Stuurbaard Bakkebaard is a Dutch rock band formed in 1996. Their early work has been frequently compared to artists such as G. Love, Tom Waits and de Kift. The band is known for its unconventional use of their instruments. In their more recent work there is a shift towards an increasing experimental approach. The band is internationally appreciated for their individuality, creativity and stage presentation.
Biography
1996-2002 The first appearance of Stuurbaard Bakkebaard is as a duo. The songs are made up on the spot, while playing. In 1997, the duo added a drummer, and the name Stuurbaard Bakkebaard arises. From its inception the band plays as often as possible. 2001/2002 The first album "Chuck" was released in 2001. First released on the band's own label Chuckophonic, but soon taken over by record label Munich. The band plays frequently with de Kift. Shortly after the release of "Chuck", the band is invited to play at festivals like Lowlands, Noorderslag, Oerol, Crossing Border, Motel Mozaïque and more. In 2002 SBBB regularly shares the stage with Krang, a band featuring Andre Manuel. 2003 In six days time, the second album "Mercedes" is recorded and mixed. The freedom of the live feel is central, a large part of the songwriting occurs during these recordings. Stuurbaard Bakkebaard tours with Norwegian band Kaizers Orchestra. 2004 In the autumn of 2004 following a tour with the band Fokofpolisiekar in South Africa. 2005 Third album "Whistle Dixie" is released in May, followed by an extensive club tour 2006-2008 Stuurbaard Bakkebaard makes music for the Flemish film "C'est arrivé près de chez vous" / also known as "Man Bites Dog", and performs it live in cinemas and clubs. Stuurbaard Bakkebaard contributed to the album "7" of de Kift. The band plays at the French festival "Transmusicales de Rennes". In collaboration with Dutch visual artistRik van Iersel, Stuurbaard Bakkebaard is responsible for setting up the Beukorkest, a project that veers between avant garde, Hip Hop, Trash, Jazz, Roots, Blues and Spoken Word. Up to 15 musicians are invited to a series of collaborative performances, with minimal preparation. These musicians often have very different backgrounds, the experiment is paramount. Members included Johnny Dowd, Gary Lucas, Hakon Gebhart, Kyteman and DJ DNA. DJ DNA is added as a fourth bandmember. 2009 The fourth album "L'Amour" is released. The addition of the beats, scratches and samples of DJ DNA make for a still recognisable, but more "electric" sound.
