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 Danielle van Gastel Ben Howard: 5 stars out of 5 BREATHTAKING&BEYOND Breath taking performance of Ben and his band in a beautiful venue. Stunning visuals and so talented musicians, especially India Bourne stole my heart as well, again. She is só important on the cello, piano and most of all backings! Felt as a real interactive gig but on the contrary it was not at all as it was an almost full 2 hours of extremely well chosen songs from mostly ,the last 3 albums. And heads up for the crowd, as it was so quiet during the live performance as you could almost hear a pin drop. So this is absolutely what Ben and the band deserved to get, a great audience and full attention. I liked Moonraker, couldn't make it up and I forget where we where the most. Actually I liked them all but these touched my deepest soul and produced a tear on my face and a big smile and memory forever. I've seen Ben in smaller and bigger venues and always well performing but this was above and beyond all. Ben Howard / Mabe Fratti Apr 21, 2025
 Danielle van Gastel King Nun: 4 stars out of 5 TOO SHORT:) King Nun / Flat Party Apr 21, 2025
 Danielle van Gastel Smudged: 4 stars out of 5 AANSTEKELIJK + HUMOR Compact Disk Dummies / Smudged / Mood Bored Apr 21, 2025
 Danielle van Gastel Opera Alaska: 5 stars out of 5 PURE INDIE LOVE! Seated concert, love seats for 2,but absolutely close to perfection in the way of atmosphere, stagelight, interaction on stage, music, lyrics and laid back indie vibes. Stunning voice of Marien and perfect guitars and synths. Very cosy. Opera Alaska Apr 21, 2025
 Danielle van Gastel FIEP: 3.75 stars out of 5 FIJN EN VERFRISSEND HENGE / Banji (NL) / FIEP / CLOUDSURFERS (NL) Apr 21, 2025
 Danielle van Gastel Personal Trainer: 4.5 stars out of 5 COMEDY & HIGH CLASS A band that is a must see live! You'll be amazed, pleasantly Surprised, treated with some jokes and comedy and high class music. International sound and smart, catchy songs but I have to say, the intro was quite alternative, strange and a bit hard to 'get involved' therefor not a 5 but nevertheless 1 of the best live bands in the Netherlands that is very promising and prepared and capable to hit the road abroad. They always take the stage and treat the crowd with high quality music. Personal Trainer / The Super Soakers Apr 21, 2025
 Danielle van Gastel Ist Ist: 4.25 stars out of 5 GOOD! AS ALWAYS 🩵 My 4th Ist Ist gig and in the biggest Venue they have ever played. But no worries as the crowd was dedicated, lightning, staging and sound very good! Quite some songs from a new to be released album, repercussions, the kiss and lost my shadow. Furthermore a well balanced mix in their setlist of all albums and approx 22 songs. I have to say i did miss extreme greed and Jennifers lips on this list, songs I really like. In general you could really feel the band was blessed to play for such a 'big' crowd and happy with the warm welcome and dedication of us 'fans ' Ist Ist / October Drift Apr 21, 2025
 Danielle van Gastel Fontaines D.C.: 4.25 stars out of 5 THIS GIG WAS 'BIG' Venue was over crowded but good atmosphere and not too much 'Dutch disease' in the back. Setlist was great, the old ones that made the band 'big' but also a lot of new songs from the newborn Skinty Fia. Sounds and light were absolutely fantastic. Personally I found it a bit of a pity that Jackie down the line was a bit too fast and simple live. But.. One to absolutely remember. Fontaines D.C. / Just Mustard Apr 21, 2025
 Danielle van Gastel Wunderhorse: 4.75 stars out of 5 SOOO PROMISING! My 3rd Wunderhorse gig and the band grew! Unbelievable how they perform and transfer their songs into live experience. All so talented and amazing with their instruments. Next to the 'Cub' favorites (Teal, Purple and leader of the pack) we were treated with some new songs like Midas, July, Arizona and do you feel the rain. Unfortunately no encore and not enough songs to play more than 1 hour. Some sjng a longs as the audience is always dedicated. Big shout out for awesome sound and staging. Wunderhorse Apr 21, 2025
 Danielle van Gastel Whispering Sons: 4.25 stars out of 5 PERFECT IN DARKNESS Whispering Sons / Teen Creeps Apr 21, 2025
 Danielle van Gastel Wet Leg: 3.75 stars out of 5 CATCHY BRITISH INDIE 45 minutes British indie rock in a packed small venue. The crowd had fun and enjoyed it, the band also. The songs were catchy and smart but have to say that I'm very curious how the band will develop as the voices are not that strong. For now it was fun, new, fresh and entertaining. Highlights were absolutely wet dream, Angelica, ur mum, supermarket and the final song chaise longue Wet Leg Apr 21, 2025
