Stereo Color tour
Mercy John is forging an exciting new path. After years of making a name for themselves in the Americana scene, he and his band deliver an energetic blend of pop, rock, and indie music made for pop stages and festivals. Think powerful choruses, driving rhythms, and infectious energy. With the occasional hint of Springsteen and an 80s synthesizer.

The new album, produced by Peter Slager (Bløf) and mixed by Huub Reijnders (Di-rect, Rondé, among others), elevates Mercy John's music to a new creative level . The songs on the album are a direct link to the contradictions in Mercy John's life: extroverted on stage, introverted and modest in everyday life. Colorful songs with an undertone of despair and black-and-white thinking.

The contrast can be stark, as evidenced by the life of the man behind Mercy John: John Verhoeven. Born in the Brabant countryside with a "just act normal" mentality, he ultimately co-wrote Danny Vera's mega-hit "Roller Coaster."

The new sound on the new album comes to life thanks to the six-piece Mercy John band, consisting of Rolf Verbaant (guitar), Kirsten Boersma (keyboards), Tom Zwaans (bass), Lynyrd Denissen (drums), and Aike van de Crommert (synths). They give the songs a layered harmony, power where needed, but also depth and tension .

Starting in August 2025, the first new singles will be released, putting Mercy John back on the map. The album, explosive, fresh, and perfect for live experiences, will follow at the end of October. This is perfect timing, as Mercy John and his band will be touring clubs throughout the Netherlands starting in January 2026.