Spotlight on Dylisa: Melkweg Captures a Star in Motion

Amsterdam’s Melkweg has always been a place where new sounds meet eager ears, and on this particular evening, it was Dylisa who took the stage to prove that Dutch pop can be both deeply personal and universally appealing.

Covering the show for 3voor12, I was struck not only by her vocal power but also by the way she connects with her audience—intimate yet confident, as if every lyric is a secret shared with the crowd.

Songs of Growth

From the first song, Dylisa radiated a mix of power and determination. Her set leaned heavily on new material, showcasing her growth as a songwriter. The production was crisp, carried by warm synth layers and punchy beats that complemented rather than overshadowed her voice. When she reached the chorus of her songs, the room swelled with energy, the kind that makes you realize you’re witnessing an artist in transition—from promising newcomer to a performer fully aware of her own stage presence.

In the Spotlight

Visually, the concert was a treat. Bathed in hues of deep purple and electric blue, Dylisa seemed to move with the lights rather than under them. Photographing her was about capturing those fleeting moments: the close of her eyes mid-verse, the stretch of her arm toward the audience and of course her smile!

Each frame told a fragment of her story, and together they painted a portrait of an artist on the rise.

Audience Connection

What stood out most was the atmosphere in the room. The crowd was energetic, loud, and more than dedicated—fans who sang along to every word, who leaned forward as if pulling Dylisa closer with their energy.

That reciprocity, that exchange between stage and floor, turned the night into something special.

A Promise of What’s to Come

For 3voor12, moments like these matter. They remind us why we cover not just the established names but also the voices still carving out their space.

Dylisa at Melkweg was more than a show; it was a statement of intent, a promise of what’s to come. And if her performance here is any indication, that future is worth following closely.