A DIY home-recording autodidact from Amsterdam, Netherlands, creating music with an unpretentious, raw edge.
The joy of making music lies in diving deep into the creative process, losing myself in it, and reveling in what emerges from nothing.
My lyrics delve into life’s tangled web: confusion, doubt, self-mockery, raw emotion and those fleeting moments of decision-making.
They shine a light on the imperfections—the “flies in the ointment” of existence.
Inspired by the ethos and artistry of icons like Jonathan Richman, Billy Bragg, Evan Dando, Joe Strummer, Tim Armstrong and Ryan Adams, I craft a unique singer-songwriter style.
My repertoire? Loosely played, straightforward tunes that capture the essence of life’s quirks.
Member of the Amsterdam Songwriters Guild since 2006.
Former host of Open Mic Amsterdam (2011–2016).
Host of Grande Soirée Amusante Open Mic Reunion Nights (2022-2025).
Proud participant of FAWM.ORG since 2006. 14 songs 28 days.
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singer-songwriter, acoustic guitar, DIY, indie, ska, punk, americana, stomp 'n' holler, folk, pop.
Amsterdam Songwriters Guild Open Mic Amsterdam ASG FAWM.