Bart Oostindie is one of Holland's finest songwriters. With his own blend of pop, jazz and alternative soul music he manages to hit you right in your soul. Make sure you buy this one for real, if you like it.
Supergroup The Company Band has a bluesy rockin' feel, but no lay-back shuffling here. This is in your face. With members of Clutch, Fu Manchu, CKY and Fireball Ministry.
This is something like a late follow-up to Muddy Waters' Electric Mud record. Blues layered on top with hip hop vocals, some psychedelics and a bad-ass-yet-feel-good vibe. Featuring The Black Keys, RZA, Raekwon, Ludacris, Q-Tip and Mos Def.
The masters of psychedelica gave birth to another jewel! It's a masterpiece! Dig!
Hooghwater is one of Holland's most promising acts in the psychedelic 60's-70's vibe, although they're not on some whimpy nostalgic trip. After an okay E.P. they show more direction, taste and focus on their debut album Echos. Buy this one on vinyl, bitches!
This NYC trio is something else. They rock hard with their credo 'Rock Your Faces, Mix The Races' and a style that lies somewhere between early Zep, a summer's day in New Orleans and the onstage live pic in Santana's Abraxas LP. Sahweet!
One of the fattest releases of 2009 is MWVL's Narcotica From Golgotha. This Dutch rockband is not easy to describe, but let's say this one is not for the faint hearted. These kick-ass riffs, thunderous drums and Robbie Hooker's vicious, strong voice will not dissapoint you. Cyco's only!
Hailed as the new Super Group, Them Crooked Vultures has to live up to high expectations. Luckily, Josh Homme, John Paul Jones and Dave Grohl rock hard on this one. Just take a listen and see for yourself.
Finally, here's Dewolff's debut album. These three youngsters (all in their teens!) present a nice psychedelic, rocking, totally '60s vibe. Think early Pink Floyd, The Doors, The Flow. The dwnld includes the first Dewolff EP as well.
