Superfan

Superfan is the songwriter alter ego of Kali Priya Flanagan, a Brooklyn-based multi-instrumentalist and producer. Originally conceived as a solo project, the ambitious string arrangements developed in collaboration with cellist Omeed Almassi have grown into a defining element of Superfan’s buzzing and magnetic pop sound. After signing with the London-based label AD 93 (Joanne Robertson, YHWH Nailgun, Dagmar Zuniga), the three recent singles — Miss W Jones , Apeiron (Fantasy Football) , and Picture Of Return — mark the birth of “Acousticello.” With a renewed sense of confidence and an uninhibited artistic vision, Kali exchanges literal lyrics for fragmented, impressionistic poetry. Heartbreak is translated into ballads full of veiled imagery and literary finesse, reflecting a deeper conviction in both his words and his voice.

‍Kali cites albums such as 1996 by Ryuichi Sakamoto, Parasol by The Sea and Cake, The Greatest by Cat Power, Trust by Low, and Hvarf/Heim by Sigur Rós as important sources of inspiration, alongside the vocal styles of Elizabeth Fraser, Beth Gibbons, Rufus Wainwright, and Harriet Wheeler of The Sundays. His distinctive guitar sound, dark vocal tone, and talent for impressive live arrangements have led to collaborations in songwriting, production, covers, and guest appearances for artists such as Operelly, Jordan Patterson, and Quiet Light.

In addition to supporting The Strokes at the Red Rocks Amphitheatre — at the personal invitation of superfan Julian Casablancas — Superfan also played shows with Quiet Light, Knifeplay, Kath Bloom, Horsegirl, Userband, Samba Jean-Baptiste, Zoh Amba, PARKiNG, Brittle Brian (from @), Tiberius B, Autobahn, untitled (halo), voyeur, Birdfeeder, Racing Mount Pleasant, and many other tastemakers from the independent music scene.

The people at Cinetol have kindly offered a limited amount of free tickets for Subbacultcha members. Please make a reservation by sending an email to mailinglist@subbacultcha.nl with ‘Superfan’ in the subject line + your name in the email.

Registrations are open until 12.00 PM on weekdays.