ascendant vierge is a new transnational and trans-musical Brussels-based duo formed by lyrical goth-pop singer-songwriter-performer Mathilde Fernandez and DJ and producer Paul Seul, also known to be the co-founder of the collective Casual Gabberz. Before starting this new project, the two artists already connected in 2018, when Seul remixed Fernandez‘s single “Oubliette”.In astrology, the virgin ascendancy is known for its prudence and its very orderly side.

This sounds pretty ironic as “Influenceur”, their debut single, is anything but quiet and tidy. On the contrary, this is a flamboyant song driven by a gabber beat that pounds hard and fast and Fernandez‘ otherworldly, operatic singing. After the successful singles «Influenceur» and «Faire et Refaire» and «Discoteca» driven by crazy music video directed by Kevin Elamrani, Golgotha or Aymeric Bergada du Cadet they have released their debut mini album «Vierge» in last October 2020.

Mahawam is the recording and performance outlet for Oakland based musician, songwriter, and producer Malik Mays. The 30 something's work combs the borders and unexplored terrain of self and other, with themes of discovery, reclamation, and purpose. Mahawam’s output speaks to the spirit of curiosity joyously persevering in the margins, specifically that of queer persons in Black America and other previously or currently colonized communities, as it resists forces that challenge the human need for autonomy to decide boundaries and create peace.