Founded in Berlin, the fem*ergy collective, brings together the worlds of international artists and activists, serving as a platform for collaborations within an ever evolving network.
These artists, each expressing themselves in their unique languages, share their messages and narratives, the realities of marginalised identities, but also poetic visions of joy and healing in a utopian microcosm.
The fem*ergy collective is a community of values based on respect, sustainability, solidarity, inclusivity, empowerment, fairness, cohesion, empathy, mindfulness and vulnerability. Based in the founding city of Berlin as well as Switzerland, the artists of the fem*ergy collective create song arrangements, shows, concert tours and other projects together.
The fem*ergy collective focuses on the visibility of female and non-binary artists while creating a positive, safer space where all are welcome and respected.
The work of the collective started in autumn 2021, originating in the idea of sharing stages, organisational efforts and visibility which led to building a permanent collective to support each other with individual skills and networks.
Declaring the new normal!
The new normal, as it is cultivated in the fem*ergy collective, is diversity as a matter of course, which is not oriented towards standards or majorities, but meets every identity with appreciation and takes a stand against exoticisation, othering, as well as discrimination based on racist, patriarchal, classist or ableist world views. In open, loving communication, cooperation at eye level, the commitment to goal-oriented professionalism and the sustainable use of resources as well as the mental and physical health of each individual person are balanced. This creates a safer space in which continuous growth and learning is cultivated. From this space poetry, healing, emotional processes that are coming together in interdisciplinary works and audio-visual worlds.
What else:
Contrary to the prevailing binary mentality based on dominance, hierarchies and incompatibility of opposites, the work of the fem*ergy collective is expressed, among other things, in balancing the qualities and energies designated as feminine, as well as those designated as masculine, that operate in the world and in all of us, and in honouring every expression on the spectrum between these poles. Inclusivity does not stop at the language used, but is expressed in it. In this context, there needs to be an awareness that a healthy culture of error and patience are indispensable in order to meet these aspirations in the long run.
In the knowledge that such work will never be completed, it is necessary to question these constantly ongoing processes and to accept their changeability. The fem*ergy collective functions as a creative hub and network in the context of which FINTA people are invited to find collaborations, visibility and access to resources. The driving force behind all joint projects is always the creativity and joy experienced together.
Sustainability, the connection to nature as the origin of all existence, respect for the magic inherent in all life and the desire to preserve these wonders for future generations are of particular importance to all those involved. Green touring, as well as the association with structures that prioritise ecological, social and economic sustainability, is therefore an important concern for the fem*ergy collective.
AY WING
Singer, songwriter and producer Ay Wing combines entrancing, beat-heavy R&B-inspired sound with intimate, introspective lyrics.
She has toured throughout Europe (Germany, Denmark, Switzerland, England) as well as in the US, and has opened concerts for acts such as Selah Sue and Sofi Tukker. In addition to her performance bonafides, she has recorded with revered artists such as Patrick Paige (of the band The Internet), Chuuwee, and Mark Battles.
The singles Luv Lyve, Velvet Room, Antidote, all of which were released independently, made their way onto well-known Spotify playlists including Mellow Bars, Butter, Fresh Finds. Ay Wing found additional acclaim in international online blogs such as Clash Magazine, Earmilk, Stereofox, and Rolling Stone India.
mari.ama
A Fulani nomad by heritage, mari.ama crafts sounds inspired by the urban landscapes
of Freetown, Cologne, Paris, and Berlin. Each note she sings and every chord she plays
tells a story of movement, identity, and belonging..
Her work extends beyond music—she actively advocates for a more accessible and
inclusive cultural landscape.
Concerts in Brazil, Cape Verde (Atlantic Music Expo), Italy, Nigeria, Reunion Island
(Sakifo Festival), Switzerland, France, and Germany.
· International theater performance tour with La Compagnie du Hanneton in “The Toad
Knew” (2016/2017) under the direction of James Thiérée.
· Intitiated Atmosphère Pop Up Festival in solidarity with refugees worldwide. (2022)
Rooted in a rich tapestry of Afropean culture, mari.ama is an artist
whose music reflects a journey across continents and traditions. With
familial and cultural ties spanning Germany, France, Norway, Czech
Republic, Sierra Leone, and Guinea, she embraces a diverse sonic
palette that blends folk, soul, pop, and beats with the vibrancy of
West African rhythms and instrumentation.
KORA
A Sudanese womanist, feminist and LGBTQ+ activist. As an architect by major and an advocate by passion. Kora combines different elements of passion and experience, formulating projects that carry various forms of advocacy and art while practicing and integrating decolonization methods ensuring outcomes that are respective of multi layered identities.
Her project “Intersections personified” incorporates documentation, advocacy and art focusing on Sudanese migrant LBQ womxn experiences post-war while highlighting the negotiation of identities as a form of resistance, while challenging the concept of othering.
As an advocate who led and organized feminist marches and created some of the most successful social media campaigns tackling matters like SGBV, GBV, SRHR in Sudan with a focus on creating solidarity and amplifying the understanding and practice of intersectionality, Kora is driven by a deep curiosity and
devotion towards dismantling oppressive structures through research and creativity. She brings with
her a distinct experience and personal history of advocacy, LGBTQ+ rights,
multi-layered intersectional identities, survival and resilience.
