Their albums "Livewire" (produced by George Kooymans) and "2 Meter Sessions" are legendary. "Hurt" is on the list of their most beautiful songs ever. Sjako! is a Dutch band known for its eclectic and versatile musical style. Their music can be described as a mix of various genres, including rock, pop, funk, and jazz.
With a digital compilation released in 2014 (featuring classics as well as remastered recordings, live and previously unreleased material), the band went on tour. 2016 marked a milestone in two respects: Sjako! celebrated its 35th anniversary and the release of their tenth full-length album, The 10th . This proved to be the prelude to their rebirth. A series of highly successful club tours followed, culminating in the inevitable reunion of the three original members for the Back To Trio tour in 2023. The double album The Best Of Sjako! was released on Record Store Day.
Because they don't know when to stop, Wouter Planteijdt (vocals, guitar), Jaap Vrenegoor (drums), and Thijs Vermeulen (bass) will be back on stage in 2026. With a new double album under their belt, no less! Come see, come hear.
For the story behind the story, there's the five-part podcast "Soloing is not your thing."