Blue Rooster - Marlon Pichel (NL)

After a hopefully warm summer, Marlon Pichel brings a sultry dose of southern soul on September 24. Born and raised in Rotterdam, he is a musical chameleon who moves effortlessly between the boundaries of different genres. As a singing drummer, he combines rhythmic virtuosity with a raw, soulful voice and a stage presence that effortlessly enthralls the audience. His music breathes the atmosphere of the deep south, but with a fresh, contemporary flair. His debut album Good Ol' Loving (2023) was warmly received by radio and television, and confirmed his status as a rising star in the Dutch music scene. Each song is steeped in influences from the southern states of America — think of Otis Redding and Wilson Pickett — but always with Marlon’s own, original touch. Live is where he truly shines. Together with his seven-piece band — including a fiery horn section and a solid rhythmic foundation — he takes his audience to the glory days of soul and rock-’n-roll. His performances are explosive, compelling, and steeped in musicality. With every beat on the drums and an infectious smile, he immerses his listeners in an ecstatic frenzy that continues to resonate for a long time.