SLADEK
support: syot
27
October
SLADEK is a soul band featuring singer and guitarist David Sladek, bassist Alvis Reid, and drummer Bernhard Sorger, who have carved out a recognizable place in the scene since their formation in 2019. Their music combines infectious R&B melodies with deep neo-soul influences, but took a clear new direction with the EP Loveless (2024), inspired by the soul music of the late sixties. In collaboration with producer Mathias Garmusch, the Austria-based trio developed an honest, personal, and timeless sound, aided by a refreshed production approach and a shift toward analog recording. This evolution culminated in the album Things Gotta Change (2025), featuring tracks such as Stranger and Here to Stay. Live, SLADEK is known for their immersive performances, bringing the emotional depth and rhythmic power of soul music to life and effortlessly captivating their audience. On stage, they are joined by Taineh on keys and backing vocals and Gloria Handler on percussion. With earlier releases such as Daydreamin’ (2019) and the Fabricated Reality EP (2021/2022), the band steadily built their reputation, while 2023 laid the foundation for the renewed sound that defines their recent work.
Support act
SYOT
Representing the Dutch-German band Syot, guitarist Henri Ditz and frontman Oscar van de Steeg present their very first stripped-back set. Inspired by artists like Prince, D’Angelo, and Jadu Heart, the duo reimagines the Syot sound in a more intimate and raw setting, paving a new path for the hopeless romantics.