 Danielle van Gastel Half Moon Run: 4.75 stars out of 5 TRULY MAGIC Enthusiastic, powerful, acoustic, full of energy, folk and that all combined in a beautiful and diverse setlist. Experts in performance and multi instrumentalists. Stunning voices and a very dedicated and awesome crowd as well. Loved the new songs from the album Salt as well. But also the all time favorites were not forgotten and some were one big sing a long. Half Moon Run / Flyte Apr 21, 2025
 Danielle van Gastel Ist Ist: 4.5 stars out of 5 IST IST IS WOW A secret showcase but this band absolutely needed to be on the official line-up of ESNS. This band is Full of Energy and Reminds Me Of Joy Division Meets White Lies meet Editors . Vocals and instruments and lyrics all chosen so very well. 2nd time live for me and will not be the last. The band is so dedicated and professional and exactly what was missing at esns official in emerging UK rock artists with alternative sound but tough commercial. Live even more interesting than on vinyl. Ist Ist Apr 21, 2025
 Danielle van Gastel o: 3.25 stars out of 5 NOT TOO BAD Sorry, I do not completely understand the hype. It was good but tough a bit the same after the 3rd song... I just miss the vocals or a bunch of alcohol or so to absorb this or be in a better physical state to go with this O. flow. o Apr 21, 2025
 Danielle van Gastel Ciel: 3.25 stars out of 5 POTENTIE DAT ZEKER! Ciel heeft catchy songs en ze zitten muzikaal prima in elkaar. De band moet echter nog meters maken. De locatie zat ook niet mee en dat was erg jammer. Niet intiem genoeg en geen sfeer in deze 'aula '. Zonde want in hun set zitten n paar fijne songs die direct in je gehoor blijven. Zou ze graag nog ns zien, maar dan in een andere setting en als ze net iets meer vlieguren gemaakt hebben. Hoogtepunt 'baby don't you know' Ciel Apr 21, 2025
 Danielle van Gastel SPRINTS: 3 stars out of 5 TE HOGE VERWACHTING Zonde dat de gitaar van de frontvrouw slecht te horen was. Fijne songs en eigenlijk is dat wat de set zou moeten maken. Belichting en locatie zaten mee dus zonde dat sprints vooral bezig was met het publiek mee te krijgen ipv te spelen, te doen waarvoor ze kwamen op dit 'showcase' fest. Daarom geen verpletterende indruk. Op de v11 en Misty Fields een betere set van hen gezien. SPRINTS Apr 21, 2025
 Danielle van Gastel Keg: 4 stars out of 5 MUSIC ROLLERCOASTER Een muzikale roller coaster met een bak vol energie, ironie, spoken word, post punk, synths, een sterke frontman en een hele markante koperblazer. En dat alles loopt gesmeerd en is in geen enkel hokje te plaatsen. De set vliegt voorbij en doet me de ene keer denken aan idles, dan sleaford mods of Viagra boys. Uniek en eigen, maar niet toegankelijk voor 'n groot publiek. Zal niche blijven en voor mij oone to remember. Keg Apr 21, 2025
 Danielle van Gastel King Nun: 3.25 stars out of 5 ENERGY BOMBS! King Nun Apr 21, 2025
 Danielle van Gastel Wunderhorse: 5 stars out of 5 IT WAS BEYOND & MORE What An awesome gig was this.the first ever dutch Wunderhorse show and sold out ! After canceling indiestad and London calling I was so much looking forward to this. All 4 musicians are so good and the setlist was well balanced . Except for Atlantis and Mantis all songs from the album Cub. Also a new song 'arizona' was presented to the crowd,that consisted of only music lovers and fans. Teal, leader of the pack, purple,girl behind the glass were all sing a longs. What i find quite Nice Is that almost all songs have a great intro, a chorus and a focus in going to the coda/outro with always a twist and more sound and guitars. With only 1 debut album quite impressive and feels like so much more to explore of Them live. I guess this band Will be a favorite for coming years ánd festivals. Wunderhorse Apr 21, 2025
 Danielle van Gastel Pixies: 4.25 stars out of 5 PIXIES ARE LEGENDS Circa 37 songs op de setlist. Van nieuwe naar oude songs.niet lullen maar poetsen.nul nada geen interactie maar een 2 uur en 40 minuten durende muzikale reis langs alle albums en tevens veel van doggerel. De intro was met een twist, en werd na 1 minuut afgebroken om over of opnieuw te gaan voor wave of mutilation. Nog verrassend goed bij stem en een enkele keer zakte het even in maar vooral de aandacht van het publiek en de die hard fans maakte het een mooie avond. Het geluid was prima (bij support Wunderhorse minder jammergenoeg) maar de zaal was te vol. Chapeau voor de lucht technici. Pixies / Wunderhorse Apr 21, 2025