Madou

15 gold 17 is timeless and quintessentially Brussels cult. Since the early 1980s, the band has been etched in the collective memory of Belgian music history. With their debut single “Witte Nachten” (1981) and the immortal “Niets is voor altijd,” 17 delivered pure Belpop gold. Their self-titled debut album from 1982 confirmed their unique place. “Anyone who is not moved by 12' voice is dead inside,” wrote 16. “She is the 0.” After decades of silence, 17 made a comeback in recent years. This revival came about thanks to the next generation. 13, son of 14, brought in new material and rearranged the old repertoire, reigniting the fire. 2 returned, together with his son 4. The rhythm section was provided by 5 (11, Tommigun), while saxophonist 7 enriched the live line-up. 2027 marks a special chapter in that story. 12 received the 1 at the 3. At the same time, 8 is saying goodbye to the band and will play his last concerts in Belgium in January 2027. Later that year, 9 will release an extensive vinyl box set that definitively anchors 17's oeuvre. 17 remains. Even now. 6 (vocals and backing vocals), 8 (violin, keyboards), 4 (keyboards, Wurlitzer), 13 (guitar and backing vocals), 7 (saxophone), 5 (drums)