The artists with whom we will dance in Iasi between June 20 and 23
Less than a month separates us from the long-awaited moment – Rocanotherworld 2024 ! It’s time to prepare for the ninth edition of the biggest and most important festival in North-East Romania.
This edition will take place between June 20-23, 2024, in Iasi , where Alternosfera , ARGATU , RoadkillSoda , Sarmalele Reci , La Chica, Frate Gheorghe and Paul Tihan & Andra Andriucă will join the line-up on the Main Stage. At the same time, on the electronic music scene, Emann, Eduard Draude and Andrei C. will mix , together with the already confirmed artists, Rosario Internullo and GALA.
Rocanotherworld is not just a music festival. It is a journey full of discoveries in the world of art, music and people. Initiated in 2016 in Iasi, this event is organized by the Creative Industries Association and Showberry. The festival brings together people from different backgrounds, providing a vibrant and diverse environment where they (re)connect to values such as curiosity, individuality and caring for others. Rocanotherworld 2024 is a balanced mix of live performances and related events, promoting the values of #becurious , #bedifferent and #beforothers.
Alternosfera comes with 6 albums and an EP behind it, ready to transport in an unforgettable sound experience. Their lyrics often deal with topics like love, but they don’t hesitate to touch on social or political issues as well. Their sound stands out as unique on the Moldovan music scene, with their inspiration ranging from the 80s to the Seattle grunge of the 90s.
Known for its unique way of combining elements of Romanian folklore with urban beats and electronic sounds, ARGATU officially debuted in 2012, becoming a member of the group Culese din Cartier, founded by Subcarpathians. With 10 released albums, he has created an impressive catalog that serves as a bridge between old and new, traditional and modern, embodying a variety of musical genres such as hip-hop, grime, dubstep, drum&bass, dub, dancehall or basshouse. The latest album and independent release, entitled “Tezaur”, was released on December 1, 2023, and marked a new chapter in his artistic journey.
With 30 years of experience in the field of music and thousands of active concerts, Sarmalele Reci stands out for its originality and diversity of styles. With 8 albums under their belt, this band brings an innovative mix of rock’n’roll, funk, jazz and folk. Their songs have iconic and still relevant messages, making up a repertoire that has been hummed for generations.
Frate Gheorghe is a band from the Republic of Moldova , consisting of four talented and passionate members: Vitalie Colt on bass guitar , Sandu Cordonean on keyboards and guitar, Seva Peev on drums and Gheorghe Busila as lead singer and guitarist. With an eclectic and original approach, the band combines various musical styles such as folk, reggae, rock and rap.
Her music is the result of a rich and diverse mix of musical influences. It goes from indie-pop with Tune Yards or Radiohead, to American hip-hop like Danger Doom and Latin music with La Fania All Stars or Juana Molina. In his compositions and videos, La Chica creates a synthesis between classical music, rap, themes about death, street art or Frida Kahlo. He was part of tours with artists such as Yaël Naim or Zap Mama.
RoadkillSoda started to make its presence felt in 2011 and since then has become a true representative of rock’n’roll. The band conquered its place not only in the local landscape, but also outside the borders of the country. The 70’s atmosphere blends perfectly with the riffs, solos, powerful bass lines and intense vocals, all accompanied by beats that make your heart beat faster.
Paul Tihan and Andra Andriucă , both from Iasi, share the same stage during their album release tour. Paul explores his thoughts and experiences through an indie poetry rock quintet , while Andra translates into lyrics and chords stories for the soul in an indie, pop-rock style.
Dimitri’s Bats brings a new and independent perspective to the alternative-pop scene in Romania. The band deftly juggles between dancefloor beats and alternative riffs, creating an eclectic sonic mix with dark undertones in a unique vibe.
Their latest EP, entitled ” Monobloc “, was released in early 2023, followed by a national tour and several concerts in Europe.
The Dome Stage
Since 2015, Emann has brought his excitement to the electronic music scene, participating in renowned events such as Techno Wall, Cyclic, Deep House Bucharest, Deep Dreamer, Trip In Romania, and festivals such as Airfield, Afterhills, Neversea, Kudos Fest , Rocanotherworld and Transylvania Fest. In 2020, together with the Australian producer Condriac, he released his first track on Amulanga Records, called “Hemamea”, which quickly reached the TOP 100 Beatport – Deep House.
Through his eclectic musical selection, which includes downtempo, indie, funky grooves, electronica and vintage elements, Eduard Draude creates a unique atmosphere. He has performed on numerous important stages in the country and contributed to the creation of niche or experimental musical projects, always bringing a touch of innovation and originality to each performance.
Danny The Menace started his career as a professional DJ 25 years ago, and music has always been a part of his soul. Big fan of Michael Jackson and the golden eras of the years
’80s and ’90s, Danny today blends the old with the new in a personal way. The musical styles they approach are: Pop, Rock, Dance, House, Funky, Mash-Up, adapted to each individual audience.
Andrei C. from Radio TaNăNaNa is ready to make you dance and enjoy an atmosphere full of positive vibes at Rocanotherworld. From the classics that defined entire generations to the latest pop and dance hits, each song is carefully selected to keep the audience moving.
In the Silent Disco area , the public will be able to dance barefoot on the sand, accompanied by the energetic sets of DJs Alien , Amalia Vornicu and Donisan.
Season tickets and day tickets have gone on sale online , pupils and students benefit from 50% discounted prices, and “Group Tickets / Passes” packages encourage friends to come together to Rocanotherworld at a preferential price. When purchasing tickets or subscriptions for Rocanotherworld 2024, a 20% discount is available when paying with an ING card. The discount is automatically applied when selecting ” ING ” as the payment method on the platform.
Tickets for children up to the age of 12 are free and are valid in the company of a ticket-paying adult. These can be obtained online at beforeothers.rocanotherworld.com – ” Free Pass ” section. Access to the festival is with the free ticket and a proof of age up to 12 years old, i.e. student card or birth certificate (copy or online).
People with disabilities and their companions can benefit from free access to the festival by completing the form in the FAQ – Tickets section, available on rocanotherworld.com .
- Organizers: Creative Industry Association, Showberry
- Main partner: ING Bank Romania
- Supporting partner: Digi Romania
- Sponsors: Penny, Pepsi, Vitamin Aqua, Ness
- Cultural partner: French Institute Iași
- Promotion partner: WINK Public Multimedia
Media partners: Radio Guerilla , VivaFm , Iqads , Carturesti , Happ.ro , Fashion Premium Magazine , Ziarul Metropolis , Observator Cultural , Suplimentul de Cultura , RevistaGolan , CVLTARTES , Like5 , Info Music , Ziarul de Iasi , Zile si Nopti , Iasi Tv Life , Life.ro , BZI.ro
The Creative Industries Association is the organizer of the Rocanotherworld and Classix festivals in Iasi, with the aim of cultural revitalization of the city, engagement of creative communities and involvement in the civil life of society through actions that promote the proactive, contributory and participatory spirit.
Showberry is a winning startup of the Invest in People program! Since 2015, he has been developing cultural and creative projects, being one of the main promoters of public concerts and thematic events in the north-eastern region of Romania. Since 2016, he has been co-organizer of the Rocanotherworld festival and since 2020 of the Classix Festival, together with the Creative Industries Association.
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