AySay

AySay is a band from Copenhagen that combines Anatolian folk and Scandinavian electronica, informed by the Danish-Kurdish-Turkish background of lead singer Luna Ersahin. The band creates a musical environment in which boundaries are removed and only a raw human experience remains, somewhere between hope and hopelessness.

Their music celebrates diversity and builds bridges between worlds, thus making them a vibrant voice on the global music scene. With Luna’s enchanting, tone-bending voice at the forefront and the virtuoso talent of Aske Døssing Bendixen and Carl West Hosbond, the band creates a musical universe that takes listeners from Scandinavian landscapes to the heart of Anatolia.

By combining traditional instruments, such as the saz, with contemporary pop and electronic elements, AySay produces an innovative sound that transcends genres and unites cultures.

Melina

Melina grew up in a family where an oral musical tradition played a central role. She carries her Greek heritage with a voice rich in emotional depth. At the intersection between traditional and contemporary music, she infuses her work with a modernity and sensitivity that is unique for her generation.

Singer, oud-player, dancer and composer: Melina is a multifaceted artist. After the release of her first EP in June 2025, she’ll be starting the new year at ESNS and spend the entire year touring with her band.

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