4+ (group) performers
Indoor and outdoor
Band
3 hours
Stage of approximately 5x4 meter
NL, EN
NO EXCUSE - Blues/Rock with its own unprecedented American bite, its own unique sound of the best covers ever made and unique interaction with the audience!
NO EXCUSE – Blues/Rock with a unique, unbridled American edge! Cover band NO EXCUSE is a four-piece blues rock group from Barendrecht, founded in October 2015 by Ed Straatman (frontman & vocals) & Bob Straatman (lead guitar and vocals) – Father & Son
After an intensive search and parting ways with a few previous members, they assembled the ideal lineup with Stephan den Ouden (bass) & Jarno Laupman (drums). In a short time, they had already built up a solid & extensive Blues& Rock repertoire and play a mix of well-known and slightly lesser-known, but awesome covers, just as the originals were perhaps intended, set against a bed of solid bass lines, powerful drums, passionate vocals, and shredding guitar work!!
No Excuse is an energetic four-piece blues-rock cover band that sets the stage ablaze with fat riffs, groovy rhythms, and soulful solos. Expect no excuses, just pure passion for music.
With a repertoire that rocks from Stevie Ray Vaughan to John Mayer, from the Red Hot Chili Peppers to Creedence Clearwater Revival, and from Kenny Wayne Shepherd to ZZ Top, we bring a unique mix of American blues, rock, and roots—raw, dynamic, and always “straight from the heart.” U2 fans and lovers of classic vibes, among others, will definitely get their money’s worth. NO EXCUSE knows how to transform every performance into a celebration of familiarity and musicality, perfect for bars, festivals, music events, and everything in between. We don’t play covers—we bring a sound all our own, with character, feel, and live energy.
And “on top of that”: What makes NO EXCUSE truly unique? Their interaction with the audience! No wall between the band and the crowd, but an energetic exchange that turns every performance into an experience.
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Ed Straatman -- Vocals - Percussion
Bob Straatman -- Lead Guitar - Vocals
Stephan de Ouden -- Bass Guitar - Vocals
Jarno Laupman -- Drums
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Reviews
, Baukje
We were able to experience a great evening. NO EXCUSE know how to adapt well to the atmosphere at hand. Our evening was unforgettable and the band contributed to that. I also enjoyed the personal contact beforehand! Toppers!
, Nina
The ladies' team was particularly attentive to the guitarist but fortunately there was also a lot of musical talent! A party. The contact beforehand was also good and clear, very pleasant! If the next booker can arrange a red wine for the drummer please, I have neglected! Sorry about that haha. Thanks guys!
, Henri
A great performance by the band No Excuse. A great audience that moved along to the rhythm of the music, wonderful the real music of the past. Thanks guys for this great performance, we will remember this for a long time. And certainly see you soon. With musical regards, family hendrikx.
, TM
Really pro and client oriented. Top vibes
, Juul
For a party of friends we have booked Coverband NO EXCUSE. The gig was really good
€ 1.000,-
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