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Every Thursday night at Simplon: intimate concerts with a national and international flavor. UP biedt live muziek op een intiem podium.

Iedere week vind je nieuwe, onbekende maar altijd ervaren muzikanten op ons bescheiden podium. Donderdagavond is hét moment om te ervaren wat uiteenlopende muziekgenres te bieden hebben en waarom ze de moeite waard zijn om te beluisteren. Wij vinden bands, rappers, knoppendraaiers en faderschuivers leuk. We doen het niet om groots binnen te lopen, maar uit liefde voor de muziek. Denk jij dat de na

am van jouw act mooi staat op ons programma? Of wil je simpelweg een vraag stellen? Stuur ons een bericht via [email protected]. Als je ons benadert om je act te promoten, ontvangen we graag ook links naar de muziek. Als wat we horen bevalt, dan nemen we contact met je op! UP pairs live music with an intimate performing space. Every week, we bring you new and lesser known, but experienced musicians whom you didn’t realize were around and are worth checking out. Thursday is the night to come check out which varying genres of music have to offer. We like bands, rappers, knobturners and fadersliders who are like ourselves. We’re not doing it for the big money: UP is driven by the love for music. Do you feel like your act’s name would beautify our programme? Or do you simply want to ask a question? Send us a message at [email protected]. If you are promoting an act, please provide some media links. We will contact you if we like what we hear.

03/12/2024

Simplon UP zoekt versterking! 📢🎨

Per 1 januari is Simplon UP op zoek naar twee nieuwe postermakers! Vind jij het leuk om posters te ontwerpen voor concerten en wil je graag het team van UP komen versterken? Dan is dit misschien iets voor jou. We zoeken iemand die zich voor ten minste een jaar wil inzetten. Deze vacature is op vrijwillige basis, maar je krijgt er een hele hoop leuks bij. Interesse? Bekijk de volledige vacature via de link in onze bio.

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Simplon UP is looking for reinforcement! 📢🎨

Starting January 1st, Simplon UP is looking for two new poster designers! Do you enjoy designing posters for concerts and would you like to join the UP team? Then this might be the opportunity for you. We are looking for someone who is willing to commit for at least a year. This is a voluntary position, but it comes with lots of perks. Interested? Check out the full vacancy via the link in our bio.

29/11/2024

❗NEXT THURSDAY:

𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗨𝗣 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗮𝘆! 🎁🥕

Dutch traditions are here to be changed! The 5th of December we welcome the CLUP van Sinterklaas, Simplon edition. Instead of celebrating the Sinterklaas holiday at home like we’re used to, this time you can enjoy pepernoten, good music and 3 dj’s for 3 euros at the Simplon café.

TAXITAXI (DJ-Set) ():

Three maniacs behind the wheel of a rusty cab with no brakes—that’s how punk boy band TAXITAXI usually rolls. But if a turntable is involved, it’s a completely different story. During their DJ set, the world’s best band will transform into a luxurious trike that only delivers certified bangers. Only the best hits from the 90s to present day are allowed, no exceptions—no one will be left behind.

DJ SBB:

DJ SBB plays music determined by fixed patterns as well as less conventional electronic music. When he’s spinning songs, you can expect skewed house, decent breaks and perhaps some faster tunes.

BASS by Banić ():

Inspired by heavy electronic beats and an ironic outlook on life, producer and DJ Alexander Banic brings serious energy to the dance floor. His Drum ‘n Bass productions feature intense neuro synths, sarcastic vocals, and plenty of surprises. His biggest inspirations are A.M.C. and Current Value. BASS By Banić means banging beats, laughter, and love. For this CLUP night, BASS By Banić will kick off the night with a future house/bass house set to warm up the crowd.

This might just be the best present you will ever get! Come together and dance to the music played by DJ SBB, Bass by Banić and TAXITAXI. See you there!

🎶: Clubnight
📅: 5 dec 2024
📌: Simplon Bovenzaal
🕤: Doors open at 20:30
🎟️: €3,- (link in bio)

🎨: .cat.she

22/11/2024

❗ NEXT THURSDAY:

FAHRENHEIT 251 (.251):

Fahrenheit 251 is a multi-format band led by drummer/composer Bruno Timarchi. Its name comes from a mix of Ray Bradbury’s novel “Fahrenheit 451” -where there’s a constant book burning to prevent people from being educated- and one of jazz’s most typical harmonic progressions, the almighty II-V-I. This combination expresses the ambivalence of destroying or decomposing something to make it yours and, in doing so, giving old concepts a fresh perspective.

