The 'Filtrs 2026' competition, now in its fourth edition, aims to highlight independent electronic music producers in Latvia. Organized by the techno music show "Kinetic" in collaboration with radio "Naba" and the local electronic music instrument manufacturer "Erica Synths," the competition showcases emerging talent in the electronic music landscape.

The winners of the first stage have been announced, featuring compositions from ten finalists, including Klaws with "Angsthase," Trashy Trax with "Elevate," and Vakuola with "Evolver," among others. Fans and listeners can familiarize themselves with the finalists and vote for their favorites until March 6, with the winners set to receive prizes from Erica Synths and being revealed on March 13 at the "Kinetic Takeover" event.

Voting instructions are provided for those interested, where participants can select their favorite act and authenticate their vote using either their email, Google, or Draugiem.lv profile. This interactive element encourages community engagement and support for local artists in Latvia's vibrant electronic music scene.