Celica Rocks is back in 2025 – still dancing, grooving, and moving at the hottest concert events in town! For the fourth year in a row, we’re turning our summer garden into the epicenter of live music in Ljubljana. Every Thursday in July and August, we’ll host amazing bands, an even better vibe, and that special kind of magic that only happens on our Summer Garden!

This Thursday, we’ll be exploring sonic landscapes with a fusion of future garage and trip-hop from the mysterious duo Liamere, joined by gloomy Frankly.

Liamere is a dynamic collaboration between vocalist & lyricist Malidah (Kaja Skrbinšek) and arranger & producer two round robins (Andi Koglot). United by a shared vision, they craft a distinctive fusion of contemporary electronic subgenres, blending future garage, ambient, and trip-hop with classical pop song structures. Their sound is an evocative mix of atmospheric trip-hop, dark garage, and alternative electronic textures, characterized by gritty urban arrangements, infectious 2-step rhythms, and velvety, smoky vocals.

Liamere made their mark with the release of "Sabotage" in 2015, a melancholic trip-hop-inspired track featuring raw, sampled drums, haunting piano, and emotionally charged vocals. This single set the foundation for their signature sound, earning praise from critics and audiences alike. A month later, they unveiled their self-titled debut album, a striking blend of trip-hop, garage, and 2-step influences that resonated with casual listeners and music critics, including RTV Slovenia and Radio Študent. The album's release saw them performing across Slovenia, Croatia, and the UK, with bassist Anej Kočevar and technician Antonio Križnič becoming integral members of their live performances.

Following a prolonged hiatus in 2016, Liamere made an unexpected return in January 2018 with the single "Manitoba," a track first introduced during their early live shows. This was swiftly followed by the release of the "Provinces" EP, a collection of six tracks that marked a sonic shift from their electronic 2-step roots. The EP embraced atmospheric textures, processed guitars, live strings, and immersive ambiences, while the lyricism evolved towards narrative-driven storytelling.

In October 2023, Liamere re-emerged with "Settle Down," a bold departure from the ethereal tones of "Provinces." Drawing inspiration from vintage soul and contemporary lo-fi aesthetics, the track fused punchy beats, groovy basslines, and soulful vocals with a modern twist. Accompanied by a visually striking music video, the release juxtaposed the vibrant cityscape of Barbican and Hackney in London with AI-generated imagery, blurring the lines between reality and artifice—mirroring the song’s themes of ambiguity and complexity in the digital age.

"Settle Down" marked the beginning of Liamere’s new era as a full live act. Reuniting with longtime collaborator Anej Kočevar (bass), they introduced new members Klemen Tehovnik (guitar), Anže Knez (drums), and Margarita Ulokina (synths/violin). Their live performances blended past favorites with unreleased material, teasing audiences with fresh sonic explorations. In November 2024, they unveiled "Prospects," a noir-inspired track enriched by the brooding melodies of alto saxophonist Primož Fleischman. The single also served as the official announcement of their highly anticipated sophomore album, "Re-."

Continuing their momentum, Liamere released their third single, "Memory Gazer," in February 2025. A dream-pop ballad infused with hazy vintage soundscapes and introspective lyricism, the track further solidified their reputation for pushing sonic boundaries while maintaining an unmistakable emotional depth.

With their third release "Re- Liamere reaffirms their place in the alternative electronic scene, seamlessly blending nostalgia and innovation. As they return to the stage and studio, the duo continues to captivate listeners with their ever-evolving sound and immersive storytelling.

Although he’s reluctant to define himself by genre, Frankly feels most at home in the waters of electronic trip-hop, with touches of IDM. Occasionally, he surprises with a cheerful track, but most of the time, he wants  us to join him in his gloom and doom. What will cheer us up the most, though, are the new tracks that will appear on the follow-up to his excellent album Life Encoder, set to be released at the end of the year.

See you at our favorite hostel – as always, free entry!

TIMELINE

doors 20:00

Frankly 20:30

Liamere 21:30