Always yellow, group with "cult" status from its beginnings, Seeing itself today plebisicate in the Live International circuit. Its mixture of explosive and urban styles, sung in several languages, is appreciated by the public and the press far beyond Belgian borders. With the energy of a rock group (without guitars!)), The pleasure of improvisation of a jazz combo, The open -mindedness of world music and the charisma of street musicians, They consider the state of the world in a poetic and relevant way. Add to that a pinch of typically Brussels self -mockery and the recipe is complete.
The unique identity of yellow still is reflected in the committed texts of the singer-accordionist Piet Maris. Thanks to its cultural and social diversity, Brussels offers them an inexhaustible source of social themes to be dealt with. But what we hear above all, It’s an optimistic sound that persuades us that another world is possible. Rather a fist in the air than a raised finger.
With the many live services of the group, The musicians have become more and more disciplined, Always staying ready to improvise. The concerts of yellow always are very lively and festive, By avoiding clichés and without losing musicality. Music that invites us to dance until we have a pain in the feet, But who also deserves to be listened to more carefully. Like their latest Europeana album (2018) for example.
Here is real Europeana: Kick-Ass Roots played on accordion, battery, bass and brass, live from the heart of Europe. Without linguistic borders with words in French, in English and Dutch. Songs pointed, Punky attitude, Drum & Brass, Balkan delirium, Dub of Belgian accordions and ska.