Alles Guddes am Neie Joer! 

A new year invites us to rediscover the parts of Luxembourgish culture that connect us most deeply – and music is one of them.   

Luxembourg’s musicians have long embraced Lëtzebuergesch, whether as the heart of their songs or woven into multilingual projects, expressing the humour, memories and everyday stories of our vibrant country.   

You can find all of the artists below on Spotify, Apple Music and other major streaming platforms, making it easy to explore their work anytime. 

 

Sascha Ley

Sascha Ley is a unique presence in Luxembourg’s musical landscape. A vocalist, composer and performer, she blends jazz, improvisation, spoken word and contemporary sound art.   Her work is multilingual – Luxembourgish, German, French, English and sometimes purely improvised vocal textures. 

Key works and artistic highlights 

• “It’s Alright To Be Everywhere” – an album combining improvisation, poetry and atmospheric soundscapes 

• “The Wee Hours” – a collaboration with Laurent Payfert, exploring intimate musical storytelling 

• Film and theatre compositions, including vocal improvisation for stage productions 

• Poetry music performances across Europe 

Sascha Ley’s music highlights how creativity and language can cross borders while remaining connected to local culture. 

 

Serge Tonnar & Legotrip 

Serge Tonnar is one of Luxembourg’s most distinctive singer‑songwriters. Since 2003, he has been performing alone or with his band Legotrip, releasing successful radio singles and shaping the country’s modern music scene. He also collaborates regularly with other Luxembourgish artists — most notably with composer Georges Urwald — enriching his work through cross‑disciplinary and cross‑genre partnerships. Their style blends folk‑rock, chanson and socially engaged lyrics in Lëtzebuergesch — humorous, poetic and often delivered with a wink. 

Tonnar wants traditional Luxembourgish songs to stay alive – not as museum pieces, but as living cultural expressions. Through new arrangements, he brings these melodies into the present, making them accessible and meaningful for today’s audiences while preserving their emotional and historical depth.

Key projects and recent work 

• “Kapoutty” (2025) – a new album recorded together with Georges Urwald, featuring radically reinterpreted songs by Poutty Stein, often called the “father of Luxembourgish chanson”. 

• “Aus der Heemecht” (2020) – modern reinterpretations of Luxembourgish classics from the 19th century. 

• Solo concerts in 2025, including “Serge Tonnar eleng am Gaart” at the Mutferter Haff. 

 

Dëppegéisser 

Dëppegéisser bring Luxembourgish folk music into the present. Their name refers to the traditional tinkers who once walked through villages, loudly announcing their arrival as they repaired pots and pans — and their music carries that same lively, rhythmic spirit. 

With percussion, accordion, brass and strong vocals, they celebrate rhythm, community and the joy of shared heritage. 

 

Georges Urwald 

Georges Urwald is one of Luxembourg’s most versatile musical figures. A composer, pianist and arranger, he moves effortlessly between classical music, jazz, theatre and Luxembourgish chanson. Urwald’s work shows how Luxembourgish music can be both deeply rooted and boldly experimental.

Selected works and contributions 

• Music for theatre productions at the Grand Théâtre and Théâtre des Capucins 

• Jazz compositions performed with Luxembourgish and international ensembles 

• Orchestral works blending classical structure with folk influences 

• Collaborations with Luxembourgish singers, including recent work with Serge Tonnar on Kapoutty 

 

Seed to Tree 

Seed to Tree are known for their melodic indie pop, warm harmonies and reflective lyrics. Their music often explores themes of growth, belonging and the quiet beauty of everyday moments.   Although they sing mainly in English, their sound is unmistakably shaped by Luxembourg’s creative environment. 

 

edsun 

Edsun brings a fresh, modern voice to Luxembourg’s music scene.  His blend of R&B, electronic elements and expressive choreography creates immersive performances that explore identity, vulnerability and empowerment. He represents a new generation of artists who confidently step beyond borders while staying connected to their roots. 

 

Dream Catcher

Dream Catcher combine rock, pop and acoustic elements with emotional storytelling. Their songs often reflect personal journeys, hopes and challenges – themes that resonate strongly with young listeners. They are part of the diverse musical landscape that makes Luxembourg’s scene so vibrant. 

 

Music Festivals in Luxembourg 

Luxembourg hosts a number of festivals that bring together local and international artists. A few highlights: 

• Blues’n Jazz Rallye (Luxembourg City) – a summer night filled with music in the old town 

• Rock um Knuedler – a free open‑air festival featuring local and international bands 

• Kinnekswiss Loves (pictured above, Luxembourg City) – Open-air concerts in the beautiful Kinnekswiss park, featuring local and international artists as part of Summer in the City. Free entry, relaxed atmosphere. 

• E‑Lake Festival (Echternach) – electronic music, pop and rock by the lake 

• Echternach Music Festival – one of Luxembourg’s most renowned classical and chamber music festivals, known for its exceptional acoustics and international artists 

• Wiltz Music Festival – an open‑air summer festival offering theatre, world music, classical concerts and contemporary performances in a historic castle setting 

These festivals offer wonderful opportunities to experience Luxembourg’s musical diversity live and this is only a small selection. Luxembourg hosts many more festivals throughout the year, each with its own unique character, atmosphere and artistic focus. 

 

Word of the Week 

To round off our musical theme, here is a small linguistic gem from Luxembourgish.  The word Lidd means song — a simple, melodic word that carries centuries of storytelling and tradition. 

• Origin: Germanic roots, related to German Lied 

• IPA: [lɪt] 

• Example: “Dëst Lidd erzielt eng Geschicht.” – “This song tells a story.” 

 

From poetic storytelling to lively folk rhythms, from experimental soundscapes to indie warmth and contemporary R&B, Luxembourgish music carries our history, our humour and our hopes.   

I hope this gives you a first glimpse – just a small taste of the vibrant artists and music festivals that bring Luxembourg’s music to life.

– Isabelle Frisch-Koopmans 

• This article is part of our “Inside Luxembourg” series, celebrating the stories, flavours and traditions that shape our local culture.