Estéreo Picnic 2025 Roadmap Pt. 2
🧭 Groove, Grit, and Genre-Bending Energy - March 28
If day one promises to set the stage, day two is where things will really take flight. With a lineup that swings between delicate songcraft and full-throttle sonic mayhem, this is the kind of day that keeps FEP unpredictable in the best way possible. Whether it's soulful introspection, psychedelic funk or hypnotic and progressive energy, every set is a different trip—sometimes smooth, sometimes jagged, but never dull.
Here are some of the moments we look forward to catching:
Lunalé
Lunalé’s music feels like a conversation—intimate, warm, and deeply honest. The Bucaramanga-born singer-songwriter has built a name for herself within Colombia’s alternative pop scene, earning praise from reputable artists like Esteman and Juan Pablo Vega. Rooted in balladry but unafraid to dip into R&B, funk, and electronic textures, her sound is as fluid as it is heartfelt.
Having toured in Mexico and played some of Colombia’s biggest stages, she now brings her light and infectious energy to FEP 2025. Expect a set that blends delicate storytelling with grooves designed to move both your heart and your feet.
Gabriela Ponce
Gabriela Ponce blends experimental sounds with traditional Latin American rhythms, creating music that is intricate and deeply rooted in her surroundings. Hailing from Pasto, Nariño, she is part of the progressive jazz-rock group BUHA2030, but launched her solo career with the 2023 album El Sur del Ser. The record explores the contrast between rural and urban life through Latin-infused textures, delicate vocals, and evocative storytelling.
An alumni of the Universidad Nacional de Colombia’s music department, Ponce experiments with a variety of wind instruments, including PVC flutes from Cauca and the wooden pinquillo flutes from Putumayo. Guided by the mantra “El camino está vivo” (the path is alive), she continues to push creative boundaries, making her one of the most exciting artists to watch.
Gato ‘e Monte
From the heart of Bogotá, Gustavo Casallas’ project Gato ‘e Monte crafts raw, evocative music that bridges Colombia’s rural traditions with the pulse of city life. His 2020 debut Gurbia introduced a sound shaped by joropo, Boyacá’s coplas, and a distinct urban edge—capturing stories of displacement, migration, and identity in a city full of contrasts. At the core of his music is the chiflamero, a custom-built instrument inspired by the bandola llanera, which allows him to weave between tradition and experimentation. His live performances, often set against Bogotá’s chaotic backdrop, transform his storytelling into something deeply personal yet universally resonant.
In 2024, he joined forces with Felipe Orjuela and Nueva Estudiantina Electrónica for La Dosis Máxima, a genre-blurring album that fuses cumbia, punk, and norteño. While Orjuela’s production pushes sonic boundaries, it’s Gustavo’s poetic authenticity that anchors the project—making his set at FEP one to watch.
Oh’laville
With their balance of intimate melodies and explosive riffs, Bogotá-based trio Oh’laville has spent over a decade shaping a sound that’s equal parts powerful and introspective. Their return to the Picnic comes at a pivotal moment—just weeks before the release of their fifth studio album, Movimientos para soltar el alma.
With a career spanning four full-length albums (Pedazos de Papel, Anaranjado, Soles Negros, and Aurora), more than 500 shows across Colombia, Mexico, and Ecuador, and appearances at Rock al Parque, Vive Latino, and past editions of FEP, the band has evolved and turned into one of the country’s most enduring alternative acts. Their latest singles, “Las Olas”, “Tantos Universos”, and the freshly released “Gravedad”, hint at a record that dives even deeper into their signature fusion of melancholic lyricism and soaring instrumentation.
Michael Kiwanuka
Few voices in contemporary music carry the warmth and depth of Michael Kiwanuka’s. With a sound that bridges soul, folk, and rock, the British singer-songwriter has built a career on crafting songs that feel timeless—introspective, powerful, and deeply human.
From his breakout debut Home Again to the expansive, cinematic landscapes of Love & Hate and Kiwanuka, his music has earned him a Mercury Prize, a BRIT Award, and multiple Grammy nominations. His ability to blend rich instrumentation with raw storytelling has made him one of the most compelling artists of his generation.
Now, fresh off his latest album Small Changes and a standout performance on Glastonbury’s Pyramid Stage, Kiwanuka is bringing his soulful, electrifying presence to Latin America’s festival circuit, including shows at Lollapalooza and FEP. Armed with a guitar, microphone, and his unmistakable voice, Kiwanuka’s set promises to be one of the event’s most soulful and unforgettable moments.
