Stan van Dijk is a producer who makes a mix of electronic music, jazz and hip-hop. His eclectic style stems from experimentation and the mixing of influences. There is no good genre name, but large playlists such as “‘Jazztronica” & “Nu Jazz” come close. ”Naive computer” is a title that is also used and most […]
Interview with David Chutby – Pandemic Black
In this interview spotlight, I chat with David Chutby about the latest music, adapting during lock downs, technology and more. Full Q&A along with links and music below. Where are you from and how do You describe your style of music? I’m from The Netherlands, Utrecht. I recorded my songs in Leeds UK. My songs […]
Interview with Joelle Charan – Streetlight Silhouettes
Born and raised in Amsterdam to a Catholic mother and Hindu father, Joelle Charan is empowered by her mixed heritage and religions. Upon graduating from the Conservatory of Amsterdam, she moved to New York to deepen her knowledge of songwriting. She studied at The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music in Manhattan with generous […]
Interview with Marvin Dee Band – Changes
The up and coming art-rock/Americana Marvin Dee Band from Rotterdam, NL, is releasing a new album. The band speaks of a new chapter after a long period of change and growth on a personal and musical level. The new album is therefore called ‘Changes’. The name started out as a working title, after a song […]
Interview with Happiness Junkies
In this interview spotlight, I chat with Happiness Junkies about their latest project, challenges, listening preferences, technology and more. Full Q&A along with links and music below. Happiness Junkies by Happiness Junkies Where are you from and what style of music do you create? (In your own words, not necessarily in marketing terms or by […]
Interview with Jo Marches – Monsters
Utrecht outfit Jo Marches return with their captivating new EP, Day In Day Out, out on October 26th (2018). Filled with epic synth swells, soaring electronic soundscapes and front woman Johanneke Kranendonk’s soft, warm vocals, Day In Day Out is a truly impressive piece of work from the offset. Opening track Clearing feels instantly reminiscent […]
Stage Republic Gives Us A Passionate Performance and Emotional Single with Wailing Walls
Amsterdam based Stage Republic take a new, more intuitive direction with their latest emotion-evoking, cathartic single Wailing Walls. I wrote the song on the night I got terrible news about a good friend. It deals with unfairness and knowing there’ll be loss before it’s loss. It’s something I needed to make. I did all the […]
Interview with Lizzy V – Faces
Dutch, Pop singer-songwriter, Lizzy V, is excited to share her upbeat acoustic song, “Faces.” The Dutch sensation uses her gorgeous vocals and dynamic writing style to put a meaningful spin on modern pop music. Lizzy V is known for connecting emotionally with her fans and spreading joy and meaning through her purposeful lyrics. Lizzy’s latest […]
Kawil Drops Latest Single and Video, Talk Is Cheap Pt. 1
Netherlands based emcee and producer Kawil has delivered his latest single and accompanying visual treatment, Talk Is Cheap Pt. 1. As a lifelong Hip Hop Head and indie Hip Hop artist, simply put… this song goes hard! For those not familiar with Hip Hop lingo, allow me to expand. Opening with a Malcolm X sample, […]
Interview with Rivers – Me & Marie
In this interview, we chat with Amsterdam based country pop outfit Rivers to discuss their newest project and more. Full Q&A, links, and a stream of their single Me & Marie below. Scroll down a little further for the lyric video. How long have you been creating and sharing your music with the public? 3 […]