Hip hop is more than just a genre—it’s a living language spoken through rhythm, movement, and improvisation. her. As part of North Sea Round Town, we bring this philosophy to life with a night of live music and dance featuring IKIGAI, an international jazz-funk collective based in Amsterdam, and XGen’s Wennah Wilkers and Kelly Bigirindavyi, who are both rooted in house and freestyle.
IKIGAI—led by D!ma Loginov on trumpet, Kasparas Petkus on drums, and Justin Mass on bass—blends groove-rich melodies with intricate arrangements, pushing the boundaries of modern funk and jazz.
The night opens with a raw, improvisational performance by Wennah and Kelly. Then the floor opens up for a jam session, where dancers, musicians, and lovers of rhythm are invited to join in. No stage. No barriers. Just groove, spontaneity, and shared energy.
