Grace Jones, Underworld, Khruangbin, Meute, Parcels, Ezra Collective, Overmono lead a line-up full of gems and memorable moments

After a great start yesterday, today marked the second day of this edition of Bilbao BBK Live, where once again, the infinite emotions generated by live music were experienced in the spectacular setting of Kobetamendi Mountain.

TOP 10 MOMENTS FROM DAY TWO:

1. Grace Jones finally makes her iconic presence felt at Bilbao BBK Live, marking a milestone in late ’70s dance music and one of the most eagerly anticipated performances of this edition.

Grace Jones (Photo: David Recio)

2. MEUTE’s electrifying street band ensures non-stop fun. The energy from these eleven musicians from Hamburg hypnotizes the audience, making everyone move to their rhythm.

MEUTE (Photo: Blame Photography)

3 María José Llergo, at the forefront of flamenco, presenting her album Ultrabelleza.

María José Llergo (Photo: Aliron Studio)

4. The festival vibe in the streets of Bilbao with Bereziak. San Miguel Arenal stages featured Parquesvr and La Habitación Roja, St. Petroni Jardines de Albia hosted Chancha Vía Circuito and Repion, and Vueling Torres Isozaki showcased Kyne and Oddliquor. Bereziak offers free concerts, expanding the musical experience beyond Kobetamendi, in collaboration with Fundación Industrias Creativas and Bilbao BBK Live.

Bereziak

5. An even more immersive experience in Basoa. Connecting with music in this magical forest is always unforgettable, with today’s sets by Jennifer Cardini, Marcel Dettmann, Ogazón, DJRum, and DJ Gostoso B2B Senda Fatal.

Basoa

6. Albert Pla’s overwhelming live performance with his Rumbagenarios show, blending choreography, projections, and the virtuoso The Surprise Band with the Catalan artist’s boundless creativity

Albert Pla (Photo: Silvia Maidagan)

7. The connection with the audience by Basque bands Ezezez, Silitia, and S T R, who have expanded their loyal fan base with new followers.

Ezezez (Photo: Blame Photography)

8. Groundbreaking performances by young artists like Ralphie Choo, whose work has garnered fans like Rosalía and acclaim in publications like Pitchfork.

Ralphie Choo (Photo: Aliron Studio)

9. The fusion of hip hop, soul, jazz, and electronic music by Jordan Rakei, creating a moving and introspective live performance.

Jordan Rakei (Photo: Aliron Studio)

10. Khruangbin’s psychedelic journey and Parcels’ dance-inducing concert, both drawing large crowds with their captivating performances.

Khruangbin (Photo: David Recio)

The festival continues tomorrow, Saturday, with Bereziak’s programming in the city, followed by Kobetamendi featuring a lineup of stellar names such as Arcade Fire, Jungle, Alvvays, Floating Points, Noname, El Columpio Asesino, Lewis OfMan, Slowdive, CHALK, Kiasmos, and Alcalá Norte. The day culminates with a spectacular closing led by Bitxeando, Bilbao’s most successful indie afternoon event, with its godmother Inés Hernand alongside founder DJ Daniless, and featuring David Van Bylen with his unique mixes. Not to be missed is the farewell of John Talabot, who has been instrumental in the festival’s ceremonial closings and will return for the fifth and final time to transform Basoa’s forest into one of Europe’s most exclusive and immersive dance floors.