Essen, Germany
The GREND is a community and cultural centre in the Frohnhausen district of Essen, run by a non-profit association. It hosts a broad mix of events - concerts, theatre, readings, and neighbourhood gatherings - in an unpretentious setting that has made it a fixture of the local alternative scene for decades.
in 3 days
Two duos sharing one stage: DENUIT bringing dark synthpop with gothic techno edges, and I Am The Fly delivering raw, minimalist synth-punk straight out of 1978.
Comedy troupe Die 6 lustigen 7 brings a guest show to Essen: a jealous husband, a tanned tennis instructor, and a love potion brewed by an esoteric specialist - chaos is guaranteed.
Norwegian post-punk outfit Mayflower Madame brings their critically acclaimed album Insight to Essen, supported by No Love Lost, whose sound channels Joy Division and Interpol.
A drag show by Pula M. King and co-host Robyn Caskets, with a new theme and a fresh guest lineup every time. Runs as a queer safe space with an on-site awareness team.
A musical event where everyone sings favourite songs together in a feel-good atmosphere. An evening full of joy, fun, and shared singing with the audience.