10 Years Strong - Radio Barbã

For a decade, they’ve set the nights on fire, crushed stages, and pushed dance floors to their limits (check GF 24). Radio Barbã celebrates a decade full of gypsy punk, Balkan vibes, and unstoppable power – and as it should be, they do it loud, hot, unrestrained, and with a generous shot of vodka.

Tonight, they transform De Centrale into one massive party explosion. Expect no ordinary concert, but a danceable storm, a musical hammer blow, and an ecstatic folk celebration bursting with adrenaline.

Born in Oudenaarde and forged on the road – through muddy festivals, obscure clubs, and intense journeys across Ukraine and the Balkans – Radio Barbã sounds like a wild storm of sounds: Eastern European melodies, pumping beats, Balkan brass, and raw gypsy punk fused into a unique, powerful musical mix.

In times when parts of these regions face great hardship, we respectfully honor the strength and resilience of the people who live there. Under the motto “Love, Sweat & Happiness” and their battle cry “Let Love Rule,” Radio Barbã takes you on a glowing, sweaty trip that your bones will feel for weeks.

This won’t be an ordinary night—it will be a revolution on the dance floor. So come, let go, embrace the night, and lose track of time!

Leander Vandereecken & Olivier Vander Bauwede

Leander Vandereecken and Olivier Vander Bauwede, two musicians from Ghent, form a passionate acoustic duo. With guitar, harmonica, and vocals, they are key figures in the Ghent blues & roots scene. Leander, known from 'A Murder In Mississippi', is a talented vocalist and guitarist. Olivier, a versatile multi-instrumentalist and virtuoso harmonica player, has collaborated with artists like Roland, Absynthe Minded, and Sylvie Kreusch. In 2024, they released their first EP Live From Room 13, receiving multiple Blues Award nominations and wins.

DJ’s Malalata

This dynamic duo from Slovakia, with 17 years of stage experience, mixes Balkan beats, gypsy music, reggae, and world music into original, energetic sets. They bring their unique sound to life with an exuberant performance that makes every show unforgettable. From lively European clubs to Japan and Mexico, they captivate audiences everywhere. They’ve played major festivals like Colours of Ostrava, Pohoda, and Uprising, sharing the stage with legends such as Parov Stelar, Goran Bregović, Shantel, Mahala Rai Banda, and Fanfare Ciocarlia. Since 2011, they have hosted the popular Balkan Bashavel party, a magnet for thousands of fans.