Inéz (singer)
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June 15, 1990
Inéz | |
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 Inéz (2022) | |
| Background information | |
| Born | Inéz Schaefer June 15, 1990 Saarbrücken, Germany |
| Origin | Germany |
| Genres | electronic, pop |
| Occupations | Singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist |
| Instruments | vocals, piano, synthesizer |
| Years active | 2017 – present |
Inéz Schaefer (born 15 June 1990), better known by her mononymous stage name Inéz, is a German singer, songwriter, and instrumentalist. She is known for her collaborations with artists such as Solomun, John Summit, and Peter Fox and as the vocalist and keyboardist of the avant-pop duo ÄTNA, formed in 2017 with drummer Demian Kappenstein.[1] The duo has received international recognition for their innovative blend of electronic music and art pop, including winning the Anchor Award in 2020.[2]
Inéz was born in Saarbrücken, Germany. She studied jazz vocals at the Hochschule für Musik Carl Maria von Weber in Dresden.[3]
Career
ÄTNA
While studying in Dresden, Inéz met percussionist Demian Kappenstein. Together, they formed the avant-pop duo ÄTNA in 2017. Known for their intense live performances and genre-defying sound, they have performed at international festivals such as Eurosonic Noorderslag, SXSW, and Amsterdam Dance Event.
Collaborations and solo work
Inéz has collaborated with a number of notable German and international artists. She featured on John Summit's 2025 single "light years" and Solomun’s singles "Tuk Tuk" and "Prospect".[4] In 2022, she was featured on Peter Fox’s comeback single "Zukunft Pink", which debuted at number one on the German singles chart.[5]
She has also contributed vocals to projects by Marteria and Seeed, and composed for theatre and film.
In 2023, she performed in the stage adaptation of Benjamin von Stuckrad-Barre's novel Noch wach? at the Thalia Theater in Hamburg.[6]
Inéz co-wrote DJ Koze’s 2025 track “Tu Dime Cuando,” featuring Sofia Kourtesis and Ada.[7]
She is an ambassador for the Keychange initiative, advocating for gender equality in the music industry.[8]
Discography
With ÄTNA
- Made by Desire (2020)
- Push Life (2022)
- Lucky Dancer (2024)
Selected featured singles
- "Tuk Tuk" – Solomun feat. Inéz (2021)
- "Prospect" – Solomun feat. Inéz (2021)
- "Love, Peace & Happiness" – Marteria feat. Inéz & Yasha (2021)
- "Zukunft Pink" – Peter Fox feat. Inéz (2022)
- "light years" - John Summit feat. Inéz (2025)
- "Chiggy Chiggy" - Malugi feat. Inéz (2025)
- "crystallized" - John Summit feat. Inéz (2025)
- "Fade" - Sub Focus feat. Inéz (2025)
- "M.I.A." - Said The Sky (Inéz, uncredited) (2026)
- "Eyes Cut Deeper" - Subtronics feat. Inéz (2026)
