-db kicked off as a residency in Amsterdam, initiated by Le Guess Who? in collaboration with Garage Noord, with celebrated multi-disciplinary artist Kelman Duran at the helm. Working for five straight days holed up in a DIY studio ("no frills, just pure creation", in the words of the artists themselves), the project blossomed into a collaboration between Kelman Duran, producer and sound artist Noise Diva, and shape-shifting artist and music curator Bamao Yendé.
-db now announce their self-titled debut EP, originating from their collaborative residency in Amsterdam. The group's playful yet precise interplay can be heard on every track of their EP. It’s characterized by bold sound design experiments, hard-hitting kicks and gritty, idiosyncratic synths—hallmarks of a new wave in European underground music.
Listen to the first track, Diva Bamao, of the group's debut EP - to be released on 19 May.
About Le Guess Who? & Garage Noord
Le Guess Who? has grown into a leading international festival, known for presenting groundbreaking music in inspiring ways. The festival platforms fresh perspectives on what is possible in music: artists from all over the world push the boundaries of expectations and offer an insight into the unprecedented diversity of human creativity.
Garage Noord in Amsterdam is a former auto repair shop that has been transformed into a forward-thinking night club and restaurant.
Photography by Juri Hiensch
