Next Level is a music offering for young people aged 18 to 30, based in Ungdomskulturhuset (The Youth Culture House) UKH. Every Tuesday, support is available to develop one's music project. Whether you're a rapper, singer/songwriter, or something entirely different, dedicated instructors are ready to guide, support, and assist musicians on their journey. At this year's SPOT in UKH, they present a handful of the young talents who have passed through Next Level over the past year.
Nikolaj “SMETANA” is a 20-year-old rapper from northern Aarhus. He's been rapping for almost four years and goes all-in on the Danish rap scene. He uses music as a megaphone to the people, and he wouldn't trade it for anything else in the world. One thing everyone should know about SMETANA is that he doesn't hold back. Locally, SMETANA is known for his fantastic energy and cool attitude on stage. So come along on the journey and get a glimpse into his bad days, but also the good ones. Come and contribute to the vibe, and remember the good mood!
There's no doubt who's on stage when rapper Biga Afro steps forward! Despite his young age of only 22, he dominates the house with his impressive presence and deep voice. His music is like a violent storm driven by heavy drums and filled with intense energy. With roots in Congo and a passion for exploring new soundscapes, Biga Afro brings a unique sound to the Danish afrotrap scene. He manages to combine the pounding rhythm with honest lyrics about joy, sorrow, love, partying - and does so with an authentic approach that appeals to listeners across cultural boundaries.
DATA, a young rapper with roots in Aarhus, is breaking through the music industry as the next upcoming rapper. His unique lyrics resonate with today's youth - they are relatable lyrics that come from personal experience. DATA's expression is characterized by authentic lyrics infused with energetic and powerful beats.
Behind the artist name Delusional Girl is Olga, a 20-year-old. In September, she began producing her EP 'galakse' (Galaxy), which is soon to be released. She produces her own music and writes her own songs. Every sound you hear represents her. And she looks forward to you hearing her soul sing at UKH.
With a focus on the ups and downs of life, Aarhus-based rapper Filosofus describes his path through the trials of youth. This is done with a focus on well-considered lyrics and heavy topics such as religion, youth psychiatry, and modern love. As part of the rap collective 13-tommer (13 inches), he has developed his melodic skills in the form of catchy choruses and heart-wrenching descriptions of life as a musician in an environment filled with pitfalls - and his hope of coming out unscathed on the other side. Filosofus' lyrical universe stems from his background in poetry slam and fantasy books, and he was crowned Poetry-slam champion in Horsens in 2023.
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