Grand RiverIT
Aimée Portioli, a Dutch-Italian composer and sound designer based in Berlin, performs under the name Grand River. Her experimental electronic music brings together minimalism and ambient influences with rich emotional depth and rhythmic complexity. Debuting with the 2017 'Crescente EP', praised by XLR8R, she followed with the critically acclaimed 2018 album 'Pineapple' and the 2020 release 'Blink A Few Times To Clear Your Eyes'. Her 2023 album 'All Above' and the 2024 collaborative project 'In uno spazio immenso' with Abul Mogard has further solidified her reputation. Portioli’s work also includes sound art installations and 4D spatial sound projects. She has performed at notable venues and festivals, including Barbican Hall, CTM Festival, Centre Pompidou, MUTEK, Berghain, and more. Since 2016, she has run the label One Instrument, which invites artists to create music using a single instrument. Portioli holds a bachelor’s degree from Milan's Faculty of Linguistics and Communication, where she explored the psychology of music in media.
Marco Ciceri is an Italian visual artist currently based in Berlin. With a background in design and arts from the University of Bolzano, he brings a rich blend of technical and artistic expertise to his work. For five years, he was a key member of Pfadfinderei and previously collaborated with Marshmallow Laser Feast in London. Marco specializes in creating immersive live shows and installations that integrate light and video. His animations often feature automated movements generated through software or physical motorized gears, reflecting his passion for blending various media and techniques. This approach results in a “flowing aesthetic” characterized by intricate detail and dynamic visual experiences.
Grand River & Marco Ciceri — All Above
The ‘All Above’ live show is a moving and immersive experience created specifically for the new tour. As Grand River performs pieces from her latest release on stage, the audience is drawn into a deep emotional journey, experiencing the composer's dedication and devotion firsthand. The performance enhances the album with live-specific reprises and experimental elements that push boundaries and flow seamlessly through impactful melodies. The visual and light design for the show is crafted and performed live by Marco Ciceri, Grand River's long-time collaborator. With a combination of light projections, smoke, and mirrors, Ciceri creates an ethereal environment that shifts between light and darkness. This dynamic setting encourages contemplation and immersion, inviting the audience to fully let go and experience the performance.
