VOLTA Solidarity Festival DAY 2

Led by the two drummer leaders, this band boasts a lineup of seven musicians, all hailing from the vast, ever-evolving universe of jazz!

Influenced by the pulsating heartbeats of dance music genres such as electro, house, and funk, HYPERCONTENT! delivers a fresh, organic, and rhythmically groundbreaking experience by raising the groove bar to unprecedented heights!

Julie Rens is a Belgian singer, composer, and multi-instrumentalist known for her eclectic blend of jazz, soul, and electronic music influences. Based in Brussels, she began her musical journey at a young age, initially studying classical piano before discovering her passion for jazz. Julie’s work is defined by her smooth, versatile voice and her ability to seamlessly cross genres, infusing her music with global rhythms and modern sounds.

Rens is also part of the dynamic jazz duo Juicy, where she explores contemporary sounds alongside her partner, Sasha Vovk. Together, they have gained recognition in Belgium’s vibrant music scene for their inventive compositions and bold, genre-defying performances. Julie’s artistry extends beyond performing, as she is an active composer who brings personal narratives and a multicultural perspective to her songwriting. Her distinct style reflects her commitment to creating music that is both sophisticated and accessible, resonating with a wide audience. Throughout her career, she has performed at major venues and festivals across Europe, captivating listeners with her emotional depth and technical prowess.

SLAGADER is an energetic quartet from Brussels and Leuven, blending jazz, fusion and electronic elements into a vibrant sound. With funky grooves, spacey synths and uptempo rhythms, their music is both immersive and danceable. Their live shows are driven by improvisation and rhythmic intensity. Expect a dynamic performance full of surprises and infectious energy.

Bandler Ching is the project of Ambroos De Schepper, saxophone player graduated at the Royal Conservatory of Brussels in 2018 and member of several bands like Kosmo Sound, Boogie Belgique, Mos Ensemble,... With Bandler Ching he aims to create music that is inspired by any genre like hiphop, electro, contemporary jazz, world, noise,... that touches the inner groove and imagination.  You know, that thing inside that makes you like a song or a piece. This vision, combined with a basic line-up where functions in the band can fluctuate, from a horn taking over the keys to a bass being the main soloist, shapes the new sound of Bandler Ching.

Bandler Ching is : 

• Ambroos De Schepper / Sax
• Federico Pecoraro / Bass
• Olivier Penu / Drums 
  

Martha Moore is a Brussels-based indie rock band built around singer-songwriter Marthe Lagae. She is backed by a group of seasoned musicians from different scenes: Marco Giongrandi (Dear Uncle Lennie, Warm Bad, …) on guitar, Theo Lanau (Le Grand Partir, Soror, …) on drums, and Hugo Antunes (I H8 Camera, …) on bass.

In 2025, the band released their debut EP Out Of Season, produced by Reinhard Vanbergen (Das Pop). They are currently working on their first full-length record, with the first singles due in early 2027.

Despite their recent beginnings, Martha Moore have already played over 30 stages across Belgium, performing in various line-ups (solo, duo and full band), with appearances at AB Club, Trix, Botanique, Het Depot and Dranouter Festival.

Musically, Martha Moore sit somewhere between dreamy indie folk and raw, guitar-driven rock, drawing on influences such as Adrianne Lenker, Big Thief, Sharon Van Etten, The Breeders, Mazzy Star, Yo La Tengo and Sonic Youth.

Joël is an independent artist whose music blends heartfelt emotion with groovy, uplifting energy. After a two year creative break, she returns with a renewed voice and vision, channeling themes of self-discovery, peace of mind, and love into his songs. Drawing inspiration from RnB, Soul and Neosoul. Her sound feels both deeply personal and universally relatable, inviting listeners into a journey of connection and authenticity.

To be part of something bigger, greater is something she was longing for for as long she can remember. And that’s what music represents for her. The feeling of coming home but at the same time belonging somewhere that even transcends yourself. She started writing poetry and lyrics at the age of 13. And has never stopped since. Music had always been a part of her life first through the gospel and later through soul, jazz RnB and pop. Artists like Snoh Aalegra, Sza, Victoria Monet, HER and Jazmine Sullivan ( just to name a few), are a very big source of inspiration for Joël Francis. She admires these artists so much because their music is able to speak with her straight from the heart. That’s what she wants for her music too. To be right from her heart directly to the person listening to her music. So that, even if it’s just one person, they can also feel like they’re part of something This is definitely not the last you’ll hear of Joël Francis, for her journey has just begun.

Laryssa Kim is an Italo-Congolese artist who has been based in Brussels since 2013. At a young age, she sang reggae with DJs and bands in Rome, before going on to study theatre and dance in Amsterdam, and later earning a master’s degree in acousmatic music composition in Mons. Since 2015, she has been creating music under her own name, blending her influences with a soulful connection to Black musical traditions. In June, she also performed at the eco-conscious festival Paradise City. (Source: botanique.be)

As a DJ, Laryssa Kim delivers uplifting and danceable sets that make it impossible to stay still. Her selections range from Afrobeats, classic Congolese Rumba, and Soukous to contemporary styles such as Afropop, Kompa, Afrohouse, Shatta, Bouyon, Gqom, Acholi, Singeli, and more.

echofarmer is the project of Arne Nuyts, a Brussels-based producer and musician. His music is a blend of experimental electronic music and post-dubstep, featuring off-kilter grooves and deep sub-bass.

Nuyts combines digital synths, acoustic instruments, and field recordings into complex sonic worlds, equally suited for the club and for more intimate listening experiences.