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Helda is the anatomy of the courage to celebrate music beyond any template that has existed on the local scene so far. The mission is simple: to create the moment when each of our dreams is woven into silk and distortion, all of us together, beneath the same pool of light. In 2026, things change. Let’s set out. We are Helda.
Tuesday September 1, 2026 20:30 - 21:00 EEST Expirat - Indoor StageStrada Doctor Constantin Istrati 1, 040542 București, Romania
𝗶𝗺𝗦𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗙𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶 is a Romanian-born, internationally-raised singer-songwriter whose music sits at the intersection of cinematic pop and deeply personal storytelling. She crafts songs that feel both intimate and expansive, layering raw feeling with meticulous sonic detail. From her breakout support slot on the Abor & Tynna European tour to her semifinalist run at Eurovision România 2026, Franci has established herself as an artist who doesn’t just perform emotion, she engineers it. “Traces of Us” is her most sonically daring release yet, a song that opens in deceptive calm, turns itself on its head, and lands in the stillness of acceptance.
Tuesday September 1, 2026 21:05 - 21:35 EEST Expirat - Garden StageStrada Doctor Constantin Istrati 1, 040542 București, Romania
𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗼𝗰𝗸𝘀 (Estonia) - since their humble beginnings in the small coastal town of Pärnu, they've made a name for themselves with a catalogue that already spans five acclaimed albums. Influenced by British guitar pop, post-punk and early R&B, theirs is a multi-layered affair: a gritty, hard-hitting, guitar-oriented rock'n'roll sound — rough and rebellious — set against polished image, pop melodies, biting wit and laid-back grooves.
Long-time critical darlings, The Boondocks have dominated the Estonian scene for a decade. Their accolades include Newcomer of the Year (Radio 2, 2016), Album of the Year (Radio 2, 2018), and back-to-back Rock Album of the Year wins at the Estonian Music Awards for "Soup Can Pop Band" (2021) and "Silver Buzz" (2025) — plus Album Design of the Year in 2026 for their visual aesthetic.
Their latest, "Silver Buzz" (2025), is their most ambitious era yet: retro-inspired sonics meet modern production, with a full orchestra woven in — a nod to the band's collective obsession with cinema, and proof of a group still pushing its sound forward after ten years.
Tuesday September 1, 2026 21:40 - 22:10 EEST Expirat - Indoor StageStrada Doctor Constantin Istrati 1, 040542 București, Romania
𝗦𝗶𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗮 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲𝗮𝗻𝘂 is an emerging singer, producer and multi-instrumentalist, exploring a sound where contemporary R&B and soul intertwine with influences from Romanian folk music.
Performing solo, she uses live looping to build layered compositions from vocals, guitar, synths and the caval, creating an intimate and emotionally charged live experience.She first gained wider recognition in 2024 through her appearance on The Voice of Romania, where her performance of “Of, Leliță Mărioară” went viral and led to the release of her debut single.
A self-taught musician, she produced her first songs independently and is currently working on her debut EP, inspired by contemporary reinterpretations of traditional Romanian folk songs.
Tuesday September 1, 2026 22:15 - 22:45 EEST Expirat - Garden StageStrada Doctor Constantin Istrati 1, 040542 București, Romania
𝗔𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗼𝗽𝗮 is a Bucharest-based artist and producer whose work has evolved from indie-leaning psychedelic rock and shoegaze into a raw, high-energy psychedelic rock sound.
Entirely self-produced and shaped by years of writing and producing for other artists, his music is driven by fuzz-drenched guitars and immersive textures, offering a critical view of modern society and its emotional impact. His latest album “Fuzz Panic,” recorded at Avanpost Studio, marks this shift and is built for an intense live experience.
Tuesday September 1, 2026 22:50 - 23:20 EEST Expirat - Indoor StageStrada Doctor Constantin Istrati 1, 040542 București, Romania
𝗚𝗿𝗶𝗺𝘂𝘀 is one of the most representative bands of the Romanian alternative scene, with a career spanning over two decades. Hailing from Cluj, they’ve built a solid, consistent track record: six studio albums and a constant presence on both local and international stages.
Over the years, Grimus have shared the stage with world-renowned artists, opening for the likes of Queen, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Placebo, Hurts, Kasabian, Deep Purple, Roxette, Eros Ramazzotti and Sophie Ellis-Bextor. Beyond Romania, they’ve toured the UK, India, the Netherlands, Austria, Poland, the Czech Republic, Serbia, Bulgaria and Moldova.
With every live performance, Grimus stand out through an intense, refined sound and authentic, vibrant shows that reflect the depth of their musical universe.
