Kuppelfest - Nathalie Froehlich, La Yegros (ARG), Barrio Colette + more

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Birthdays are most fun when celebrated with good music, activities, and great people. That's exactly what we're doing now for our 2-year anniversary. A festival we're really looking forward to and want to celebrate with you. 2 days of festival for 2 years of Kuppel. Program: In the afternoon, there will be creative, colorful, educational activities around the house (more details coming soon) on both days, free entry, for the whole family.
Starting at 19:00, our evening program begins. PROGRAM FRIDAY:
La Nefera x Polarbaeren, La Yegros (ARG) + Nathalie Froehlich
PROGRAM SATURDAY:
Starrlight, Barrio Colette, Ildikó Starrlight is an international hip-hop artist whose music acts as the unfiltered, genuine voice of humanity. With a complex mix of poetic lyrics, compelling performance, and uncompromising authenticity, Starrlight's art resonates deeply with fans who prefer substance over superficiality. Originating from space, Starrlight has become a fixture in the underground hip-hop scene. She combines sharp social commentary, delivered in intense flows, with captivating beats that enthrall audiences worldwide. From cypher sessions in gritty cellars and underground stages to energetic performances on successful global tours, Starrlight has earned a reputation for delivering thought-provoking music that challenges norms while celebrating the roots of this art form. Influenced by hip-hop from the Golden Era to modern experimental sounds, Starrlight creates music that connects generations and appeals to both old-school fans and new listeners alike. Her professional work ethic, calm demeanor, lyrical flows, and stunning stage presence ensure her success. The Swiss quartet Barrio Colette returns with “Midi Soir Matin,” an EP offering an exciting mix of pop melodies, cheesy garage rock, and heartfelt ballads – authentic, raw, and soulful. Led by charismatic frontwoman Noémie Griess, whose performances oscillate between provocation and daydreams, the band creates a unique sound together. Luca Celetta and Stan Veuillet provide groovy rhythms and rock accents, while Anissa Cadelli explores new sound dimensions with her creativity. La Nefera x Polarbaeren
What started in 2025 as a collaboration at the Project Agora Festival is now becoming one of the most exciting live moments in the Swiss alternative music scene: La Nefera and Polarbaeren are releasing their first joint album “VISA”. After Polarbaeren won the “Out of Genre” demo tape clinic at m4music last year, they are kicking off 2026 with their first official release in collaboration with La Nefera. The charismatic rapper, known for her powerful voice and blend of Latin American influences, hip-hop, and electronic sounds, meets the unique approach of Polarbaeren – a fusion of microscopic beats, club music, and climate jazz.
What sounds like a contrast on paper, works surprisingly natural live: complex, energetic, yet accessible. Two generations, two contexts, and two unmistakable styles merge into a shared artistic statement. From this unique festival encounter, a layered album project developed during an intensive production phase. And an equally exciting live act. “I am not a queen, I am a goddess.”
Nathalie Froehlich is emerging as one of the most distinctive voices in the new rap and electronic scene. With roots in the underground, she breaks down barriers between techno, rap, pop, and Baile Funk, creating a sound that is as explosive as it is emotional. As an intensely passionate rapper, she impresses with her extraordinary stage presence, reflected in her gaze and lyrics, which hit hard and speak the truth.
Nathalie Froehlich balances anger and celebration, turning every performance into a collective exorcism. Her universe, where rap, rave, and performance art collide, stands for music that is free, radical, and uncompromising. Authentic and unapologetic, she is the voice of a generation that processes its anger through dance and transforms sweat into power. LA YEGROS, crowned the queen of Nu-Cumbia, is an essential figure in world music, known for cult songs like “Viene de Mi” and “Chicha Roja.”
In 2024, driven by a desire for discovery and innovation, she enriches her discography with new sounds, blending Latin American folklore, reggae, ska, and electronic music into “HAZ,” a unique, pulsating, and decidedly modern album. La Yegros’ folklore 2.0, sometimes tender, sometimes exhilarating, celebrates love in all its complexity. The album, which uses the stage as a playground, transforms into an energetic live machine: punchy synthesizers, electronic textures, and powerful rhythms amplify her exuberant energy. The new show promises an even more intense and explosive experience.

Highlights

• Two days full of music and activities
• Performances by La Yegros (ARG), Nathalie Froehlich, and Barrio Colette
• Family-friendly program with free entry

General Information

The Kuppelfest in Basel celebrates its second birthday with a diverse program for the whole family. On both days, there will be creative activities and concerts starting at 19:00 with various artists from genres like hip-hop, rave, rock, and more.

Location

Nachtigallenwäldeli 9/10, 4051 Basel, Switzerland

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