VOLTA solidarity Festival DAY 1

mudawi collective (deliberately written in lowercase) came together spontaneously, driven by a shared love for music and playing together. What started as a creative gathering gradually grew into a close-knit collective with its own sound and a clear focus on emotion and authenticity.

In 2025, they reached the finals of Sound Track and also won the Audience Award.

Their music lives at the crossroads of soul, hip hop, and groove. No fixed genre, no strict rules — just songs that make you feel, move, and connect. Live, mudawi collective offers a full experience: energetic and genuine, with space to dance, listen, and sing along. Music straight from the heart.

Dora’s voice moves between warm and intense, while Dani adds extra layers through rhythmic lyrics and sharp rap lines. Isaiah forms the musical core with organic grooves, playful samples, and a strong sense of timing. Siemen brings a deep, warm groove on bass, while Raphaël ties everything together with tight, jazzy drum patterns.

Marylène Corro is a gem of the Brussels soul and R&B scene.

This Belgian–Chilean singer-songwriter radiates a warm, sunny energy. Driven by her sensitivity, she explores themes of empowerment and protest in her music, which resonate deeply with her audience.

After releasing a first EP at the end of 2020, Marylène presents her debut album, created between Chile and Belgium. A musical connection with Chilean producer Patricio Trujillo, based in Santiago, shaped the project. It also marks a return to her roots for Marylène, who naturally blends English and Spanish in her songs.

This fusion album with pop influences takes you off the beaten path. Vulnerability and attitude, lightness and boldness, groove and engagement all flow together effortlessly.

A surprising and distinctive sound that invites reflection while also putting a smile on your face.

Bodies is the adventurous Brussels-based jazz ensemble led by saxophonist Alejandra Borzyk. Driven by saxophone and synths as its core forces, the international group explores the boundary between jazz, electronic music, and improvisation. Think of the club scenes of Brussels, the diversity of London, and the experimental spirit of New York City—intense, layered, and hypnotic.

LeBlanc is the frontrunner of a generation of Dutch-speaking Brussels artists who effortlessly mix rap, punk, and electronic music, creating fresh and unexpected musical combinations along the way. His music is made for anyone who needs to release—or summon—furious energy.

In 2024, he released his debut album, Nog Steeds Op Een Zoektocht. On it, he blends rap with heavy electronic beats, ranging from drum & bass to hardcore. With this project, LeBlanc offers a more introspective look at who he is in this chaotic world. Musically, he sits somewhere between Joost and Zwangere Guy, with a touch of The Prodigy.

Live, LeBlanc’s music comes fully to life, featuring live guitar and an energetic sidekick on the mic and controls.

With this sound, he has already played some of Belgium’s most notable festivals and clubs. He sold out his own headline shows in venues such as AB and Charlatan, and has performed at festivals including Pukkelpop, Rock Herk, Gladiolen, and Suikerrock.

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 
  

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.