CARLA SOPHIA LAERMANNS
Carla is a transnational, mixed woman of color with roots in Abya Yala, dedicated to building connections within diverse communities, reclaiming ancestral traditions, and creating new practices for those in the diaspora. As a social worker with a passion for poetry, singing, storytelling, advocacy, and research, she seeks to foster decolonization, re-indigenization, and reconnection to ancestral lands. With Indigenous heritage as part of her transnational identity and experience working alongside Indigenous communities across the Americas, Carla is committed to supporting ancestral stewardship. She strives to create safe spaces for cultural expressions such as storytelling, music, and dance, recognizing their importance in maintaining ties to one’s heritage. For many in the diaspora, like herself, staying connected to their roots or re-connecting to their ancestors is essential.
Carla understands that acceptance of one's identity can be complex, but she believes that connection to the land, music, stories, dances, and poetry can help bridge that gap. She is dedicated to learning, reclaiming narratives, strengthening lineage ties, and restoring relationships with the land, ancestors, and community through her own artistic expression and work.
Chang 13
A Multidisciplinary artist, feminist and LGBTQ+ advocate, mentor, storyteller) Chang is a
mentor, connector, and a beloved aunty, he seeks to redefine societal norms about gender,,
sexuality, and inequality through his art and advocacy. (Fashion designer, art director, costume
designer, artist, performer, dancer, actor, songwriter, writer, lecturer) works at the intersection of
fashion, art, and performance. As a multidisciplinary creator, CHANG13 blends design, drawing,,
dance, theater, writing, and more using ALTER EGOS like CHANGDARC to express different
perspectives. Focused on Upcycling and inclusion, CHANG13 fosters collaboration across diverse
groups to co-create fashion and performances, giving space for personal stories and voices. T
hrough projects like Social Catwalk and collectives like VooCha, Ensemble2030, CHANG13
challenges conventions and empowers others to express their narratives through art, creating
both loud and silent spaces for transformation.
JOHANNA AMELIE
The Berlin-based indie artist and music producer has followed the call of music from an early age. From the age of 3, she learned the violin, later the viola, saxophone, piano and flute, and when she was given a Regina Spektor CD on her 17th birthday, she knew: singer-songwriter was to be her profession.
Today Johanna performs solo and with her band internationally. For a long time now, Johanna Amelie has been committed to increasing the visibility of women and non-binary people in the music industry. She founded the Visibility*Breakfast (a monthly meeting for female* and non-binary artists*) and is a member of Music Women* Germany.
Releasing her new studio album 'Fiction Forever' (via brillJant alternatives/The Orchard/Indigo) on 29 April 2022. "A poetic feeling is woven into these songs, which are curiously arranged and further unfold Amelie's personality as a musician."- ROLLING STONE MAGAZINE
MYA AUDREY
Myriam Audrey Dinah Nydegger is a Swiss singer, pianist and producer with English roots. At the age of 21, Mya studies voice and jazz piano at the "Hochschule der Künste" in Bern. She participates in various renowned workshops and competitions including the annual IASJ Jazz Meeting at the Berklee Collage of Music in Boston, the International Master Classes Vaduz and the SHURE Montreux Voice Competition of Universal Music & Bea Young Artists Fondation. She tours throughout Europe in various formations from solo to big band, and has performed at the Beijing Olympics in 2009 and the Midi Festival Shanghai & Beijing in 2011, among others. As an author, she co-wrote theme song Swiss film "Platzspitzbaby" and for German ZDF/ ARD productions. After releasing two singer & songwriter albums under her own name ("Sudden Breeze" Nation Music & "Wayfaring Trails" Sophie Records) she releases the EP "Afterglow" with the single "Warrior Heart" under the name "DINAH" on Listenrecords in 2020. Mya Audrey is an official sequential artist.
LEONIE GEISLER
Leonie is a bass player who grew up in a family of musicians. Originally she is from South Germany but moved to Berlin eight years ago. Leonie is studying music at Universität der Künste and is already touring Europe and the UK as well as recording with artists like Wallis Bird, Sookee, Johanna Amelie, Ay Wing and mari.ama. Leonie is a valuable force within the fem*ergy collective where she is valued for her bass lines, dope backing vocals, bright smiles, patience, enthusiasm and professionalism as well as the very endearing accent from her south german hometown.
ALIENORE Aliénore
A French-British singer & songwriter living in Berlin. Having grown up in rural South West France,
Aliénore’s music can be described as “witchy” pop, with notes of indie & alternative influences. By layering ethereall
vocals with dreamy synth lines, atmospheric sounds, and words written both in English & French, Aliénore's music
pulls the listener into a dreamy soundscape with depth, rawness and sensibility..
With a background in styling and fashion design, visual & sonic worlds collide in symbiosis. While, her training in
classical choirs in her youth is highly influential on her bewitching soprano voice and her penchant for medieval &
period music shines through in luscious harmonies and melodies that bring hope to any darkness. Highly inspired by
nature, her mixed heritage and upbringing in the countryside, her songs beckon the listener into a vulnerable and dreamy sonic space..
Her works & vocals have been compared to the likes of Kate Bush - a female rising newcomer in the field, her next single
“Métamorphose” & the title track of her debut EP will be released on 14.04.2023, followed by the full EP in May 2023.
Anneli Bentler
Anneli is a producer, composer, solo artist and sound healing practitioner. Her music is
vibing between classical melodies, electronic sounds scapes and atmospheric sound design..
With her electronic dream-pop project Queen Alaska she published an album and toured
through Europe. She collaborated with the EXPO2020 in Dubai for an immersive sound
installation, with Deutsche Oper Berlin for a project re-inventing the content of Richard
Wagners operas, and played keys for several main-stream artists. Lately, she has been
focused on the healing effects of music giving sound baths with crystal singing bowls and
synthesiser sound scapes. As a kinesiologist and Reiki Master she also gives integrative
healing sessions.