Bali Spirit Festival 2025

Devotional Music Ellen Arthur is a singer from Australia whose journey deepened in 2015 when she discovered the power of mantra. Since then, she has devoted herself to the path of devotion, using her voice as a tool for connection, healing, and remembrance. Through her music, Ellen creates a space for others to reconnect with themselves, open their hearts, and remember the presence of the Divine.

Known for their highly accessible and deeply powerful Kirtan and Medicine Music offerings, The Hanuman Project will sweep you up into a whirlwind of chant ecstasy and then plunge into a lake of devotional nectar. This is not a band, it’s a movement - a grassroots and cutting-edge devotional music ensemble, ever-evolving, dissolving boundaries, and creating accessibility for devotional culture worldwide for the past decade.

Priscila Tanajura Rios is a multicultural Brazilian artist Singer, songwriter and percussionist, was born and raised in the city of Salvador Bahia Brazil. Her influences come from an early exposure to various forms of music, cultural expressions and manifestations from the Brazilian Northeast. Acting as a cultural leader in Australia for 9 years through the socio-musical projects she spearheaded and already sponsored by NSW Create ( Australian Cultural Society) : Meninas da Lua and Batalá Samba Reggae Percussion group in Australia, Groove Bahia Band in Queensland Australia , Priscila Rios has already spread culture, music and dance at major festivals in Oceania, such as Woodford Folk Festival, Blues Festival, Brisbane Multicultural Arts Center, Bali Spirit Festival and others. As well as being a cultural leader, Priscila Rios has also contributed as a facilitator at many Waldorf schools in NSW, Australia. The first Brazilian to bring the rhythms Samba Reggae, Ijexá and Maracatu to the Asian continent, Priscila is noted for her powerful voice, charisma and big personality. Her show is a mixture of many Bahian musical rhythms and original songs.

Medicine Music Pao Pamaki is a multi-instrumentalist singer-songwriter and music producer known for her soulful presence and magnetic live performances. Her work is rooted in somatic awareness, cultivated through years of dance, yoga, and vocal exploration. While living in South America, she formed a close bond with the ancient wisdom of indigenous cultures, which continues to infuse her music with reverence, beauty, and prayer. Pao’s voice carries the frequency of gratitude, channeling a devotion to the spirits of nature, the wisdom of the heart, and the magic of ceremony. Her songs are invitations—into remembrance, presence, and connection. She lives in Bali, where she records music, offers one-on-one vocal coaching, and collaborates with artists from around the world. When summer arrives, she brings her soulful melodies across Europe to festivals, retreats, and sacred gatherings. With over eight years of live performance experience, she has shared her voice with thousands across hundreds of events. She has toured Europe multiple times with The Hanuman Project, performed at renowned festivals, and woven her artistry into collaborations such as Livin Inspired Yoga School. Whether performing in diverse ensembles or co-creating with visionary artists and facilitators, her music is a bridge between cultures, a vessel for healing, and a testament to the power of sound.

Catur Hari Wijaya is a multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, drum teacher & sound nomad, whose lifelong journey of music has touched communities near and far. Drawing deep inspiration from the rich ethnic traditions of Indonesia, India, the Middle East, North Africa, and West Africa, Catur weaves a sonic tapestry that bridges ancient rhythms with contemporary expression. His music features a mesmerizing blend of unique string instruments, shimmering flutes, earthy percussion, and indigenous styles, creating vibrant soundscapes that carry the wisdom of the world. Each performance is a carefully curated journey, blending Catur’s original compositions with traditional songs. The result is an invitation to lose yourself in groovy melodies and rhythmic beats—a celebration of the nomadic spirit where music and dance unite. In 2021, Catur released his debut solo album, Bali to Mali, available on all major streaming platforms. Currently, he is crafting his second album, exploring new instruments and pushing the boundaries of his sound, promising a fresh and transformative musical experience.

