ESNS (Eurosonic Noorderslag) announces a major batch of 79 emerging acts, adding to the line-up for Eurosonic 2027. Taking place in Groningen from January 13 to 15, the festival brings together a new generation of artists from across the continent. Once again, this selection showcases the diversity of Europe’s music scene, spanning a wide range of genres and countries. Discover the newly announced artists via the Eurosonic playlist or browse the line-up at esns.nl by country or genre. More names will be announced in the coming weeks.
The 79 newly confirmed acts for Eurosonic are: A Good Year (DK), Alba Akvama (DK), Alkyone (GR), Amphitrio (RO), Ángeles Toledano (ES), Aurore (FR), Bamby (FR), BEMZ (UK-SCO), benzii (DE), Beurre (CH), BITOI (SE), Blaskapelle Chancentod (CH), BLOED (BE), C’est Qui? (NL), Cécile Lacharme (FR), Cocanha (FR), Cockhouse (SE), Cowboy Hunters (UK-SCO), Curió Curió (DE), DA TI (GE), DARA (BG), Dermot Henry (UK-ENG), Die Anstalt (DE), Dj Würm (BE), Dolphin Love (DE), DOOL (NL), dóttir.x (IS), Eosine (BE), Finn Forster (UK-ENG), fliss (UK-ENG), Frans Kalf (BE), Fred Gata (BE), Fuzzycat Organ Quartet (NO), Glayden (FI), Green Tea Bitches (DK), Grégoire Gerstmans (BE), Grote Geelstaart (NL), h3nce (DE), Hana Lili (UK-WAL), Hannah Grae (UK-WAL), Hetta (PT), I Hate Myself Because (UA), Île de Garde (FR), Iztok Koren & Raphael Rogiński (SI), J. Ludvig III (DK), James Emmanuel (DE), Klaustro/fonija (HR), KNOBIL (CH), Lelee (SI), Léon Phal (FR), Lina-Mariah (DE), Lumï (NL), Maria Arnal (ES), Maryna Krut (UA), Mynolia (DE), Nusantara Beat (NL), Palo Canto (HU), PANAM (ES), Petra (SK), Pratt & Moody (FI), Raynor (UK-ENG), Rikas (DE), RIP Magic (UK-ENG), SadSvit (UA), SADU (EE), Sarāb (FR), sasha smirnova (BY), Sergeant (BE), Spanish Horses (FR), Suzan Peeters (BE), Swartzheim (DK), Tamara Flores (AT), TÄRA (IT), Tercet Imperial (PL), TJE (BE), Tracey (UK), Vilma Jää (FI), Volodja Brodsky (EE) and YANA (PL).
After delegate only showcases at De Oosterpoort on Wednesday evening, music professionals join festival visitors at several iconic and unique venues, as Eurosonic heads back to the city of Groningen.
BBC Introducing celebrates 20th anniversary at Eurosonic
One of these iconic venues is Tumult. BBC Introducing is taking over the Rode Zaal of this newly opened music school and theatre on Wednesday to present a showcase of artists from Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, as part of its 20th anniversary. R1 BBC Introducing presenter Jess Iszatt, known for her passion for showcasing the best undiscovered musicians from across the UK, hosts the evening on the first day of Eurosonic with BEMZ (UK-SCO), Esmeralda Road (UK-NIR) and Hana Lili (UK-WAL) on stage.
With Eaves Wilder (UK-ENG) and Pigeon (UK-ENG), performing at other well known venues Forum and Stadsschouwburg on Thursday, BBC Introducing represents the whole of the UK at the showcase festival Eurosonic in 2027. The showcases by both artists were made possible in part by the PRS Foundation.
“We’re so excited to celebrate BBC Introducing’s 20th year with a showcase at eESNS 2027. Being able to record and support five artists at such a special event is an amazing opportunity. ” – Millie Carter, BBC Introducing
Festival tickets and Delegate Passes
Tickets for Eurosonic and Noorderslag are on sale now. Delegate Passes give access to both festivals, the music conference and the exclusive delegate only showcases at the Oosterpoort on Wednesday. Tickets for Eurosonic and Noorderslag are available at esns.nl.
About ESNS
Every January, Groningen (NL) hosts Eurosonic, showcasing the best emerging European artists, and Noorderslag, celebrating the latest talent from the Netherlands, alongside the ESNS Conference, which brings together music industry professionals from across Europe.
Year-round, ESNS supports new talent through initiatives like the European Talent Exchange and presents major awards including the Music Moves Europe Awards, the European Festival Awards, and the Dutch Popprijs. It partners with key projects and alliances such as Yourope, EBU and Green Deal Circular Festivals to foster a diverse, sustainable music scene.
Since 1986, ESNS has helped launch careers of artists like AURORA, Stromae, Christine and the Queens, Fontaines D.C., Sigrid, Altin Gün, The Haunted Youth, The XX, Robyn, Tramhaus, Sam Smith, Hozier, Zaho de Sagazan, Fat Dog, Judeline, Luvcat, Boko Yout, Viagra Boys, Kingfishr, Sylvie Kreusch and Lost Frequencies ESNS is Europe’s leading platform for emerging music talent.
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