Melodix is a Groningen-based music and arts festival where acoustic and electronic music come together in one immersive experience. As a non-profit, we focus on what truly matters: the festival itself, not profit. In that way we create Melodix’s magical, organic old-school atmosphere.

By showcasing local talent from Groningen, we create a strong sense of community. Every euro that isn’t spent goes directly into building the next edition.

On our dancefloor there are no rules except to enjoy yourself. Music and energy come together, a space where you can feel free, be yourself, and get lost in it. All performances will be recorded and shared online, so there’s no need for phones, just be present.

Enjoy fresh smoothies, burrito bowls, and handmade pizzas, browse the vintage market for unique clothing, discover art from local creators, or enjoy a fun graffiti workshop in the afternoon where you can learn how to make your own art.

The festival takes place at a unique location hidden on the Suikerunie terrein, the Bamboo Lodge, where you can fully connect with music and nature, surrounded by an environment featuring peacocks, giant rabbits, and a relaxed, creative atmosphere.

Kees Closed

Rapper and freestyler Kees Closed delivers rhythmic flows without hesitation. Passionate about storytelling, he channels his life experiences into songs, using lyrics in order to untangle his own thought processes and make sense of the world. After playing his debut show at Melodix I, Kees has seized every opportunity to perform. With the backing of Rico from Opgezwolle and the community at Fakkelteit, he is ready to rap some flows and wisdoms.

J/M Quartet

The Jeneson/Markunaite Quartet
was born from the collaboration between Dutch jazz saxophonist Jan Jeneson and Lithuanian pianist/keyboardist Lija Markunaite. While both study jazz at the Prince Claus Conservatoire, their musical inspirations reach far beyond the traditional jazz world.
The J/M Quartet brings together these diverse influences in a dynamic fusion with jazz at its core. Expect a groovy set of original music infused with elements of hip-hop, house, dub, funk, fusion, and much more. Much of the band's music is shaped by live improvisation, making every performance a unique musical experience that can take any direction.
You can dance, hip-hop heads will start to bob, and at times the music unexpectedly shifts into something small and intimate. Whatever direction the music takes, the J/M Quartet delivers an experience that is both adventurous and deeply engaging.

The Loving Light Jammers

The Loving Light Jammers are a spontaneously formed jam collective that emerged during last year's Melodix Festival. Bringing together Olmo's percussion skills and extensive jam experience, Mathe's unique vibraphone sounds, Felix's handpan mastery, and Lana's powerful voice and stunning vocal control, they create a musical energy that has to be experienced to be believed.
Their performance takes you on a musical journey, bending rhythm and melodies into introspection, connection and dance.

Kaki

KAKI, based in Groningen, the Netherlands, is one of the most promising Afro House artists emerging from the North.
His musical journey began when he discovered his connection to the electronic African sound, a rhythm that spoke to both his spirit and his creative drive.
Known for his signature tribal yet modern style, KAKI blends deep Afro rhythms with the energetic flow of AfroTech and soulful house.
His sets are powerful and dynamic, yet rooted in emotion, transforming every dancefloor into a spiritual experience.
When not behind the decks, KAKI pours his creative energy into producing his own music, combining organic percussion, vocal textures, and hypnotic grooves.
With every performance, he builds a bridge between cultures and frequencies inviting the crowd to move, connect, and elevate

Fré

Driven by rolling sub-bass and cutting percussion, Fré brings an infectious energy and smile behind the decks that instantly pulls in the crowd. As resident DJ for Zeven, his signature house sound layers warm basslines with sharp rhythm and funky synths, keeping the dancefloor locked into his groove till the lights come on and the music stops

Alain

Born and raised in Groningen, he is a groove-driven DJ with roots in hip-hop, soul and funk, moving between minimal, house and UKG. Rolling basslines and funky rhythms define energetic sets built around flow, movement and dancefloor energy, always with a sense of surprise.DJing for around two years and active in the local scene for a longer period, he focuses on groove-led club sounds while also working on his productions together with a close friend in the same direction

Gaathartmann

Gaathartmann is a DJ and producer from The Hague who loves to play all kinds of dance music, ranging from techno, house, drum & bass, and trance into dynamic, high-energy sets.
Returning to his old hometown and taking a break from his day job as a tax advisor, he's ready to bring his varied sound back to Melodix once again.
Gaathartmann starts at 19:45 as he retakes the Melodix dancefloor with deep grooves, high-energy drops, and a journey that will keep you moving from start to finish.

Richard Nicholas

Driven by impact and energy, Richard Nicholas returns to Melodix with new tunes and the next wave of hybrid performance.
Without spoiling too much, be on the lookout during the sunset!
You can expect a blend of self produced tracks, hard hitting house tunes and groovy bangers, with nostalgic vocal chops and live effects to match the hype!

Mista T

Gut Geschmolt

Mista Melodix

Mistah Melodix was sent to planet Earth to disrupt the mind-numbing monotony of the modern techno industry. Using progressive psychedelic trance, he crafts a sonic ritual that tears through the fabric of space-time, opening pathways into realms revealed only to those willing to keep an open mind and surrender to the present moment.Expect driving rhythms, immersive soundscapes, and moments of pure transcendence. Some leave feeling fulfilled. Others leave wondering what reality they just woke up in. How the journey ends depends on how far you're willing to follow.

Màvcase

Màvcase is an artist and theatre maker. Over the past three years, he has performed nearly 100 shows across the Netherlands. With his signature sound, commanding stage presence, and high-energy performances, “The Autotune Michael Jackson” knows how to captivate any audience. Since last year, he has also been performing live with a band formed by Noordstaat.He has already appeared on northern stages including EM2, Simplon, AA-Theater, De Tamboer, and Hello Festival.His music moves between hip-hop, pop, and alternative influences, combining personal storytelling with melodic hooks. Live, he showcases many different sides of his artistry: you can dance to tracks like On My Own, drift away during dreamy songs such as Ambiance, or completely lose yourself in a moshpit when Catastrofa hits. This versatility makes every show dynamic and unpredictable, leaving room for both vulnerability and pure energy.
For fans of Don Toliver, Ares, Travis Scott, Willem, and Baby Keem.
This year, Màvcase is also touring theatres with his solo production Baby Daddy. In this personal and compelling performance, he explores what it means to grow up without a father figure and how to become a man without ever having had a direct example to follow.