The Hives
The Hives don’t just play rock ‘n’ roll—they detonate it. For over two decades, the Swedish garage rock legends have been perfecting the art of high-voltage, no-nonsense rock, delivering some of the most electrifying live shows in the game. Their music is fast, fun, fueled by relentless riffs, razor-sharp hooks, and the undeniable charisma of frontman Howlin’ Pelle Almqvist.
From their early days tearing through sweaty clubs to dominating festival main stages, the band has made it clear that rock isn’t dead—it just needs to be played at full volume. Whether it’s the anthemic swagger of “Hate to Say I Told You So”, the breakneck energy of “Tick Tick Boom”, or the unhinged fury of their latest album The Death of Randy Fitzsimmons, their set is bound to be a riot from start to finish.
If you’ve never seen them live, this is your chance to witness a band at the peak of their powers. If you have, then you already know—you’ll be back for more.
NEIL FRANCES
NEIL FRANCES might just be one of the most underrated acts on this year’s lineup. The LA-based duo, founded by Australian producer Jordan Feller and Californian vocalist/guitarist Marc Gilfry, crafts effortlessly cool grooves that blend funk, soul, and dance music into something striking and forward-thinking.
Since breaking out in 2017 with their viral cover of Stardust’s 1998 hit “Music Sounds Better With You”, they’ve quietly built a reputation as a festival staple, bringing their hypnotic, bass-driven sound to stages like Lollapalooza and Coachella. Their latest album, It’s All a Bit Fuzzy, is a hazy, groove-heavy ride that proves they deserve way more recognition. If you’re looking for an under-the-radar set that could end up being one of the weekend’s best, this is it.
Parcels
Parcels is one of the most anticipated acts of FEP 2025. The hype is so real that they’ll be warming up with a sold-out standalone show at Bogotá’s Royal Center on March 26th. The Berlin-based Australian quintet has made a name for themselves by blending nu-disco, funk, and psychedelic pop into a sound that feels both timeless and cutting-edge. Their live performances are sleek, groovy, and meticulously crafted—pure euphoria on stage.
That said, no matter how electric the Bogotá crowd gets, it’ll be hard to top what went down in Buenos Aires just days ago. As seen on the band’s socials, the famously passionate Argentine audience took things to another level, chanting the melody of a reportedly unreleased track with the same intensity they’d bring to a football final. Whether Colombia can match that energy remains to be seen, but one thing’s for sure—Parcels’ set will be one of the weekend’s defining moments.
Tool
With a career spanning over three decades, Tool has built a cult following through mind-bending alternative and prog-rock/metal compositions, hypnotic polyrhythms, and a live show that feels more like an immersive visual experience than a typical rock set. Their most recent album, Fear Inoculum deepened their legacy, proving that even after years of meticulous silence, they can still push boundaries and demand full attention.
Whether you’re a die-hard fan or a curious festival-goer about to be pulled into their world for the first time, one thing’s certain: this won’t be just another live set—it’ll be a moment. Dark, surreal, and absolutely unmissable.
Modeselektor
As pioneers of Berlin’s electronic underground, Gernot Bronsert and Sebastian Szary have spent decades fusing genres to their will—melding techno, hip-hop, IDM, and bass music into something entirely their own. Their sets are unpredictable, high-energy, and unapologetically weird, a reminder that dance music doesn’t have to play by the rules to hit hard.
From warehouse raves to festival main stages, Modeselektor has influenced an entire generation of producers, pushing sound forward while keeping it raw and fun. Ten years after their first gig in the city, Bogotá will once again experience their controlled chaos in the flesh. Expect bass-heavy grooves, twisted synths, and a set that shakes the crowd to its core.
Bonus Tracks
Unlike Thursday’s TikTok-driven anthems, Friday’s wild cards are all about massive pop moments and sets we’ve been long awaiting to catch live. Whether it’s chart-topping earworms or cult favorites returning to nearby stages, here are three additional numbers we hope to see that day:
Justin Timberlake - “Suit & Tie” (feat. JAY-Z)
Danny Ocean - “Me Rehúso”
Hercules & Love Affair - “Blind”
Day two at FEP 2025 is proof that a festival doesn’t need to stick to one sound to feel cohesive—it just needs the right mix of artists who are willing to take risks. From soaring melodies to gut-punching riffs, from intricate compositions to beats designed to break dancefloors, this day has it all.
On another note, local TV station Canal Capital will be back with the event’s official livestream, making sure the festival’s best moments reach every corner. Three live channels, exclusive interviews, and a front-row seat to one of Latin America’s most exciting festivals—whether you’re on the ground or tuning in from afar, don’t miss it!