SKY MIC
Vol.2 # 1 //
12.10.2024
Locke at Eastside Gallery // Berlin
Sky Mic
musical diversity rolled into one
Sky Mic captures the vibrant musical diversity of Berlin. Held monthly, it features artists from various genres performing for a mixed audience of fans, creatives, industry professionals, and travelers from around the world. Complementing the performances, a seasoned house band of expert session musicians enhances the atmosphere, making Sky Mic a cornerstone of Berlin’s vibrant cultural scene.
Sky Mic Summer Jam // Open Air
Anica Russo
At just 24 years old, Anica Russo has already achieved quite a lot with her unique sound blending dark and rock-pop elements and profound lyrics. With over 40 million streams and collaborations with big names like Alan Walker and Adam Lambert, she has made herself a name in the music industry. Her song “Once Upon a Dream,” which she performed at the ESC national finals, earned her the German Songwriting Award in 2023. Beyond her music career, Anica is also a dedicated ambassador for “JugendNotmail,” advocating for mental health awareness.
Namakau Star
The South African-Zambian artist has made a name for herself in her home country as the “Vibe Goddess”. She captivates her audience with soulful melodies and concise lyrics with an electrifying mix of RnB, pop, soul and hip hop. Lucky for us, she is currently touring Germany and will be at the start of our Summerjam.
RKS Newton & Burak
This iconic duo brings two well known legends of the Berlin music scene to the eastside stage. RKS newton is a multi-talent on the keys, on the mixer and on the microphone. Burak is a legend on the guitar. Their first collaboration “Santorini” dropping last month marks the beginning of a journey, but guys, this is just the beginning.
Hosts: Jonas & Toshin
The Summerjam showcase will be hosted by Jonas and Toshín. Toshín has been thrilling audiences across Ireland and Europe with her unique fusion of Soul, R&B, Afro pop, and Rock. Known for her powerful vocals and dynamic stage presence, where this lady show’s up, more than just a concert can be expected. Jonas, the founder and organizer of Sky Mic, is blending his industry background with his passion for live music of all kinds.
Team
Introducing Band and host
Our shows are supported by a top-notch house band that arranges and rehearses the songs with each showcase-artist. Georg (bass), Sami (drums), Robert (keys), Ada (guitar), Burak (guitar), and Mario (saxophone) put together a performance set for each single sky mic which the city has never seen before and will never see again afterwards.
Offstage, we have the amazing Alex on the mixing decks and Kevin Peters behind the camera. Last but not least, Sky Mic is managed and hosted by Jonas, with recent reinforcement from the one and only Toshín.
Berlin
City of music
Whether hip hop, RnB, pop, rock or jazz: In recent years, Berlin has become one of the most sought-after musical hotspots on planet earth. With international major labels, publishing houses, a great variety of newcomers and established artist, the capital city of Germany is a vibrant hub for music, extending far beyond the world of techno which Berlin is traditionally known for.
Location
Locke at Eastside Gallery
Come to the Eastside!
Above the rooftops of the city, the creative pulse of Friedrichshain meets the nobility of a modern design hotel. At the same time, the Eastside Gallery is a place where a dark part of Berlins history comes to live: less than 40 years ago, the inner German border, nick-named the “death-strip”, meant a fatal end for more than 600 people who were seeking for the freedom we are enjoying today. Aware of the dark past of this location, Sky Mic specifically marks a place of creativity and openness to the world, where freedom and diversity are explicitly welcomed and celebrated.
Locke at East Side Gallery · Mühlenstraße 61–63 · 10243 Berlin >> Google maps
Safe Space
and Awareness
Not only experienced and established artists, but also many newcomers, have the chance to present their art at Sky Mic. Therefore, we promote a supportive and friendly atmosphere on stage as well as in the audience. We will not tolerate any kind of hostility or discrimination.
Past Events
At Sky Mic, we had the pleasure of working with artists of different styles from all over the world. For an overview of the past line-ups, see here.
Become a part
and experience the event
Sky Mic
Locke at Eastside Gallery
Mühlenstraße 61 // Berlin