Ook dit jaar is Usva weer een locatie voor ESNS. Voor meer informatie verwijzen we je door naar www.esns.nl. Check hieronder het programma voor donderdag 15 januari 2026.
19.30 – 20.10 DINA JASHARI
Dina Jashari is a singer, songwriter, and producer from North Macedonia — a trailblazing voice steadily capturing the hearts of audiences across the Balkans. Dina pours her entire being and experiences out into her songwriting, effortlessly flowing through pop and neo-soul. So far, Dina has released the Doma EP, and the album Rastenija Bez Koren (Plants Without Roots), plus several singles including the collaborative track Ubav Den with acclaimed world music artist and composer Duke Bojadziev. Her sound and songwriting stem from a space of authentic playfulness and introspection, grounded in her jazz studies at the Faculty of Music in Skopje. In 2025, Dina and her band had the honor of opening for Massive Attack’s concert in Skopje, marking another milestone in her growing career.
20.50 – 21.30 RAGNAR FINSSON
Ragnar Finsson is a Faroese musician, producer, songwriter, and artist whose work blends emotional clarity with sonic curiosity. Drawing inspiration from artists like Big Thief, Adrianne Lenker, Steve Lacy, José González, Bon Iver, and Fleetwood Mac, Finsson crafts songs that feel intimate yet expansive, and is anchored in intricate guitar work, spacious production, and reflective, existential lyrics. His approach to music centers on presence over performance, inviting listeners into a world that is both deeply personal and subtly profound. Finsson is currently working on high-end demos for his debut solo album.
22.10 – 22.50 BANA ZAHITI
Bana Zahiti is a Kosovar-German artist who crafts alternative R&B and pop music that bridges her diasporic roots with contemporary international sounds. She explores longing, desire, and identity through atmospheric production and intimate storytelling who first gained attention in 2022 by sharing her innovative fusion of English and Albanian music online. Her singles Pranverë, Dukat, and Raki Rrushi have since made waves across the Balkan music scene, and in 2025, she made her festival debut at Sunny Hill Festival, Dua Lipa’s iconic music festival in Prishtina, Kosovo.
23.30 – 00.10 JOSH ISLAND
Powerhouse vocalist Josh Island combines infectious melodies with introspective yet uplifting storytelling, shaped by the likes of Fink, Sting or Hozier. Starting out in tiny Luxembourg aged 15, he quickly made a name for himself with his engaging live shows, supporting renowned artists such as Passenger, James Morrison, Katie Melua and Alec Benjamin, as well as performing at many European festivals. Singles Courage and Artemis offer a gripping glimpse into the singer-songwriter’s sophomore album coming March 2026, which is coupled with a European headlining tour.
00.50 – 01.30 EILIS FRAWLEY
The solo project of Eilis Frawley combines direct and unforgiving spoken word amidst krautrock rhythms. With a focus on social structures, feminism, mental health, and storytelling she speaks truth to creative insecurities, personal tragedies, and the impacts of living abroad. Born Australian, she now lives in Berlin, where she drums and sings in local bands Kara Delik and Restless. Eilis’s solo debut album Fall Forward, produced by Kat Frankie, was released in March 2025.