On 15 August, Noordstaat will serve up a rock-solid local hip-hop programme at Noorderzon. Emerging artists from Noordstaat and Hit the North take over Callisto with sharp lyrics, tight beats and a hefty dose of energy. Expect an evening full of character and new sound - straight from the North.

tays
tays is an alternative hip-hop artist with dreamy productions, boombap and sharp, personal lyrics. His work explores themes of youth, transience and the search for a home. His live shows are energetic and sincere, with room for reflection, playfulness and bravado. tays brings a combination of introspective and philosophical lyrics, provocative here and there, with the occasional brag & boast.
 

Alexander Moto
Alexander Moto is a distinctive voice in Dutch-language hip-hop. The artist from Friesland combines his love for language and music into sharp, reflective tracks full of layered lyrics. Sometimes razor-sharp, sometimes mysterious, but always honest. What started with writing stories and playing piano as a child grew into a powerful form of self-expression through rap. Alexander doesn’t beat around the truth—he may wrap it up in a few lines that make you pause and think.