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25.03.2025Programme

Roskilde Festival kicks off with a First Days lineup filled with exciting Danish and international acts. Check out all 42 names here.

Roskilde Festival is less than 100 days away! Now, we unleash the names of all the acts playing our First Days lineup and our opener for Orange Stage!

As the name suggest, First Days kicks off Roskilde Festival with 42 concerts from Sunday 29 June to Tuesday 1 July. First Days bring together some of the most interesting music acts right now and offer the chance to discover something brand new and unexpected—before (or together with) your friends.

Scroll down and explore the programme.

REMEMBER! You need a full festival ticket for Roskilde Festival to experience the First Days programme (as well as Olivia Rodrigo, FKA twigs, Stormzy, Fontaines D.C., and all the other acts).

First off: Some of the international acts ...

We begin in Sweden with Biji (pictured) and L1NA, two phenomenal hip-hop acts ready to conquer Denmark.

From Norway, we have the hyped singer and producer Hillari, setting the stage for a seductive soul party, and Fakethias, who is making waves at home with his electronic-infused rock.

Icelandic band Gróa has established itself as a phenomenal live act, delivering epic outbursts and native-language lyrics that bring to mind fellow Icelanders Sigur Rós, and Greenlandic Andachan delivers EDM bangers and dubstep that references his homeland.

Big abroad, ready to conquer the homeland

You quickly understand why Tonser has already toured in Japan and England. This rising Danish star blends the best elements of artists like Charli XCX and Justin Bieber into an irresistible mix of restless (hyper)pop energy.

Molina has also found success abroad, mostly due to her massive hit "Hey Kids". Now, she’s ready to take on First Days with her captivating, mind-bending indie pop.

Both famous and notorious in international waters, DJ G2G (pictured) is known for their unpredictable and infectious mixes, guaranteed to create a chaotic rave atmosphere. Their explosive party will close out First Days.

Danish artists in the midst of their breakthrough

Ditch that Duolingo streak of yours and learn Danish the proper way: Through some of the biggest pop acts Denmark has to offer right now.

Mumle offers infectious pop gems with both edge and charm, while Aphaca (pictured) blends the vulnerable and deeply relatable with unforgettable pop melodies. Add an undeniably youthful twist, and boom – you’ve got the perfect way to kick off the festival summer!

Østen is brutally honest, serving his deepest emotions on a silver platter. His musicality allows him to play with countless genres in grand productions, and this summer, he’ll leave a lasting impression on everyone who will experience him.

A buffet of pop and soul

Of course, you’ll also get the best of fresh pop, soul, and R&B.

We’re serving up the much-hyped soul-pop names Sira Jovina (pictured), Bette, and Amna Naseer, who will effortlessly replace any festival hangovers with butterflies in your stomach.

Betty Bass, Lúpína, and Jaleesa will also provide pure soul-soothing magic, each seducing with their own inviting take on soul music, while Carlloyaboy blends R&B and afropop with his 10-piece orchestra.

Last but not least, you can experience folk-pop with country roots from Bye Bye Brenda, the new project from Stine Bramsen and Kajsa Vala.

Multiple rising hip hop stars will come by

Wicky (pictured) sounds like something from another world and has been dubbed as the Danish Playboi Carti by dedicated fans. Merro8 returns to the festival with solid momentum, largely due to his collaboration with Gilli on "Intet Nyt", which hit No. 1 on the Danish Spotify charts.

Another fresh and fast-rising name is Lay, who has quickly established himself as one to watch on the Danish hip-hop scene.

On the more experimental side, Skt. DeLarge invites you into an intense and hard-hitting live performance.

Rock with edge, bite and charm

Ki! effortlessly blends a multitude of genres and brings along a well-playing (and large!) band. Meanwhile, Bænch strips things down to sharp choruses and a playful energy reminiscent of The Strokes.

The trio Uden Ord builds immersive soundscapes you won’t want to leave. Also, try to remain unaffected by the brutally honest outbursts of Vilma Crow (SPOILER: You won’t).

Von Quar brings a powerful sense of community with their truthful stadium rock, while Wedding delivers beautiful, introspective rock infused with an almost club-like output.

From Sweden, you can experience Boy With Apple, who crafts atmospheric shoegaze, and Tex (pictured), who mixes elements of R&B into his rock-driven sound.

Metal and hardcore as a means of liberation

Norwegian act Rosa Faenskap (pictured) represents queer liberation, using black metal and punk as weapons in the fight.

Ever heard of the fast and chaotic subgenre powerviolence? If not, Casket Spray is a great place to start.

Split can best be described as "Amager hardcore" and is a strong contender for the next big metal band from Copenhagen. Vægtløs also represents Danish hardcore but with a contrasting and meditative lyrical universe.

Folk, experimental and jazz

Drummer Jonathan Jull Ludvigsen explores genre-defying experiments in his solo project J. Ludvig III. Meanwhile, Norwegian artist Øyunn is a standout jazz act, incorporating poetic rap and rich, soothing grooves.

Ungklang is a sublime vocal ensemble from the Danish National Girls' Choir, where nine women captivate with spine-chilling vocal harmonies. Soap Horse blends country and alternative rock with an original punk energy.

If you’re looking for the freshest talents in singer-songwriter and folk music, don’t miss Karoline Funder (pictured) and Lea Eyðbjørg, both of whom have been making waves on their way up.

One more time, loud and clear: The 42 First Days acts are …

Amna Naseer (DK)
Andachan (GL)
Aphaca (DK)
Bette (DK)
Betty Bass (DK)
Biji (SE)
Boy With Apple (SE)

Bye Bye Brenda (DK)
Bænch (DK)
DJ G2G (DA/UY)
Carlloyaboy (DK)
Casket Spray (DK)
Fakethias (NO)
Gróa (IS)

Hillari (NO/PH)
Jaleesa (DK)
J. Ludvig III (DK)
Karoline Funder (DK)
Ki! (DK)
L1NA (SE)
Lay (DK)

Lea Eyðbjørg (DK/FO)
Lúpína (IS)
Merro8 (DK)
Molina (DK/CL)
Mumle (DK)
Rosa Faenskap (NO)
Sira Jovina (DK)

Skt. DeLarge (DK)
Soap Horse (DK)
Split (DK)
Tex (SE)
Tonser (DK)
Uden Ord (DK)
Ungklang (DK)

Vilma Crow (DK)
Von Quar (DK)
Vægtløs (DK)
Wedding (DK)
Wicky (DK)
Østen (DK)
Øyunn (NO)

At the same time, we’ve also revealed that rising pop sensation Annika will be opening Orange Stage.

Listen to the First Days lineup here: