The week kicks off with an intriguing contrast: Danish singer-songwriter Oliver Skou-Due brings his genre-less approach to Rust, while across town, North Carolina progressive metal outfit Between the Buried and Me deliver their thinking man's hardcore at Pumpehuset. The latter has built a devoted following with their complex, cerebral take on heavy music since forming in 2000.
Tuesday 3 MarchTuesday offers remarkable variety across Copenhagen's venues. Brazilian guitarist Fabiano Do Nascimento brings his jazz-influenced compositions to Rust, drawing on a lifetime of Brazilian musical traditions. Meanwhile, opera legend Plácido Domingo graces DR Koncerthuset — one of The Three Tenors, with 144 different roles under his belt, this is a rare chance to witness true vocal mastery.
The night's indie contingent belongs to The Last Dinner Party, who bring their dynamic British indie rock to Store VEGA. The London five-piece have been making waves since forming in 2021, and with nearly 3 million monthly listeners, they're clearly connecting with audiences.
Wednesday 4 MarchWednesday sees Danish confessional pop from JONATHAN at Lille VEGA, whose emotionally direct Danish-language songs have earned him a devoted following. Italian superstar Eros Ramazzotti fills Royal Arena with his enormous presence — nearly 10 million monthly listeners speak to his enduring appeal across Europe and the Spanish-speaking world. For something heavier, California's Thrice bring two decades of evolution from fast hardcore to sophisticated rock to Pumpehuset.
Thursday 5 MarchThursday's lineup is particularly eclectic. British singer-songwriter Asha Banks plays Lille VEGA, channeling influences from Oasis to Amy Winehouse. Detroit's Danny Brown takes over Store VEGA with his uniquely individualistic hip-hop — MTV called him "one of rap's most unique figures in recent memory," and his 2.7 million monthly listeners agree. Norwegian blues-rocker TORA DAA brings raw emotion to Rust, while Berlin-based Danish duo LAVINE craft cinematic alt-pop at the intimate Loppen.
Friday 6 MarchFriday explodes with options across the city. Danish icon Thomas Helmig headlines Amager Bio, while Australian indie folk favorites The Paper Kites bring their gorgeous melodies to Store VEGA — with over 6 million monthly listeners, expect a packed room. Swedish lo-fi house pioneer DJ Seinfeld takes over Pumpehuset, perfect for those seeking warm, hazy electronic textures.
Copenhagen's own progressive metal act Cold Night For Alligators play BETA Copenhagen, blending post-rock atmospherics with djent rhythms. Danish synthpop duo GENTS celebrate a decade together at Lille VEGA, while the underground beckons at Loppen with noisy indie trio TRADER and at Ideal Bar where 19-year-old legobygger123 blends grime and dancehall with internet energy.
Saturday 7 MarchSaturday brings Swedish indie charmer Jens Lekman to DR Koncerthuset — his witty, melancholic, sample-heavy pop deserves the concert hall treatment. German black metal project Kanonenfieber explores the horrors of World War I through devastating metal at Amager Bio, while electronic producer Neelix brings his psytrance sound to Poolen. Danish artist Søn plays Store VEGA, and Argentine-British dream-popper Malena Zavala creates layered psychedelic soundscapes at Ideal Bar.
Sunday 8 MarchThe week closes strong with Michigan post-hardcore outfit La Dispute at Pumpehuset, while Portland's Portugal. The Man bring their psychedelic rock to Amager Bio. With nearly 13 million monthly listeners and years of evolution since their 2005 formation, they're a fitting finale to a packed week.
