ØRGANEK (PL)
Thursday, 10.07.2025, at 20.30, Suwałki Arena, 26 Zarzecze St., paid admission

Ørganek is one of the most important voices in modern Polish rock. Founded in 2013 by guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter Tomasz Organek, the band also features Adam Staszewski (bass), Robert Markiewicz (drums), and Tomasz Lewandowski (keyboards). Known for their powerful live performances, socially engaged lyrics, and distinctive sound, Ørganek quickly gained critical and popular acclaim.

Their platinum-certified debut album Głupi (2014) set the tone for their bold musical direction. The follow-up Czarna Madonna (2016) won three Fryderyk Awards, including Rock Album of the Year. In 2021, Ørganek released two more acclaimed albums: Ocali nas miłość, inspired by wartime photographs of Eugeniusz Lokajski, and Na razie stoję, na razie patrzę, both earning Fryderyk nominations.

The band has performed at major festivals in Poland – including Męskie Granie, Open’er, and Pol’and’Rock – and across Europe. In 2023, they were featured in the prestigious MTV Unplugged series, presenting acoustic versions of their songs in innovative arrangements.

Frontman Tomasz Organek is also a best-selling novelist (The Theory of Fear Management) and recipient of multiple national artistic awards. Ørganek’s music blends raw rock energy with poetic insight, delivering a sound that is powerful, relevant, and uniquely Polish.

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BLUES PILLS (SE)
Thursday, 10.07.2025,  at 19.00, Suwałki Arena, 26 Zarzecze St., paid admission

Blues Pills are a Swedish rock powerhouse known for fusing soulful blues, vintage psychedelia, and raw rock energy into a sound that’s as timeless as it is thrilling. Formed in 2011 by vocalist Elin Larsson and musicians Zack Anderson and Cory Berry, the band quickly rose from underground shows to major international stages, earning global praise for their explosive live performances and distinctive style.

Their 2014 self-titled debut album reached No. 4 on the German charts, while the follow-up Lady in Gold (2016) debuted at No. 1, cementing their place in the European rock scene. In 2020, Blues Pills released Holy Moly!, a bold return to their blues-rock roots, recorded and produced by the band themselves and mixed by Grammy-winning engineer Andrew Scheps.

Now, Blues Pills return with their highly anticipated fourth album Birthday (2024), released via Throwdown Entertainment. Produced by Freddy Alexander (Rihanna, The Chainsmokers), the album brings a fresh, modern edge while staying true to the band’s emotional depth and vintage spirit.

The current lineup features Elin Larsson (vocals), Zack Anderson (guitar), André Kvarnström (drums), and Kristoffer Schander (bass). With their signature mix of power, soul, and authenticity, Blues Pills continue to push boundaries and captivate audiences across the globe.

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