Tuesday September 1, 2026 23:35 - Wednesday September 2, 2026 00:20 EEST Expirat - Indoor StageStrada Doctor Constantin Istrati 1, 040542 București, Romania
𝗣𝗵𝗼𝗻𝘆 𝗝𝗼𝗯 (RS) is a music project created by Petar Bogojević in 2023, born from the need to shape and present his musical sketches. The debut release “Tommy,” signed to Belgrade’s Kontra Rights label, arrived in summer 2023, followed by the single and video “Woohoo Head” in June 2024 and a Live EP from Down There Studios.
The sound is inspired by the 60s but also by modern vibes from bands like Allah Las, Mystic Braves, The Black Angels and The Dandy Warhols, with Phony Job’s most recognizable moments coming from fuzz guitars and organ solos. Their latest 4-track EP “Head for the Sun” landed in March 2025.
Phony Job are Emilija Đonin (vocals, organ, tambourine), Jelisaveta Todorov (drums), Marko Obradović (guitar), Ivan Avramelović (bass), Sebastian Gubik (guitar) and Petar Bogojević (vocals, guitar, keys). Fresh off their first Serbian tour in late 2024, the band is now focused on bringing their music to regional audiences while working on their debut album.
Wednesday September 2, 2026 20:30 - 21:00 EEST Expirat - Indoor StageStrada Doctor Constantin Istrati 1, 040542 București, Romania
Bucharest-based singer-songwriter Cristina Lupu crafts atypical art-folk that blends playfulness, nostalgia, and raw emotion. Since her debut with SWEET·AMNESIA, she has captivated audiences at major festivals like Electric Castle, evolving from intimate solo performances into a powerful, multi-instrumental ensemble. Currently in the studio for her 2027 album, Cristina is bringing a bolder, high-energy sound to the stage this year!
Wednesday September 2, 2026 21:05 - 21:35 EEST Expirat - Garden StageStrada Doctor Constantin Istrati 1, 040542 București, Romania
𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗾𝘂𝗶𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 is a jazz fusion band whose artistic core is in constant reconfiguration around the vision of Patricia Marchiș, always exploring and expanding the boundaries of the genre.
The group has established itself as a distinct voice on the Romanian contemporary scene, with a remarkable trajectory. From European stages like Mittelfest (IT), Nei Suoni dei Luoghi (IT) and Sunset Sunside (FR) to leading festivals at home - Gărâna Jazz, Timișoara Jazz, JazzCave, Sibiu Jazz, Classix and Johnny Răducanu, Marquis Collective have cemented their status as a landmark of the new fusion wave.
Their most recent show, "Metamorphosis," was described by international critics as "dynamic, fluid and radiant." The project blends classical virtuosity, the freedom of jazz and the energy of rock into a modern sonic construction, one that's essential to experience live.
Wednesday September 2, 2026 21:40 - 22:10 EEST Expirat - Indoor StageStrada Doctor Constantin Istrati 1, 040542 București, Romania
𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗼𝘁𝘁𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 is an independent Berlin-based soul artist who draws on her French-Cuban roots to craft a sound that bridges vintage soul nostalgia with modern grooves and heartfelt storytelling. Her powerful stage presence earned her the Listen to Berlin Artist Award 2025 — even before she'd released any music on streaming platforms.
She's shared stages with artists like Omah Lay and Nick Hakim, and lent her voice to projects such as Sorvina, Stella & The Longos, and the BiPoC choir A Song For You, before stepping into her own spotlight with her four-piece live band.
With over 40,000 monthly Spotify listeners, Charlotte is carving out her own soulful universe. Her debut EP "No Way But Through" (March 2026), co-produced with Tremendous Aron, is a raw, cinematic journey through love, loss and self-discovery.
Wednesday September 2, 2026 22:15 - 22:45 EEST Expirat - Garden StageStrada Doctor Constantin Istrati 1, 040542 București, Romania
𝗦𝗟𝗜𝗖𝗥 (BG) is a five-piece band combining hypnotic noise rock with analog video projections. Their sound embraces distortion and atmospheric reverb in a 1960s wall-of-sound aesthetic.
Because of the band’s audiovisual nature, their live performance turns visual media into an essential expressive element alongside the music. Using a chain of VHS players and other analog video modulators, they project visuals that are conceptually connected and sonically synchronized with their live set.
Wednesday September 2, 2026 22:50 - 23:20 EEST Expirat - Indoor StageStrada Doctor Constantin Istrati 1, 040542 București, Romania
Fresh off her Top 3 finish at the Eurovision Song Contest, Alexandra Căpitănescu joins the stage as our official HEADLINER for the MMB Showcase Festival!
Known for her haunting vocals and boundary-pushing artistic vision, Alexandra is dominating the airwaves with her latest hit, "Choke Me", a track that blends dark pop with unapologetic emotional power.
Wednesday September 2, 2026 23:35 - Thursday September 3, 2026 00:20 EEST Expirat - Indoor StageStrada Doctor Constantin Istrati 1, 040542 București, Romania
MINDTHEGAP is an instrumental piano trio born in Transylvania, part of a new generation of Romanian cross-genre jazz groups, with a distinctive style defined by a complex sound that evokes film music, nu jazz, fusion, and progressive rock.