Fahrenheit 251 is fueled by curiosity, observation of life and human behavior, and a playful attitude. “Scream! Dance Rejoice” is the band’s first album, due to be released on December 1st, 2024. The band delivers “Flammable jazz for your sexy veins”—if that doesn’t convince you to catch their performance at Simplon UP, nothing will!

JENESON/MARKUNAITE QUARTET:

The Jeneson/Markunaite Quartet was born from the collaboration between Dutch jazz saxophonist Jan Jeneson and Lithuanian pianist/keyboardist Lija Markunaite. Both musicians study jazz at the Prins Claus Conservatorium, but are also inspired by a wide range of musical styles beyond traditional jazz. With their quartet, consisting of Jan Jeneson (tenor saxophone), Lija Markunaite (keys), Stilyan Radev (bass), and Reinis Baltins (drums), they bring together all these influences into a dynamic fusion, with jazz as the guiding thread.

Expect a set of groovy jazz music infused with influences from hip-hop, house, dub, funk, fusion, and much more. The band plays only original compositions, much of which are driven by live improvisation. This ensures that every performance is a unique musical experience that can take any direction. You can dance, hip-hop heads will start to bob, but sometimes the music unexpectedly shifts into something small and intimate.

Alongside the acts, .online will tie this evening together with some lovely tunes.

🎶: Jazz
📅: 28 nov 2024
📌: Simplon Bovenzaal
🕤: Doors open at 20:30
🎟️: €3,- (link in bio)

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15/11/2024

❗NEXT THURSDAY:

RADIANT SCULPTURES ():

Radiant Sculptures is an alternative rock band from Emmen, featuring Angelo (bassist), Jordi (drummer), Nick (guitarist), and Zoey (singer). The band was formed in 2022 in order to prepare for a jam session at a music festival named “Reconnect” in Groningen. After their first performance,the members unanimously decided to continue working together.

Their music blends indie, shoegaze, postpunk, garage rock, dream pop, and more. Their sound ranges from harsh, dark, and noisy tones reminiscent of Courtney Love to dreamy, mesmerizing chords with a talk-singing style inspired by Mazzy Star, Sonic Youth, and Pixies. Looking ahead, Radiant Sculptures plans to release a single in 2025 as part of their upcoming album.

PROM VAGABONDS ():

Prom Vagabonds are a four-piece Postpunk band and the authors of a universe of visual sonic stories, told through the music they make, the themed costumes they wear and the performances they deliver. They invite you to enter their theatrical world to connect with the raw, vulnerable and nostalgic stories they tell.

Entrancing, as through casting a spell, Prom Vagabonds takes the audience onto an unpredictable yet cohesive journey. The experience may contain intense sounds of doom, a careful balance of rage and humor, or hypnotic and emotional ballads.

With every performance, they create a unique cathartic chaos that allows all emotions to wax and wane freely. But this chaos is never random, each story is part of their ever-expanding universe. Prom Vagabonds invites all to join their journey.

Alongside the acts, DJ Ad-dy will sew the night together with some lovely records.

🎶: Postpunk, Indie, Shoegaze
📅: 21 nov 2024
📌: Simplon Bovenzaal
🕤: Doors open at 20:30
🎟️: €3,- (link in bio)

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01/11/2024

❗NEXT THURSDAY:

GEESTDRIFT (.music):

Geestdrift: A feeling of joyful and emotional engagement. Geestdrift has had a fiery start, already playing at the Melkweg (Amsterdam) and taking home the first prize at the Kunstbende 2024 competition. This four-member band makes Dutch alternative music with a hint of punk. This past summer, they toured festivals such as Hongerige Wolf and Noorderzon, and now they’ve landed here with us in the upstairs hall of UP. Get ready for an evening of pure and raw energy.

“Her dreamy guitars slice through your reality with enigmatic drums and a driving bass, while her lyrics bombard you with countless questions, just before leaving you with only a handful of potential answers.”

MIEZER (.band):

Miezer is a q***r indie rock trio from Groningen. They take you on an introspective journey through the shadowy corners but also the more exciting moments of life. Their Dutch lyrics explore themes such as love, loss, and longing. After previously conquering the VERA downstage, Miezer now visits UP, inviting everyone to join them on their journey.

