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People's Forum, Farida Sedoc's first solo exhibition, explores the conditions for art as livelihood and as a vehicle for change. Sedoc starts from her own vulnerable experience as an artist to address new forms of collectivity. Amplifying past and current voices of diasporic and transnational commun

OSCAM is celebrating its 6th anniversary in style! OSCAM has been the place for contemporary art and culture, showcasing the creativity and diversity of artists from all walks of life. OSCAM stands for inclusivity and the celebration of diverse cultures. We pay tribute to the richness of cultures, a

In honour of the Surinamese Independence Day on November 25, Patta, Eye Filmmuseum and MUBI are coming together to present a screening of the iconic Surinamese-Dutch classic WAN PIPEL (1976) by Pim de la Parra. This special screening includes a video introduction by the director himself. Guests rece

In a conversation powered by Lynk&Co and Patta, Samuel King and Lola Edobor take the time to tell us their story so far. Both of them are co-founders of Pamela; a queer bar based in Amsterdam. They are already a staple hangout in the city centre as they have provided a breath of fresh air amongst th

Get ready to experience Goya Gumbani's live show as he takes centre stage at Amsterdam's Skatecafe on November 25th, marking one of the inaugural stops on his eagerly anticipated When The Past Bloomed European Tour, Gumbani's latest seven-track project unveils a dynamic shift in his musical journey,

Patta Stands for Freedom, Solidarity, and Intersectionality At Patta, we believe in the liberation of all people, no matter where they are in the world. We hold a fundamental principle close to our hearts: no human is illegal. In a world filled with divisions, we stand for unity and the right to sel

Maneuvering between many different genres and cultures to bring A substantial serving of music is precisely what Jerrau severs at his DJ sets. He is a Suriname-Dutch DJ known for his sets in Amsterdam nightlife. When Jerrau is behind the deck, his infectious aura takes over the dance floor. It will

GYATSO is a young creative based in Amsterdam and is best known for his photography, his role as a DJ, and for curating club nights at Amsterdam's Kanaal40, Radio Radio, as well as Rotterdam's Mono. Following his debut at Lente Kabinet and a recent appearance at De School, he is driven to create unf

Broad sonic fields and conveys contagious bass-driven, razor-sharp kicks. If you mention all of those, we are talking about LazerGazer, who is no stranger to the Amsterdam scene. A key part of the kanaal40 team, and a talented visual artist, she is known for bending music and bringing out emotions w

Hailing from Portugal, Glabra has wandered far and wide, lately landing in Amsterdam for a master's program in Design. As a DJ, Glabra's known for dialing up the heat on the dance floor, infusing it with a sultry and playful vibe, causing waves of high energy to ripple through the room whenever Glab

Amsterdam’s Nèna brings feverish heat to the dance floor with sets that balance right in between smooth and energetic. Her open-minded approach to club music results in eclectic selection of dancehall and reggaeton glued into her excellent picks of bass, rolling techno and percussive electronics. Co

Jan Koster is one of the fastest-rising talents within the Amsterdam music landscape. A common fixture at contemporary cultural institutes such as OALLERY and Nachbar, with only an upward trajectory in his path, Jan Koster is a welcome addition to the program for this event. Playing his favorite mus

Interviewed by Passion Dzenga GYATSO is a young creative based in Amsterdam and is best known for his photography, his role as a DJ, and for curating club nights at Amsterdam's Kanaal40, Radio Radio, as well as Rotterdam's Mono. Following his debut at Lente Kabinet and a recent appearance at De Scho

Interview by Aziz Changoer | Photography Fidelio Faustino, Esmeralda Engels, Kiara Timgrad, Olivia Lambert and Brandon Granville Tida Kamara is one of the rising stars in Amsterdam's nightlife. She was born and raised in Ede, Gelderland but has roots in Sierra Leone. Tida has been a DJ for two years

Ring Ring is the latest single from New Zealand’s JessB . The professional netballer turned rapper linked up with Amsterdam-born and raised artist Zulu Green for a remix. JessB hails from the vibrant city of Auckland, New Zealand. With two EPs to her name, "Bloom" and "New Views," she's made a signi

Prepare to embark on a journey through time, as we introduce you to this sentimental mixtape curated by the one and only Mr. Wix . Hailing from the vibrant city of Amsterdam, this Dutch-Surinamese DJ has been a prominent figure in the music scene since the mid-nineties. With a diverse repertoire tha