Despite the classic trio format of keyboards, bass, and drums, MINDTHEGAP’s music creates an authentic blend of diverse genres, both through a modern approach to traditional instruments and by incorporating elements of electronic music, rock, and world music.
Their compositions draw inspiration from Transylvania’s multicultural diversity, combining intense, emotionally charged harmonies with surprising improvisations and complex rhythms, offering audiences a unique and varied sonic universe.
Thursday September 3, 2026 20:30 - 21:00 EEST Expirat - Indoor StageStrada Doctor Constantin Istrati 1, 040542 București, Romania
Not My Cup of Tea is a project based between Piatra Neamț and Bucharest, blending alt-rock and shoegaze within a lo-fi, atmospheric, and visceral sonic landscape. What started in 2019 as a jam session between friends gradually evolved into their debut album, DWELL, released in 2023.
Recorded in an intimate bedroom setting, the songs delve into a raw space of introspection and contemplation, exploring both personal and philosophical-social themes.
Currently active within Bucharest’s underground scene, the band is in the process of refining its sonic universe and shaping its second album, Flat Sky Society.
Thursday September 3, 2026 21:05 - 21:35 EEST Expirat - Garden StageStrada Doctor Constantin Istrati 1, 040542 București, Romania
Founded in 2016 by Pavel Olari, Moldova's Cosmos în Buzunar blends analog synths, acoustic drums, and textured guitars to create a cinematic soundscape spanning electronic music, alternative rock, and dark wave. Featuring Pavel Olari (vocals, synths), Alex Însurățelu (guitar), and Cătălin Oleinic (drums), the band has performed at major festivals like Electric Castle, Summer Well, and Waves Vienna, sharing stages with acts like Alternosfera and Ivan Dorn.
Thursday September 3, 2026 21:40 - 22:10 EEST Expirat - Indoor StageStrada Doctor Constantin Istrati 1, 040542 București, Romania
𝗺𝗶𝗮𝘂.𝘄𝗮𝘃 is an indie dreampop duo from Bucharest, Romania. The concept took shape in 2022, when Teddy and Mircea started writing together in their kitchen in Berceni. That improvised studio turned into a real passion, and today miau.wav is the space where the two of them independently write, produce, mix, master and illustrate their own music. Their sound blends electronic dance elements with the nostalgia of 90s and 2000s music, plus disco, funk and RnB influences.
Their single “Last Days of Summer” caught the attention of Romanian media with a sound that stands out in today’s local scene, earning airplay on Radio Guerrilla and Europa FM and a spot in over 150 Spotify playlists, including Alternative Music Romania and New Music Friday on Apple Music.
Thursday September 3, 2026 22:15 - 22:45 EEST Expirat - Garden StageStrada Doctor Constantin Istrati 1, 040542 București, Romania
𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗼𝗱𝗼𝗿𝗲 is an alternative rock artist, songwriter and performer whose sound blends indie rock, electronic and post-punk elements. His lyrics and concepts emerge from a deep desire to explore existential and ethical questions, crafting songs that come to life in unique, energetic and immersive live shows.
Theodore has spent the past several years touring across Europe and twice in the USA. His live performance at SXSW caught the attention of Bob Boilen, who personally selected him for an NPR Tiny Desk session in 2019. He’s also played renowned festivals like Reeperbahn (Germany), Eurosonic (Netherlands), Primavera Pro (Barcelona) and Europavox (Clermont-Ferrand, Bologna, Vienna, Zagreb, and Bucharest as Band of the Month), and shared the stage with acclaimed artists like Sigur Rós, Amber Run and DIIV.
Having released his album “FIRE” and completed the first leg of his EU tour, Theodore is currently in the studio recording his next album.
Thursday September 3, 2026 22:50 - 23:20 EEST Expirat - Indoor StageStrada Doctor Constantin Istrati 1, 040542 București, Romania
tourist is a diy four-piece melodic hardcore band from Romania with roots in local scene and diy culture, cinematography and social media marketing. The group captured the attention of the local and diy scene of Bucharest from the very beginning with a unique sound and visual direction.
The band’s main focus with everything they do is to push art and music beyond what an independent or a signed artists/band is capable of doing. Attention to detail is what sets them apart from any other musical project and thats a key thing regarding the ongoing rise to popularity, not just in Romania’s hardcore scene but across Europe. Everything this band does is DIY.
Currently the band has put out an EP and a few singles from the upcoming album, set to come out this year. Each release has seen major praise from fans and critics.
Thursday September 3, 2026 23:35 - Friday September 4, 2026 00:20 EEST Expirat - Indoor StageStrada Doctor Constantin Istrati 1, 040542 București, Romania
