Some of Belgium's biggest hip-hop artists, including Kraantje Pappie, Joost, Gers Pardoel, Regi, Triggerfinger, blackwave, K's Choice, Emma Bale, Bart Peeters, and MEROL, performed at the Gladiolen Festival in 2023. The event was a celebration of the vibrant music industry in the nation, with performances that left the crowd inspired and clamoring for more.
With their electric performances and commanding stage presence, Kraantje Pappie and Joost were two of the festival's top performers. The crowd sang along to every word of Gers Pardoel's performance, which was equally unforgettable. A wide variety of musical styles were represented at the festival as well, with performances by Triggerfinger and K's Choice giving the roster a rock edge.
Bart Peeters' contagious energy and Emma Bale's deep vocals completed the festival's diverse lineup of musicians. The audience enjoyed dancing and singing along to MEROL's energetic and humorous performance. The 2023 Gladiolen Festival served as a tribute to Belgium's brilliant and diverse musicians as well as a celebration of the country's rich musical history.