Alongside the acts, DJ Lunacious will spin some lovely tunes during the evening. 💃

🎶: Indie, Alternative
📅: 7 nov 2024
📌: Simplon Bovenzaal
🕤: Doors open at 20:30
🎟️: €3,- (link in bio)

🎨: .cat.she

25/10/2024

❗️NEXT THURSDAY:

HIDDEN GIANTS ():

Hidden Giants is an experienced DIY indie pop band from Groningen. They first started as a duo in a home studio, and have grown into an active, full band. In their songs - by the way, self-written and self-produced! - you can hear the inspiration of musical geniuses like Jeff Buckley, Radiohead, Snow Patrol and Saybia. The musicians from Hidden Giants have been working on the release of their first full band DIY album, “We Are The Ocean,” with successful national and international releases of the singles “Silent Waters,” “Call It A Day” and “Brand New”. The title is based on the quote by writer Ryunosuke Satoro: ‘Individually, we are one drop. Together, we are an ocean.’ ‘We Are The Ocean’ refers to the band: stronger together than alone. But in the songs, they address that theme more broadly, focusing on society and the world. ‘Have faith in each other, respect other people’s opinions or peculiarities, have an eye for the beautiful little things and don’t give up when things get tough. Together we can make something beautiful out of life,’ Hidden Giants said. The album will be available to listen to via all streaming services starting in late October.

Admire many of Hidden Giants’ songs and let them take you through their lyrics on October 31 at Simplon UP!

MOMSNAME ():

Serene singing supplemented with a dreamy and melancholic sound with a psychedelic edge. They take you along to a soft, healing, but also sad place. MOMSNAME isn’t afraid to talk about vulnerability, because to heal you first need to acknowledge the dark parts of your self.

Alongside the acts, DJ will spin some lovely tunes during the evening. 🪩

🎶: Indierock, Neosoul
📅: 31 okt 2024
📌: Simplon Bovenzaal
🕤: Doors open at 20:30
🎟️: €3,- (link in bio)

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18/10/2024

❗NEXT THURSDAY:

JADI D ():

In Jadi D’s music, her femininity is a core element. With her enchanting voice and disarming character, the Dutch-Moroccan singer quickly wins you over. Her sound is a mix of alternative R&B with an eccentric twist, taking you on her healing journey. She aims to show that you can be powerful even when you allow yourself to be vulnerable.

In 2021, she was the most booked Hip-hop/R&B artist during the Popronde, after which she performed at events like the Bevrijdingsfestival and ESNS24 in her hometown Groningen. About her show at Simplon, 3voor12 Groningen wrote: “Jadi embodies, both in her music and in her presence on stage, the current zeitgeist that prioritizes self-acceptance, self-love, and inclusivity for all genders and bodies. But it’s not just this message that makes the show good; her voice is also incredibly strong.” With her new live show and band, Jadi D is ready to share her sound and message with everyone.

LAURIE ANN (.ann.music):

Laurie Ann is a 23-year-old musician from Groningen. In her music, influenced by artists like KALEO and Aurora, she explores themes such as accepting the darker sides of life and regaining self-confidence.

An energetic set that gets the crowd moving—that’s what you can expect from Bigbeefsauce, Exmore, and Laurie Ann when they hit the stage. The three young musicians, hailing from Friesland and Groningen, bring a unique mix of styles. Rapper Bigbeefsauce sets the tone with his Dutch/hip-hop style, while Laurie Ann’s hypnotic melodies and infectious dreampop hooks make each track unforgettable. Exmore, behind the turntables, adds an irresistible vibe with live instruments and danceable music. This year, they performed at EM2, Kleine Prijs, HarFest, and Noorderzon. It all looks effortless on stage. With dance and constant interaction, the audience feels truly engaged. Their tracks explore embracing the darker sides of life, love, and looking ahead. Find your own Paradise with Laurie Ann @ UP!

Alongside the acts, DJ Meerikdo will spin some lovely tunes during the evening.

🎶: R&B
📅: 24 okt 2024
📌: Simplon Bovenzaal
🕤: Doors open at 20:30
🎟️: €3,-

🎨: .jpeg

27/09/2024

❗NEXT THURSDAY

Waterleaf (.official):

Funky, electronic sounds with a mesmerizing voice. Fans of LaFemme and L’imperatrice will love this energetic band that produces songs about everyday life, love, and longing. Waterleaf’s music provides a soundtrack for those who seek an escape from everydays’ life hustle. After many shows in The Netherlands and abroad, they now bring their energy to us in Simplon!

