Dexpleen

Dexpleen (they/them), at 23, channels a lifetime of emotion into music. The producer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist has been playing piano since the age of six and refuses to be confined by genre labels. Born out of an overwhelming sense of being misunderstood, their music serves as a vessel for emotions often too complex for words. Influenced by artists like Coldplay, Adele, Tom Odell, it defies categorization, effortlessly weaving elements of indie pop, folk rock, and electro pop into a tapestry of sonic storytelling. With a keen desire to fill the void of representation in the music industry, Dexpleen crafts queer love songs and anthems for feelings that can hardly be described, offering a collec-tive safe haven for suppressed souls and anyone who might need it. In these melodies, listeners find not only an escape but also a sense of validation – a con-firmation that they are seen, heard, and understood. Through their artistry, Dexpleen emerges as a beacon of authenticity, hope and unapologetic pride, inviting us into a world where individuality is celebrated and acceptance reigns supreme. Notable achievements include winning the VSA Songwriting Contest (2019) and the Donauinselfest Contest (2021), as well as playing the festival circuit and working at song-writing camps (2023/2024).