Karen y Los Remedios, the Mexican band known for their unique blend of cumbia and downtempo music, brings an album of remixes. The group is fronted by Ana Karen Barajas, who is both a singer-songwriter and the guitarist, Guillermo Berbeyer. With the production of Jiony, a producer based in Mexico City, they create a distinctive sound that incorporates elements of cumbia, trip-hop, and subtle electronic details.

Markandeya (Marcus Berg) is a Swedish musician, singer, and producer currently living in the mountain village of Sopó, Colombia. His sultry vocals and deep bass lines are woven together in an emotive soundscape that defines his signature heart-centered ethereal dub.  As the founder and lead singer of the pioneering eight-piece orchestra Kultiration, Marcus was pivotal in shaping the Nordic modern roots scene from 2004 onward. The band’s visionary blend of traditional folk, reggae and jazz established a cult-like following, sharing stages with legendary artists like Midnite, Groundation, and Michael Franti. Grounded in over a decade of Vedic studies and Eastern philosophy Marcus embraced the artist name “Markandeya” given to him by his teacher. In 2012 he debuted his first release as Markandeya, the Mirror of Words EP trilogy, bringing his vedic understanding into liquid sound with acoustic warmth and electronic innovation. After meeting his Colombian wife Almunis (Lulacruza) in Bali, they formed the duo Minük and released their internationally acclaimed debut Aurora in 2020, and have been performing at festivals across Latin America and Europe since.  In 2021, during a period of global introspection Markandeya delved deeper into his love for the subtleties of space and distance in music. With his release Vision Dubs, and popular re-release version on Earthly Measures with Ecuadorian artist Joaquín Cornejo, he invited listeners into an intimate world of delay and reverb-drenched fullness, further exploring hypnotic minimalism and inner reflection.  Markandeya is set to release the highly anticipated Dub Potential LP in 2025 featuring all star collaborations with Alex Serra, Horace Andy and more.

Classical Soul Lee England Jr., now embracing the name Free, is a classically trained violinist, singer-songwriter, producer, author, and breathwork facilitator. Known for blending classical mastery with contemporary soul, R&B, and hip-hop influences, he has captivated audiences worldwide, earning recognition from industry legends like Quincy Jones and Michael Jordan. Now based in Bali, he is creating transformative musical experiences, using his artistry to heal and inspire. As he prepares to release his new album in March, he continues to push the boundaries of live improvisation, high-quality production, and genre fusion. Beyond music, he is also stepping into the literary world, sharing his wisdom and artistry through writing. Deeply committed to holistic healing, he integrates breathwork into his creative practice, exploring the profound connection between sound, vibration, and human consciousness.

Electrifying folktronic ensemble based in Naarm/Melbourne with members from Colombia, Chile, and Australia. Their music is a mesmerizing journey through the crossroads of diverse cultures. Blending their Latin American heritage with cutting-edge electronic sounds and traditional instruments (Charango, Gaitas, Tambora, Alegre) they forge a sonic path that transcends boundaries and captivates listeners worldwide. Four times nominated for the Music Victoria Awards as Best Multicultural Act (2019, 2020, 2021, 2024), they have captivated audiences at major festivals such as WOMADelaide, Bluesfest, plus international tours to the USA (SXSW), Colombia, New Zealand, Thailand, and Taiwan. The release of their sophomore album, 'Between Two Worlds / Entre Dos Mundos,' has garnered international acclaim, resulting in glowing reviews, including album of the day in Bandcamp and 4 4-star review in Songlines magazine UK. Album Review: ‘Entre Dos Mundos is an excellent addition to the thriving experimental electronic genre that has blossomed in Latin America in recent years.. Amaru Tribe’s cumbia-infused folktronica is just the latest evolution in a long history of musical hybridity on the continent’ Bandcamp -March 2022

Sophie Sôfrēē was born at BaliSpirit Festival ~ with her opening debut 10 years ago which lit a flame that still burns brightly. She serves up a sacred fun approach to Ecstatic Dance DJ'ing, encouraging dancers to liberate bodies through the vehicle of music. Weaving a broad span of musical flavors ranging from ethnic african rhythms, cumbia, melodic ethnic house to funky spunky flavors. Blending this range of global dance tracks with her infectious energy and embodied feminine wisdom, she's recognized for creating beautiful spaces for sacred celebration and healing.

