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Kiki Solvej | |
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| Birth name | Kirstin Solvej Dohmes |
| Born | 22 April 1996 Neuss (Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany) |
| Origin | Germany |
| Genres | Techno, Rave, Electronic |
| Years active | 2020-present |
| Labels | Filth on Acid |
Biography
editKiki Solvej is a German DJ, producer, and vocalist whose early exposure to music stemmed from participation in musicals, choirs, and forming bands during her childhood [1]. Kiki was raised in an environment filled with music. Her mother studied music and art aesthetics, while her father, a priest, constantly was surrounded by music [2].
During her academic journey, Kiki Solvej was driven by her passion in writing and pursued studies in German Language and education science studies at the University of Cologne. She successfully graduated from this program. During her studies she crafted several small-scale researches, reflecting on her aspirations and dream to become a professor and stay in research [3]
Career
editFrom a young age, Kiki Solvej has been deeply involved in music, engaging in activities such as singing in musicals, composing songs, and delving into the music scene during her teenage years [4]. Since she was a young child, she loved to think about her own songs, even if she could not write them down yet. Later she developed a love for rap and writing rap songs. She was always deeply involved in music and its production, as mentioned in an interview with Mixmag Netherlands [5].
Transitioning from academia to pursue her long-held dream of a music career, Solvej found her way to the techno music scene. In 2021, she made her significant debut release on Reinier Zonneveld’s record label, Filth on Acid, with the “Deutsches Rave Mädchen” EP [6]. This release was well-received and noted in the streaming services, establishing her presence within the electronic music community. In 2024, she was named in FAZE mag’s ‘Der Grosse Jahrespoll 2023’ as one of the biggest international newcomers.
Kiki Solvej has traveled internationally for her performances, playing for large audiences worldwide. One notable event was her Bahamas live stream, which garnered over two million views, demonstrating her broad appeal and significant online presence [7]. Her set at Tomorrowland 2022 received accolades from several prominent figures in the electronic music community [8].
Throughout her career, her musical style has been described as unique, as she proved that she is flexible in styles and genres, being able to constantly surprise the audiences by trying and experimenting with new things [9]. In her songs, she is versatile with her lyrics which she developed from her German language studies and love for writing in the past.
Kiki Solvej, also known for her work as a vocalist, has performed on tracks such as the Love Parade with Da Hool and has engaged in numerous collaborations with Reinier Zonneveld on his label Filth on Acid like Sünden, Time, and Keine Liebe, Kein Rave.
Personal Life
editKiki Solvej is in a relationship with the Dutch DJ and producer Reinier Zonneveld. They have been described by the media as a notable duo in the techno scene, sharing a strong connection both personally and musically. This is proved by the multiple collaborations that they have released, which have gained positive reactions from fans and media alike [10]
Discography
edit| Releases | Date | Artist |
|---|---|---|
| Deutsches Rave Mädchen | 17 December 2021 | Kiki Solvej |
| Heute Nacht | 17 December 2021 | Kiki Solvej |
| Psy | 18 November 2022 | Kiki Solvej |
| Move Aesthetics | 18 November 2022 | Kiki Solvej |
| Keine Liebe, Kein Rave | 17 March 2023 | Reinier Zonneveld, Kiki Solvej |
| Royal | 17 March 2023 | Kiki Solvej |
| Bang to My Beat | 26 May 2023 | Kiki Solvej |
| Super Strong | 8 December 2023 | Reinier Zonneveld, Sjaak, Kiki Solvej, DJ Tomekk |
| Through the Night | 8 December 2023 | Reinier Zonneveld, Kiki Solvej |
| Walking on Water | 8 December 2023 | Reinier Zonneveld, Kiki Solvej |
| Sünden | 19 January 2024 | Reinier Zonneveld, Kiki Solvej |
| Sünden (Extended Mix) | 19 January 2024 | Reinier Zonneveld, Kiki Solvej |
| Les Dangereux | 16 February 2024 | Reinier Zonneveld, Kiki Solvej |
| Thunder | 19 April 2024 | Kiki Solvej |
| Time | 10 May 2024 | Reinier Zonneveld, Kiki Solvej |
| Meet Her At The Love Parade | 17 May 2024 | Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, Maddic, Da Hool, Kiki Solvej |