SMANDEM.

Amsterdam based SMANDEM. proves that an incredible skill set and an openminded approach causes genre distinctions to blur into pure energy. Inspired by the likes of Herbie Hancock, Christian Scott and Wayne Shorter as well as Travis Scott and Drake, the four- friend-strong collective produces a sound that is deeply rooted into the jazz tradition, yet it doesn’t restrain to any style boundaries or formal etiquette. Including features by Herbie Hancock flutist Elena Pinderhughes (USA) and NL based talent Pink Oculus, their debut EP called ‘Self-Titled.’ - set to release on Super-Sonic Records early 2021 - exemplifies best what this free-spirited mandem is up to. 
 SMANDEM. - consisting of Aäron Bouwman (Bass), David Nino van der Grinten (Keys), Rafael Devante Sinay (Guitar) and Kick Woudstra (Drums). They were quick to find out that they shared a similar perspective and were meant to play with each other. Their stunning synergy even got picked up by Kelly Coker, dean of New Yorks famous New School of Jazz and Contemporary, quoting; “There’s never a feeling of trying too hard and that made it an absolute joy to listen to you. You guys don’t sound like Weather Report, but feel like Weather Report”. Getting support from several local Amsterdam platforms such as Super-Sonic Jazz and the Keep An Eye Foundation, SMANDEM. sets out on a journey of becoming a vanguard in modern day music.