Nodfyr

Foundations for :NODFYR: were laid by Joris and Niels in 2011, fueled by a desire to make heathen metal inspired by the folklore, mythology and nature of their native Gelderland. Nodfyr is the name of a pagan Germanic practice of fire making, mentioned in the 8th century Indiculus superstitionum et paganiarum. Nodfyr is one of the oldest (proto-) Dutch words. 

Early versions of songs were recorded with the help of violin player Irma and after Niels went on to pursue other goals in 2014 Jasper and Mark joined in 2015. Due to their involvement in various other music endeavors (Heidevolk, Wederganger, Alvenrad) the two songs for their first release were finished in the summer of 2017. 

MEMBERS:

Joris 

Jasper

Mark

Nodfyr - In een andere Tijd 

1.In een andere tijd 06:43

2.Ode aan de IJssel 07:59

Half a Mile

Half a Mile is a composition of six passionate musicians from Zwolle and surroundings. The sisters Hanna and Susanne van Gemeren have been singing twice since their younger years. The band has a penetrating, honest message and passionately shares the search for meaning and the Creator in this chaotic existence. The country / folk, Celtic and Eastern influences in combination with the bands of love for acoustic music provide a unique and authentic musical style.

MEMBERS:

Hanna van Gemeren - Zangeres

Susanne van Gemeren - Zangeres

Aart Lameris - Gitarist

Wouter Raidt - Gitarist

Laurens Lameris - Bassist

Richard Jansen - Percussionist

Half a Mile - Roots

01. Taller

02. You Lead Me

03. Perfect Little Garden

04. Uprooted

05. Thou and Thine

06. Silence

07. Nothing

08. Sacris Solemnis

09. I Sing the Mighty Power

10. The Fall

11. From This Valley

12. Smaller

Pyrolysis

Pyrolysis [pye-[b]rol[/b]-lis-sis] is a folk band from the heart of the Burgundian countryside, Zaltbommel. With traditional acoustic instruments like violin, accordion, bouzouki and bodhrán, the musicians play original folk songs with a traditional tune here and there. The music is inspired by traditional folk music from different corners of the planet: Irish and Scottish influences are evident, but gypsy, heathen and even Viking influences also present themselves. With a lot of energy and a clear, positive approach, the members dance and jump around the stage singing cheerful songs about the good things in life. 

Since an unannounced musical presence at Keltfest in 2014, Pyrolysis has been in an updraft, playing on large folk festivals throughout the Netherlands, such as Keltfest, Castlefest and the Midwinter Fair. It even led them to be nominated for the "best live band NL/BE" award in the Bastaard Fantasy Awards 2016.

Pyrolysis’ music gives you a feeling of cheer and friendship, letting you forget about your sorrows!

MEMBERS:

Stan Eimers - Vocals, Bodhrán, Harmonica; 

Tim Elfring - Bouzouki, Vocals, Tin Whistle; 

Laurens Krah - Accordion, Backing Vocals; 

Rikke Linssen - Violin, Vocals, Tin Whistle

Pyrolysis - Discography

Edges of the Day (2017)

On Mountains High I Stand (2015)

AmmA Band

AmmA tells stories . Beautiful stories about love, elves, distant travel , abducted women

and gruesome murders. A good story does not always have a happy ending, you know ...

AmmA is a band that has been active since 2009. They play folk unpretentiously with a very

unique fairytale-like style. They alternate old ballads with their own work and perform everything in a

melodic , jazzy manner framed by beautiful vocal harmonies. since their

creation AmmA has earned her spurs in various theaters and many festivals

such Keltfest and Castlefest , sometimes with their original three- piece band but regular

also accompanied by their own string ensemble. They have also performed in many

cafes and on the street at home and abroad .

MEMBERS: 

Sanne van Gend - Vocals, Whistles, Recorders

Emma van Dobben - Piano, Accordion, Lyre

Meidi Goh - Violin, Viola da Gamba

Marlieske Doorn - Violin