COSMOS is Le Guess Who?’s hybrid platform that highlights independent music scenes from around the world. Here we invite vibrant music communities from every corner of the map to become COSMOS Embassies, and to share their stories–both online and offline–through mixtapes, film, live radio, conversations and performances.
Each year, the Embassies present commissioned short documentaries about their local scenes. These films are screened at the festival as well as freely available online via leguesswho.com/cosmos. In addition, representatives of the Embassies attend Le Guess Who? to perform, host screenings and appear on panels and live radio broadcasts.
Following the announcement of the guest curators and initial line-up for Le Guess Who? 2025, we’re now proud to share the four COSMOS Embassies for 2025.
IDGK
IDGK is an Istanbul-based music initiative documenting the city’s diverse alternative music scene. Since 2023, IDGK has produced numerous live performance videos in collaboration with local artists, bands, music communities, venues, animators and labels. The project focuses on representing individual voices that make up the underground culture of Istanbul, making space for creative expression for anyone willing to listen.
Seyðisfjörður Community Radio
Seyðisfjörður Community Radio is a shared digital and analogue broadcasting platform located in Seyðisfjörður on the east-coast of Iceland. Hosted, nurtured and initiated by an open-ended international community inhabiting various conditions and positions, often somewhat distributed in various locations on the planetary surface. From these places and times they share, they inquire and they keep in touch - over the radio. “We send. We listen. We send. We listen”. The community of listeners and broadcasters morphs and changes with time.
River Down Records
River Down Records is a label from Panama City dedicated to documenting and developing the creative sound of Panama. With over 15 digital releases, River Down Records has produced new works and supported artists with an already established vision, helping them expand their creativity and reach a wider audience. Inspired by the spirit of Río Abajo, River Down Records celebrates the rich culture that Panama has to offer.
ALIGN.ONLINE
ALIGN.ONLINE is a Southeast Asian platform dedicated to cultural and sound innovation, with a focus on supporting women and the queer community in electronic music. Founded after Victoria Yam (aka rEmPiT g0dDe$$) was named the international winner of The Oram Awards in 2024, ALIGN.ONLINE builds on her commitment to advancing electronic music innovation in Southeast Asia. Alongside co-founder Lynn Nandar Htoo, ALIGN.ONLINE facilitates knowledge-sharing and skill development through electronic music production workshops to provide access to resources, mentorship and visibility. The platform serves as a catalyst for cultural and sound practitioners across the region.
Refuge Worldwide
This year, COSMOS continues its partnership with Berlin-based community radio Refuge Worldwide. Together, we present sounds and stories from around the globe, hand-picked by local artists. Listen here.
Video by Ricardo Leite & Marta Veludo
Music by Goblin Daycare
