Shaka Shams grew up between Antwerp, the UK, and his South African roots. Music became his home at an early age, shaped by influences from hip hop, soul, drum ’n’ bass and house, and a distinctive nostalgic voice that makes his sound unique. With a strong visual identity, inspired by anime and cartoons, he creates his own universe full of mystique and energy. Through his Action Only EP series and winning De Nieuwe Lichting 2022, Shaka has proven himself as one of the most promising new voices in the Belgian scene.

Just like Burenhinder, the collective of which she is a part, it's impossible to ignore Lola Ilegems. She specializes in the currently very popular styles of hard techno and core and lives in Antwerp. Chances are you'll be hearing a lot more from her. But first: HELLRAISER!

Ask anybody who's anybody in the Antwerp music scene who yunobi is and praise will follow.

yunobi, characterized by always having his name styled in lowercase, started to turn Antwerp upside down every weekend by being that one name on the line up that draws in the crowd. He became the leading factor when it comes to who goes to which event. After a series of successful mixtapes on Soundcloud, yunobi was already picked up by VICE, SUBBACULTCHA, LEVI'S and even national and international artists like Roy Wood$, Pi'erre Bourne, Amsterdam's SMIB, Rare Akuma and more. In the last few years yunobi has played venues all over Belgium together with Yung Mavu. A lifelong friend where he plays his part as DJ and creative director for the Antwerp based rapper.

DEEEEEEEEEEEEEJAY INSECURE! With that alter ego, DVTCH NORRIS occasionally pops up at Brikabrak, the collective of local talent such as Yooth and o'simmie. During their radio show on BRUZZ things often take wild directions, from Batida to Gqom.