Marlon Pichel

The Upcoming King of Rock & Soul
Presented by LantarenVenster & BIRD

To sing soul, you need to have soul — conviction, grit, and a voice that carries both. And that’s exactly what Marlon Pichel delivers. With a deep love for southern soul from the sixties — think Otis Redding and Wilson Pickett — Marlon commands the stage with effortless charisma.

In February, he kicks off his long-awaited club tour in his hometown Rotterdam to celebrate the release of his new album Took You to the Movies. The singing drummer moves seamlessly between soul and rock’n’roll, delivering a raw, rhythm-driven sound that feels timeless yet refreshingly modern.

Following his debut Good Ol’ Loving (2023), Marlon quickly became a crowd favourite across radio, television, and festival stages. With his tight rhythm section, bold horn players and unmistakable energy, he brings shows filled with soul, passion and nostalgia. Now, he returns with a new album, a new show — and the same unstoppable drive. This Rotterdam gig is a true homecoming.

Line-up:
Marlon Pichel – vocals, drums
Paul van de Calseijde – tenor saxophone
Frank Groenendijk – baritone saxophone
Bart van der List – trumpet
Marc Jansen – guitar, vocals
Stan de Kaaij – guitar, keys, vocals
Brian Kruit – bass, vocals

Date: Friday 20 February 2026
Time: 20:00
Tickets: €19 (incl. €3 service fee)
Note: Mostly standing concert. Limited balcony seating available.

Organised by LantarenVenster & BIRD.