Retro Garden came together as naturally as their music sounds. Meeting by chance in school, they didn't plan on forming a band, but something clicked. Swapping playlists and jamming late into the night, their shared love for music bonded them. With Andrei on vocals and guitar, Becca on guitar, Daniele on keys, Promise on drums, and Emmanuel on bass, their music blends clean tones, vocal harmonies, and lyrics that feel like untold stories from daily life. No frills-just honest music that speaks for itself. This is Retro Garden—a group of friends who met by accident and now create music that feels destined.
IANA, a Greek singer-songwriter, brings together elements of jazz, R&B, pop, and ballads in her distinctive musical style. Her mellow, emotive vocals first captured attention with her debut single "Solo a Ti," a Greek-Spanish pop fusion released in 2022. With formal training through school and university choirs, IANA crafts multilingual compositions that showcase her versatile artistry and songwriting capabilities. Her work continues to evolve as she explores new vocal techniques and thematic depths in her music.
If you love jazzy chords, hip hop breaks and soulful melodies then Atso Dunkel’s music is definitely for you. The 23-year old musical multi-talent from Helsinki has been making noise in the indie scene of Finland for the last few years and he’s continuing to impress people with his unique sound. Atso's debut album "Käännän Sivuu" was released on June 28th 2024 and you can expect new releases in 2025.
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George Zlatić is a saxophonist from Croatia who started playing at the age of seven. Currently, he is in his fourth year at the Music Academy in Zagreb, Croatia where he studies under the guidance of Professor Dragan Sremec. Trained in classical saxophone, he has developed strong skills in both classical music and jazz under guidance of Professor Saša Nestorović.
In addition to his studies, George Zlatić has gained experience performing at weddings, private events, and working with DJs across Croatia, both along the coast and in the capital city. His performances combine live saxophone with DJ music, creating a unique and exciting atmosphere.
Becca Obeng, known professionally as BeccasMelodies, is an Italian-Ghanaian pianist, guitarist, and music producer. Music is her way of expressing herself and finding therapy. She explores various genres, including indie, neo-soul, blues, jazz, afrobeats and pop, making her a versatile artist. Her debut single, “Make It,” released on February 22, 2022, is a relaxing piano melody, perfect for studying, reading, or unwinding. Although her musical journey began with the piano, discovering the guitar sparked a deep passion.
Anuoluwasubomi Promise, a Nigerian drummer, discovered his passion for music at a young age. He found his instrument, the drums, at six or seven, honing his skills in church, where he learned the foundations of rhythm and timing. Spending countless hours practicing and experimenting with different styles, Anuoluwasubomi transformed the drumming circle into his creative playground. His expressive, dynamic playing became a means of connecting with others through music. Now Anuoluwasubomi continues to pursue his musical dreams, collaborating with talented artists and refining his craft. His journey reflects a deep commitment to rhythm, artistry, and personal growth through music.
Zola is a 23 year old singer-songwriter from east Helsinki. She got her start as a 10 year old writing songs with her friends all while dreaming about starting a girl band with them. Zola started writing more seriously once she started 6th grade. Since then she learned how to play chords on the piano and guitar which accompanied her poetic lyrics.
Now she spends her time writing mostly alternative R'n'B with jazz and neo-soul influences. Finding her own sound was crucial to Zola which definitely happened. A focus on lyrics and a fairy like headvoice can be found in most of her tunes. Even though the focus is mostly on R'n'B, Zola is never afraid to try new genres and "genrebending" is very close to her heart.
Moonflower is an indie singer-songwriter based in Helsinki, whose musical journey began at the age of 16 with his first guitar. Drawing inspiration from his mother’s love for classic bands like The Beatles, Bee Gees, Bread, The Carpenters, he developed a deep passion for songwriting as a means of expressing his thoughts and emotions.
Influenced by alternative rock artists such as Elliott Smith, Jeff Buckley, Radiohead, and Cigarettes After Sex, Moonflower's sound is characterized by its melancholic and nostalgic tones. Through his music, he invites listeners into his introspective world, creating a unique blend of timeless melodies and heartfelt lyrics.