MANGALA is a synergy of Malian traditional music and Electronic studio production. The new project by Afro-Australian producer and multi-instrumentalist, Zhonu "Nui" Moon Mzali ( Future Roots / Digital Afrika ). Who has brought together and recorded with some of Mali's top traditional Artists. Combined with his extensive knowledge and experience of Club sounds and feels, from dance floors worldwide. Nui is joined on this live performance by the global talents of Bassidi Kone (Mali) - Balafon/ Percussion, Amadou Suso (Gambia) - Kora and Quetzal Guerrero (USA/ Brazil) - Violin. On the sandy street of Bamako by the flowing river Niger, trade and culture has always traveled west. As have the songs and instruments from that region, like the Balafon, the Djembe, the Ngoni, and Kora. These are sounds synonymous with the electric, energetic, and contagious energy of West Africa. Arguably the birthplace of contemporary music. It is music for celebration and dance. Music of nostalgia and history. Music for ceremony and worship ...And here given a fresh look, with influences of electronic synthesis, programming, and sampling. With a nod to the ever-evolving sounds of Afro-house, Afrobeats, and Ethno-electronica. While keeping true to its live instrumental origins and traditions. The word Mangala is the life-giving creative force or Deity, from the Mandinka creation mythology. The Mandinka are one of the main ethnic groups of Mali.

Mixwell’s rich & eclectic sound is nourished by a three-decades-long love affair with music. Growing up in the cultural melting pot of Montreal, he was trained in classical and jazz theory and would dive into music production at age 12. He would experiment with audio synthesis and sampling dusty records – infatuated at first with soul, funk, and hip hop, and eventually turning his ears towards the earth.
Through his world travels he developed a fascination with the more organic sounds; diving into tribal, tropical, and indigenous music, to align with his lifelong passion of wilderness & nature. He came to appreciate that the traditional instruments fabricated by people since the dawn of humanity is derived from the living earth: the hardwoods of native trees and the skin & bones of wild animals, all nourished by the soil itself, and therefore the music of our cultures belongs equally to the land as to the peoples that channel it.
This philosophy breathed new life into Mixwell’s passion for the craft and helped create the vibrant sound we hear today. Through discovering ecstatic dance in Lake Atitlan, the sacred Mayan highlands in Guatemala that would become his home, he developed a DJ style that would allow him to weave all his diverse influences into a cohesive musical journey. These unique and captivating sets would go on to ignite dance floors around the world – he became a favorite in festival circuits and dance communities (in such renowned events as Lightning in a Bottle, Symbiosis, Envision, Montreal Jazz Fest, Lucidity, and many more), and his single Serendipity would find him international success from fans in over 150 countries.

The music of Dj and Producer William Sabatini, aka Sabo, takes you along a journey into sound, a sonic landscape that crosses several musical borders. Mixtures of tropical poly-rhythms, warm bass frequencies, rich percussion, lush tribal vocals, and smooth organic textures all combine to create a unique global sound. His innovative approach to each DJ set makes him a consistent stand out at Festivals like Burning Man, Envision, Lightening in a Bottle, Ondalinda, Coachella, and Shambhala. His live stream videos online have collectively gained over 100 Million views, and his music on Spotify over 3 Million plays. As a label boss, he is known for his dynamic vision – heading up his imprint label “Sol*Selectas” which has been a leader in Organic and Afro House genres since 2015. Their annual Summer Sol compilation is one of the year’s most anticipated releases, and has topped the charts reaching #1 in its respective genres for the last 9 seasons. The label sound is focused on deep tribal dance music, guiding its listeners into the future realm with positive intention

Thursdays Club is a brotherhood of sound, blending global rhythms, island grooves, and timeless soul into one unforgettable journey. Formed by see.d, Komang Rasta, and Ama Khulu, the trio’s "World Groove" sound invites listeners into a space where music is both movement and medicine.