VANÈS X MERIT Live at the KAYA Café

The two alt pop solo artists VANÈS & MERIT have made their way from Berlin to Cape Town to take you into their world of dark, melodic, bass-driven soundscapes. Beyond the friendship of the two singers, they have found fulfilment in collaborating on their musical journey which led both of them to their current writing trip to South Africa. One stop will be their live show at KAYA Café!

MERIT is a Berlin and London based singer-songwriter and producer. Three words to describe her music: expressive, experimental, eclectic. The newcomer artist is carving out a new path in the world of alt pop with her fresh, contemporary sound. Blending electronic pop with experimental sound-engineering, MERIT captures fleeting moments and questions existence expressively through her music. Spirituality runs deep, infusing her lyrics with introspection and probing the meaning of life. Collaborative connections to Cape Town can be felt subtly yet unmistakingly influencing her music, incorporating the vibrant and ambivalent environment of the city in her soundscapes. MERIT has already gained recognition from indie magazines and radio stations, giving testament to her rising prominence in the music scene. Have a listen and feel all the feels!

VANÈS - a Berlin and LA based singer, songwriter, and music producer. Her music is breaking new ground in the world of Alt Pop and highlights her signature fusion of dark bass, angelic choirs, and experimental yet catchy melodies drawn from her real-life experiences. The newcomer effortlessly blends the underground and mainstream, creating a sound of her own that draws listeners in and makes them excited for what's coming next. stay tuned for a lot of new music and her upcoming EP in 2024!