I’M LIVE Vol. 1: Bringing Independent Music Together in Berlin

The idea behind i’M Live was simple: to step away from our screens, meet face-to-face, and connect with the artists and the audience who make our community what it is.

After all, music has always been about human connection. Whether it’s the excitement of walking up to a concert venue, discovering an artist for the first time, or singing along to a song you know by heart – there’s always something special about experiencing music together in person.

And what better place to bring this idea to life than Berlin, a city filled with talent, creative spaces, and a vibrant music community?

For the first edition of i’M LIVE, we chose the theme ALL HERs to celebrate female artists and their creativity. We invited three Berlin-based artists from our distribution roster: Mona Rowey, Julie Védy, and Anne Klein.

Each artist brought her own interpretation of pop music, giving the audience a chance to discover different sounds and sides of the genre. With 30 minutes per set, there was plenty of room for each artist to share her music, tell her story, and connect with the audience.

Opening the night was Mona Rowey, a Thai singer-songwriter based in Berlin whose music blends ethereal indie sounds with deeply personal storytelling.

Drawing from her own experiences, Mona creates atmospheric songs characterized by soft vocals, textured electric guitar, and a sense of nostalgia. During her performance, she was also joined on stage by her collaborator and producer, pensif.

Next up was Julie Védy, a Swiss pop-soul artist living in Berlin.

Singing and writing in both French and English, Julie combines intricate vocal arrangements with poetic songwriting, creating warm, intimate soundscapes. Her acoustic performance offered another perspective on pop music, inviting the audience into her musical world.

Closing the showcase was Anne Klein, whose dreamy pop music pairs catchy melodies with thoughtful songwriting.

With a background in classical music and a recent Master’s degree in Musicology, Anne brings together classical compositional techniques with contemporary pop sensibilities.

Of course, the setting played an important role in turning the evening into a success. Our host, Laksmi Bar, is a familiar name in Berlin’s independent music scene. Located in the Kreuzberg district, the venue describes itself as a “playground for artists and outcasts of all sorts and origins.”

For around a decade, Lakshmi has provided a welcoming creative space for musicians across Berlin through events such as its weekly Wednesday acoustic open stage. Its cozy atmosphere made it a natural fit for the first edition of i’M LIVE.

What made the evening particularly special wasn’t just the music, but also the connections happening around it. Seeing three artists who didn’t know each other connect after the event, exchanging experiences, sharing tips, and supporting one another reminded us why we wanted to create this event in the first place. Our motto was connection, community, and discovery – and it’s also what we hope to bring to every edition of i’M LIVE.

We were thrilled to receive such positive feedback from the artists and audience members who joined us for the evening.

“The event was very sweet, I think it spread the iMusician vibe: young, professional and supportive. Great performances and loved to see that artists appreciated the event too!” – M.

“Thank you for the cozy moment we had. Was really nice!” – C.

“It was really special to be able to connect with the artists, their songs and the crowd on such an intimate level. You could tell that it meant a lot to everyone in the room. Fantastic, lovely vibes.” – B.

Anne:

“Thank you to iMusician for organizing the showcase and for giving female acts a stage. It was such a lovely event. Everyone was so nice and I felt really appreciated while performing. Thank you to everyone who was there, for singing along with me and listening to my art. I hope to be part of the next iMusician event!”

Julie:

“I was so happy to be able to play my songs live and have the chance to connect directly with the audience and share a moment together.”

Mona:

“I found the event really cozy and intimate. The staff was so friendly and supportive. It was a great opportunity for networking when you start your journey in this music industry.”