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Marble Tones
9+ albums
blues rockbluesharmonica
about
The MarbleTones is the fifties style bluesband based in the Netherlands that has been rocking the house at many venues and festivals,from Germany to the San Francisco Bay Area (USA) and from Finland to Italy. Singer bass player Anne-Maarten ‘ Hills’ van Heuvelen entertains the audience while laying down a solid groove. Harmonica player Ben ‘The Thumb’ Bouman plays mad and virtuoso solo’s while jumping around and tube amp professor A.J. Folkerts plays some steady guitar and is all about the tasteful solo’s. The newest member of the band is drummer Paolo de Stigter, who joined the band in march 2017. Young of age but with an old bluesheart!! The MarbleTones were founded in 2001 and are back after a period of only playing outside of Holland. Website: Marble Tones Rate Your Music: Marble Tones User-contributed text is available under the Creative Commons By-SA License; additional terms may apply.
why this is interesting
This Dutch ensemble's commitment to authentic 1950s blues aesthetics offers something increasingly rare: a genuine engagement with a musical tradition rather than mere nostalgia. What distinguishes them is their refusal to simplify—the harmonica work displays technical sophistication that respects the genre's improvisational roots, while the guitar approach prioritizes restraint and taste over flashiness. Their international touring record suggests they've discovered something audiences across different cultures recognize as honest. The addition of their newest drummer indicates an evolving lineup that prioritizes musical compatibility, suggesting this isn't a static tribute act but a living, breathing interpretation of blues fundamentals.
