ÃO

“A true musical melting pot”—that’s how ARTE describes the sound of the Belgian quartet Ão (pronounced like “meow” without the “m”). This likely refers to the band’s incredible blend of genres and influences, in which they effortlessly combine pop, electronic, and ambient music with global elements such as fado and Latin American sounds.

The band’s rapidly growing popularity is due in no small part to the unique live experience with which these Belgians truly captivate their audience. Every single show becomes a captivating, electrifying experience, ranging from intimate, ballad-like moments to danceable beats and an exuberant atmosphere, during which Ão showcase their skills on a variety of instruments, including guitars, percussion, and synths, as well as the charango, bandoneon, and tiple.