STAIRS OR ELEVATOR
Initiated by Dan, the band's main songwriter, the journey of Stairs or Elevator (SOE) began in 2018.
A new chapter started in early 2023 with the arrival of Paulo and Philippe, leading to fresh arrangements of existing songs and the creation of new material.
Though united by a passion for rock, the band members come from diverse musical backgrounds and converge in a "progressive" sound. SOE proudly embraces its "Floydian" and broadly psychedelic influences.
The meaning behind the band’s name, Stairs or Elevator, lies in a simple but powerful metaphor:
Taking the stairs instead of the elevator may seem like a small, everyday choice — but it can symbolize a deeper, philosophical reflection on how daily decisions shape our path, our destiny. It's about different ways of facing challenges and choosing how to move forward.
Through intricate compositions, evocative lyrics, textured soundscapes, and complex rhythms, SOE delivers an energetic and original message, rich in emotional nuance. In 2024, the arrival of Joséphine and Claude F. on vocals marked a turning point, adding new vocal depth and energy to the band’s evolving identity.
Band members:
2017: Daniel Pieknik: bass, vocals, backing tracks
2024: Joséphine Kremer: vocals
2024: Claude Fridrici: vocals
2021: Claude Weiten: keyboards
2022: Paulo Matos: drums
2022: Philippe Guivarch : guitar
MYSTIC LEAVES
The story of Mystic Leaves began in 2025, with a bass and a handpan — and the idea of adding a flute.
The first songs were created by Dan, inspired by and woven together with Joséphine’s ideas. A musical dialogue soon emerged between the flute and voice melodies — a signature element of the band’s sound.
Each piece is grounded by a driving bassline… and who knows what the future will bring?
Mystic Leaves invites you to dream — to drift into a universe where everything feels possible. The songs speak of nature, human strength, and hope. At the heart of the band are Joséphine, Jesse, and Dan. For our debut concert on November 7th in Beaufort, we’re joined by drummer Yves and guitarist Yassine.
Band members:
2025: Daniel Pieknik: bass, vocals, backing tracks
2025: Joséphine Kremer: vocals
2025: Jesse Mortier: flute
2025: Yves Entringer: drums
2025: Yassine Mouaquit: guitar
AFTER TANK
Founded in the summer of 2011, After Tank emerged from the ashes of a former band project.
Guitarist Yves Di Prospero, drummer Christian Sonntag, and bassist Marc Müller decided to reboot.
After just a few jam sessions, they invited Nico Hoffmann to join as lead vocalist. With his powerful lyrics and distinctive voice, Nico gave each song a unique identity. From the very beginning, the band’s sound leaned toward progressive rock – shaped by their own vision and influences.
In 2024, After Tank entered a new chapter. Long-time members Rol Modaff (bass) and Mil Garofalo (guitar) left the band, making space for new creative energy. They were replaced by Dan Pieknik on bass and Claude Weiten on keyboards – a first in the band’s history. The addition of keyboards opened new sonic possibilities and brought a fresh dimension to their compositions. After Tank will unveil this evolved sound live for the first time on November 7th at The Flying Dutchman.
Band members:
2011: Yves Di Prospero: Guitar
2011: Christian Sonntag: drums
2011: Nico Hoffmann: vocals
2024: Claude Weiten: keyboards
2024: Dan Pieknik: bass
Presale: 12€ | Box Office 16€
Doors open at 20:00h
Timetable:
20:00h Doors open - Warm-Up by DJ Erny.
21:00h Concert: AFTER TANK
22:00h Concert: MYSTIC LEAVES
22:35h Concert: STAIRS OR ELEVATOR
23:45h Afterparty with DJ Erny
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