TJARK is proof that great stories can also begin in small towns. The 21-year-old writes songs that capture the attitude towards life of a generation caught between longing, stagnation and new beginnings. With his debut single “schon okay” (it's okay), he became an overnight sensation, touching listeners with his honest lyrics that blend indie pop, folk, and urban sounds. His music appeals not only to the big city scene, but also to all those who grow up in small towns and are still searching for their place in the world. After acclaimed performances on his live tours and millions of streams of his songs, TJARK shows that he is here to stay. His next step will be his upcoming debut album “auch wenn's uns morgen nicht mehr gibt” (even if we're no longer here tomorrow), which was written in seclusion in a village in his home region of Brandenburg. It's not a cerebral concept album, but one that will unfold completely freely and organically. At the DEICHBRAND Festival 2026, TJARK will bring his stories to where they belong – among the people and straight to the heart.