work.

Carmen manet is a female chamber choir founded in 2011, consisting of former members of the Gimnazija Kranj Girls Choir. The name, meaning “the song remains” in Latin, reflects the bond between the singers beyond their high school years. The choir has undertaken unique projects, including The Song of the Northern Winds, Voice Dance, On the Steps of Carmen manet, and I See You, blending diverse music styles from Scandinavian tales to pop, classical, and folk music, accompanied by stage choreography and costumes. Conducted by Primož Kerštanj, Carmen manet has achieved international recognition, winning the Grand Prix at the 50th Montreux International Choral Competition in 2014 and being named Eurovision Choir of the Year 2017.

Gaj Cvetrežnik Černe aka Florett explores various subgenres of house music and blends them in his DJ sets to create unique club experiences. He is active on the Slovenian electronic scene, performing at a range of events. In recent years, he has also been regularly performing in Thailand.

As a contemporary dancer, choreographer and music performer, Kaja Janjić began her professional career in 2006. Her work ranges from dance to theatre, cabaret, children’s performances and music. In 2015, she began her music venture under the pseudonym Fraw Blanka when she became a member of the hip-hop/dub trio Šlagwerk. Later, she joined the local independent label Munje Records, and in 2022 she released her debut solo album “Stranski učinki”, which was produced by MC/producer Sajkoslav. Blanka’s raw and energetic performance is backed up by Sajkoslav on the-ones-and-twos.

freekind. is a story written by pianist and vocalist Sara Ester Gredelj and drummer Nina Korošak Serčič. The very name is evocative of the duo’s life philosophy, which they are sharing with the world through their music. Freedom, compassion, and profound lyrics are propelled by groove music, a genre stemming from the roots of soul, R&B, and jazz.

Fujita Pinnacle made a name for himself on Slovenia’s underground scene by hosting the Štrom event series with the local creative collective Nimaš Izbire. After a few releases on some of the well-known local labels (SNIF, Trite Sound and more), he took on Europe’s alternative broadcasts, playing shows at Radio Operator, Cashmere Radio and Hör Berlin. His production and live performances pay tribute to the old-school rave legacy, while also incorporating unpredictable bits of internet age freshness, always creating explosive dancefloor ordeals to look out for. His DJ sets are full of wide-ranging material from every possible era of old-school dance music, which he smoothly blends with percussively intense variants of contemporary music production.

Funk Fact is a music melting pot, sometimes radio friendly, but mostly not, sometimes cool and chill, but mostly hot, sometimes a bit weird, but give it a shot. They released our their album called Unexplainable, with one more than a dozen of sitcom funk tunes just for you.

Gabi98 is the coordinator of the collective Nimaš Izbire. He co-organises the event series *Krom and Štrom at Metelkova, K4 and elsewhere, produces a clothing line and works with digital art. As a DJ and producer, he operates with a wide array of underground internet-based electronic music, covering anything from ambient soundscapes to hardcore rave bombs. His prefered area is somewhere between the trance nostalgia of the noughties, the chaotic present and the apocalyptic future. His mixes are full of unexpected turns, unusual combinations and inspiring selections.

Drummer Gaj Bostič has been sharing the stage with rock and jazz bands since the age of 11. He finished the Ljubljana Music and Ballet Conservatory and studied jazz at the private Music and Arts University of the City of Vienna (MUK). He has trained with mentors such as Gregory Hutchinson, Krunoslav Levačič, Dom Famularo, Jonas Burgwinkel and John Hollenback. In 2018 he joined Pi Jammies (now P'Jays) as a permanent member and recorded two albums with the band. For two years he was a member of the Ljubljana Academy of Music Big Band. He is also a member of Spiral Mind and Hei'An.

Gal Faganel is an acclaimed cello performer, teacher, and recording artist, praised for his “exceptionally sensitive interpretation,” “powerful tone,” and “brilliant virtuosity.” He has performed extensively in recital, chamber music, and as a soloist across North America and Europe. Until 2010, he was the principal cellist of the Phoenix Symphony. Faganel has won several international competitions, including the “Antonio Janigro” Cello Competition and the American String Teacher’s Association Competition. Since 2006, he has focused on Slovenian cello music. He has recorded for National Radio Slovenia, Holland Radio, and KUSC Los Angeles. Faganel holds a doctorate from the University of Southern California and studied with prominent mentors including Eleonore Schoenfeld and Nathaniel Rosen.