Claudie ():

OuiOui, pop en Francais! Fans of l’impératrice and Juliette Armanet will love this Parisian duo that shares stories about love and rendezvous through their joyful and catchy music in French. Their music style is alternative pop, mixed with electronic sounds. They already released two singles, and with many more to come, they are ready to dance with us in Groningen.

Alongside these great acts, will tie the night together with her amazing DJ skills 🎧

🎶: Synthpop
📅: 3 okt 2024
📌: Simplon Bovenzaal
🕤: Doors open at 20:30
🎟️: €3,- (link in bio)

🎨: .cat.she

22/09/2024

❗This thursday❗️

Naduah ():

Humble and honest lyrics that make you giggle and blush. Naduah brings an irresistible dance beat that reminds us of a mix between Froukje and Merol. Having already rocked the stages of Lowlands and ESNS, Naduah is now gearing up to electrify Simplon Up!

Oxar ():

A great dance-beat embellished with a beautiful voice and spot-on rap. Oxar raps and sings about subjects that others don’t dare to touch. He lets you know that it’s okay to feel like s**t and embrace it by dancing to it. Oxar just released his first EP, so get ready for a great party filled with new music!

Alongside the acts, DJ duo Vinyl Fantasy will fill the night with dancable pop tunes.

🎶: Pop
📅: 26 sep 2024
📌: Simplon Bovenzaal
🕤: Doors open at 20:30
🎟️: €3,- (link in bio)

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16/09/2024

❗️This thursday: + & + DJ B.E.N.

BOFFUH:

BOFFUH is a collective that creatively blends different styles, including HipHop, dance-house and everything in between. The 22-year-old boys from Groningen initially came together after school to have fun and experiment with making music. Out of this shared passion for music, BOFFUH was born, featuring Jibbe Laansma (JLproductions), Ties van der Bles (Bles), Lennart van der Wal (Leendert) and Jelmer Heeringa (Zalmpie). Each member brings something unique to the table: Jibbe, with his wide arsenal of music types, Bles, who is not afraid to play with words, Leendert, who shares his turbulent life through his lyrics, and Zalmpie, whos uptempo house was key to BOFFUH’s hit track: Racefiets. BOFFUH has earned a spot in studentbangers playlists, has performed at lustrum parties at student associations, and you’ll see them many more times. Even better, they are coming to Simplon UP! Bring your friends and come dance to songs like ‘Riet Er In’ and ‘Wat Is Wat’!

POELIER EN KUÒ:

Poelier and KUÒ contribute significantly to the scene with their lyrical highs, rawness and personal stories. When the beat drops in songs like ‘Lastig Hè,’ ‘Willem IV’ or ‘Alles Is Genoeg’, you inevitably go dancing. These gentlemen have dropped two albums in one year: in 2023 they released the album Noorderlicht, followed by NU/NOOIT. Their quality hip-hop, influenced by different styles such as opera, soul and jazz is fully expressed on these albums. Enjoy the gripping lyrics and beats that Poelier and KUÒ perform live to the audience at Simplon UP!

Alongside the acts, DJ B.E.N will spin some tunes during the evening.

🎶: Hip-Hop
📅: 19 sep 2024
📌: Simplon Bovenzaal
🕤: Doors open at 20:30

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09/09/2024

❗This thursday: + + DJ Djürüm

HAITZE ():

When HAITZE first touched an electric guitar, he was instantly transported to another world. A place where introverts take the spotlight, and everyone is equal. However, the stigma around “masculinity” troubles him. No matter how you identify, we all possess both masculine and feminine energies, complementing and strengthening each other. Yet many men hide their feminine side, fearing it will be seen as “weak.” HAITZE wants to remind you that it’s okay to be afraid.

Let yourself be carried away into this world by the sounds of fresh Dutch Indie Pop.

LauLau ():

LauLau blends intense euphoria with pounding danceability into monster hits that drown in a sea of synthesizers. He sings with deadly seriousness about being addicted to YouTube, cat videos, and fitness blogs, about friends who don’t call back, about trying to escape his problems in a forest, and about wanting to dance just a little bit longer.

LauLau wants you to believe in yourself, find your strength, and have an outlet. LauLau is a one-man wall of sound, mixing electroclash, synthpop, hip hop, and dance, on top of which you’ll be standing as you lose yourself on this night at Simplon UP.

Alongside the acts, DJ Djürüm will tie the evening together with some grooving tunes.

🎶: Nederpop
📅: 12 sep 2024
📌: Simplon Bovenzaal
🕤: Doors open at 20:30

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02/09/2024

+ Kilo +++ + DJ Pocketbread.

