We present the news of the 18th year of the Uprising festival: Don Carlos, Chali 2na, Songer and Brother Culture!
The 18th Uprising festival celebrations are approaching, and with them two days full of music, dance and unique experiences. On August 29 and 30, 2025, Zlaté piesky in Bratislava will transform into a vibrant center of the music world, where legends and new talents from the domestic and international scene will meet. The first announced names such as Rudimental, Irie Révoltés, Queen Omega and General Levy prove that a unique and unforgettable year awaits us, and the news only confirms it.
Reggae legends at Uprising
Don Carlos, the legendary Jamaican singer and one of the most important figures of roots reggae, will visit the festival for the first time. His music is known for its depth, strong lyrics and unmistakable vocals! Don Carlos began his career in the 70s as a member of the iconic group Black Uhuru, later embarking on a solo career and releasing a number of critically acclaimed albums. His son Geo will also perform with him and you can look forward to an unforgettable experience. From the UK, Brother Culture, a fresh 60-year-old icon of the British reggae scene, whose music has shaped the sound of generations and brings vibrations that resonate far beyond the borders, is coming. YT will also join the celebration of the 18th anniversary of Uprising with his courtly Ashanti Yard Sound, representatives of British reggae and dancehall, who will bring a dynamic and energetic show.
Hip-hop explosion
Two generations of the rap scene, united by phenomenal flow and unmistakable energy, are heading to Bratislava. Fans of old-school hip-hop can look forward to the legendary Chali 2na, founder of the cult group Jurassic 5, who will bring unadulterated rap in its best form. His deep baritone and masterful rhymes are a guarantee of an unforgettable experience. Songer, a 23-year-old British talent who is rolling streams and combining hip-hop with drum & bass and garage beats, will also experience his Slovak premiere. His eclectic musical mix and energetic performances are guaranteed to get the crowd going.
First names “from us”
The domestic rap scene will be represented by the most qualified. Prague hip-hop legend Prago Union, and for the Slovak colors it will be the duo Supa and Vec. The formation around the Czech rapper Kato, Prago Union, has been operating for years despite all the rules of the music industry. Their boss is no idol from a magazine, their music is original and far from mainstream. Despite this, they have two Anděl awards and critical acclaim. They will come to Zlaté piesky at the end of August to present their ninth studio album “Zvukoloď”. Two cult figures of the domestic scene have joined forces, created a strong new album and will come with it to Uprising. Supa from the group Moja Reč and Vec will bring you the atmosphere of Námestie slobody directly to the festival stage. Get ready for songs from their joint album, biggest solo hits and collaborations from the past!
The popular multi-national band United Flavour will also return to Uprising this year with a new album and their catchy mix of modern reggae, hip-hop, r’n’b and world music. For the first time at the Uprising festival, Slovak powerhouse Heľenine Oči will perform with a spectacular show! With their unique style, which combines ska, rock, reggae and punk, they have gained a wide audience in Slovakia and the Czech Republic. They are known for their energetic concerts and catchy hits, which are often accompanied by funny and ironic lyrics. Their music is full of positive energy and good humor, which makes them a popular band at festivals and we believe that Uprising will not be an exception.
