Culture Shift: LINLI and Serpentīns to Headline Riga Hip-Hop Night

Riga’s Poseidons nightclub is set to host a night dedicated to hip-hop on March 20, featuring performances by Latvian rappers LINLI and Serpentīns as part of the “Culture Shift” event series.

Rising Stars of Latvian Hip-Hop

LINLI and Serpentīns are recognized as prominent figures in the new generation of Latvian hip-hop. Both artists gained recognition through their participation in the “371 Battle” rap battle platform, known for its emphasis on lyrical skill and stage presence.

LINLI reached the top eight in both the 2023 and 2024 seasons of “371 Battle,” while Serpentīns advanced to the finals in the fifth season, securing 2nd place. This battle rap experience contributes to their dynamic stage energy and authentic performance style.

Event Details

The event will begin at 11:00 PM, with the first artists taking the stage at midnight. DJ M&M, PM2AM, Gari, and Tim Ray will provide music throughout the night, playing a mix of Latvian and international hip-hop. The DJs will maintain the energy until the early morning hours.

Entry is restricted to those 18 years of age or older. Tickets are priced at 10 Euros and will be available for purchase both at the venue and in advance here.

LINLI: From Early Singles to “Under Pressure”

LINLI, whose real name is Linards Odiņš, began his musical career in 2019 with the release of singles “I DONT CARE” and “TUSAX.” He also collaborated with SourJ on songs like “IESIT MAN PA BACK” and “VĪJAGĆENERATORS.” In 2023, LINLI released his debut album, “BIELI PLANS, LIELI DARBI.”

His participation in “371 Battle” in 2023 and 2024 further increased his visibility. In November 2025, LINLI released his latest album, “Under Pressure,” described as his most personal and open work to date. LINLI has collaborated with artists including Yam, HUNN, SourJ, Creative, Pre’set, cigar seller, kazimir, and daaguchii.

Serpentīns: From Battle Rap to Award-Winning Album

Serpentīns’s career began with participation in “371 Battle” over three seasons, with his most successful run being the fifth season, where he reached the finals and finished in 2nd place. In 2023, he released his self-produced debut album, “8,” which received the “5% Order” award for best debut album of the year.

In October 2025, Serpentīns released the double single ‘Arpeggio’, featuring the songs ‘Motion’ and ‘Maladaptive’, accompanied by a music video that visually connects the two tracks. He has collaborated with artists such as Kjuumanis, Marko, Yam, and Hunn.