HARLEM LAKE (NL) - The Mirrored Mask Tour 2025
11/12/2025
at 8:00 PM
/ Erfurt
Harlem Lake – Blues, Rock 'n' Soul from the Netherlands
Harlem Lake is a Dutch band known for their cross-genre mix of rock, Americana, soul, and blues, creating a timeless sound steeped in authenticity and emotional depth. Since their formation in 2017, the band has built a loyal fanbase in Europe with their powerful live performances and unique ability to blend genres. Harlem Lake draws from the 'soulfulness' of blues, the storytelling of Americana, and the raw energy of rock. Driven by a deep commitment to honest expression, Harlem Lake creates music that encourages listeners to embrace their own truths in a world often dominated by facades.
The current lineup of the band – Ashley de Jong (lead vocals), Dave Warmerdam (keyboard), Sonny van den Berg (guitar), Kjelt Ostendorf (bass), and Benjamin Torbijn (drums) – brings a dynamic and emotional energy to their songs and live shows. Harlem Lake conquered the European stages after winning the European Blues Challenge in 2022. Harlem Lake is known for their engaging, personal connection with the audience, and the shows are full of spontaneity, making each performance feel like a unique experience.
The music of Harlem Lake addresses themes such as authenticity, connection, and self-expression, with a particular focus on breaking down taboos and promoting freedom of identity. Their debut album A Fool’s Paradise, Vol. 1, dealt with these themes, exploring the facades people build and emphasizing the value of sincerity and vulnerability. This dedication to authenticity has resonated with the fans of Harlem Lake, who in turn find recognition and comfort in the band’s lyrics and stories.
Their latest album The Mirrored Mask, which was released on September 27, 2023, by Jazzhaus Records, builds on this foundation. The songs of the album – from the powerful anthem "Carry On" and the funk-driven "Fooled Again" to the 'road-trip-worthy' "Crying in a Desert" – highlight the development and versatility of the band with influences from rock, Americana, soul, and blues. Each song captures a unique emotion, from the intimate, folk-inspired ballad "The Thought of You" to the complex musical journey of the title track "The Mirrored Mask."
As Harlem Lake continues to tour across Europe, they invite listeners to dive into their rich, multifaceted sound and experience live their world where rock, Americana, soul, and blues come together.
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Copyright: Credit by: Maaike Ronhaar
Doors open: 19:00 PM
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