Hello dear friends, hope you all had a nice summer. We’re kicking things off at UP again this thursday! And we have some great acts lined up.

Taupe

Taupe are a British non-jazz trio, believing that taking risks only works if you’re willing to fail, and the band shares an understanding that there’s no wrong way to play. A decade of friendship has conjured a spooky telekinesis that anchors the band, even when their improvisations teeter on the edge of total collapse. The three-piece are an explosive live band, veering from taut metronomic precision into intentionally turbulent, unchartered territory. A DIY ethos feeds their wonky compositions, colliding sour scatter-skronk with sludgy, doom-inspired riffs, as showcased in their anarchic debut album, Fill Up Your Lungs and Bellow (2017). Their latest album Not Blue Light (2020) is Taupe’s boldest record yet, inspired by the night when their car was almost stolen. Their exhilarating sense of discovery has earned them support from the likes of BBC 6 Music’s Freak Zone and BBC Radio 3’s Late Junction and Freeness, as well as support slots with acts such as Deerhoof, Richard Dawson & Circle and Melt Banana. Fizzing with ideas, Taupe are a non-jazz band that prizes surprise over any specific sound.

Kilo +++

Kilo+++ is a DIY and avant-garde electropunk two-piece from Groningen. Delightfully camp, Kilo+++ demonstrates urgency through electronics, bordering on eggpunk with
analog synthesizer and drum machine sounds, super special samples, and signal-splitted guitar. Kilo+++ is the newest conceptual utterance from The Hands Off Project, which is an independent punk organization founded by members Tim Daniël Stienstra and Janneke de Boer. The Hands Off Project (T.H.O.P) has played the music of Kilo+++ at T.H.O.P. 06 in Vera before, but now it’s time to take the stage of Simplon UP!

DJ Pocketbread will also be in the house to provide you with some lovely tunes during the evening.

🎶: Jazz, Electro Punk
📅: 5 sep 2024
📌: Simplon Bovenzaal
🕤: Doors open at 20:30

🎨: .cat.she

19/07/2024

Op zoek naar een podium?

Simplon UP biedt de mogelijkheid voor beginnende artiesten om stappen op de ladder van de muzikale sector te zetten. Elke donderdagavond zullen twee artiesten/bands en een DJ een avondvullend programma neerzetten in onze knusse bovenzaal. Het is de perfecte manier als artiest om jouw muziek en vaardigheden op het podium over te brengen. Daarnaast is het ook een prachtige kans om nieuwe muziek te ontdekken.

Afgelopen seizoen was een groot succes, waarin we een zeer gevarieerd en talentvol programma hebben aangeboden. Dit proeft naar meer, dus gaan we er komend seizoen alles op zetten om die overtreffende trap te behalen.

Geïnteresseerd geraakt? Stuur dan een DM of een mailtje naar [email protected] met jouw muziek en wie weet sta je aankomend seizoen op ons podium te knallen!

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17/05/2024

Deze editie van UP wordt buitengewoon, wonderbaarlijk en extra speciaal.

De vloer van het Simplon UP podium leent zich niet alleen voor muziek dit keer, maar ook voor een korte theaterperformance van de Card Bored Kids: twee kinderen, één fort en lawaaierige attributen. Ook in het café is deze avond niet alleen een dj aanwezig maar ook een kunstexpositie en -markt van verschillende studenten van Minerva.
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Qua muziek zal huny langskomen, ook bekend als Luz Mercedes, die je uitnodigt om mee te gaan op diens fijngevoelige reis van vervagende werkelijkheid en verbeelding. Experimentele geluidskunst met een mix van etherische zang en synthetische texturen verkennen kwetsbaarheid door te raken aan thema’s uit de kindertijd, het sublieme, trauma en veerkracht. Live visuals worden verzorgd door Nongalant.
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Cymbaline is een duo uit Utrecht dat muziek maakt met analoge synthesizers, oude krakende drumcomputers en lo-fi vocalen. Met een voorliefde voor de underground uit de jaren ’70 weten ze een geluid neer te zetten dat doet denken aan Britse new wave en Duitse krautrock. Kortom: duister en recalcitrant, maar vooral ook melancholisch.

Je wil deze extravaganza niet missen, dus zet de UP van 23 mei extra groot in je agenda dit keer!

Ticket €3,- 🎟️
23 mei // Start 20:30 🕣
New wave // Electronic sound art
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