Nits

Nits are a quirky Dutch art-pop band that’s been crafting imaginative music since forming in Amsterdam in 1974. Fronted by singer-songwriter Henk Hofstede, the group started with playful new wave vibes but evolved into masters of poetic, genre-blending soundscapes. Known for clever lyrics and surreal imagery, their early hits like “Nescio” and “In the Dutch Mountains” made them cult favorites in Europe. Over decades, they’ve embraced everything from minimalist piano ballads to lush orchestral arrangements, earning praise for their restless creativity.

Still active today, Nits keep surprising fans with albums like *NEON* (2020) and *Angst* (2012), blending introspective storytelling with avant-garde whimsy. Their recent work—including *Tree House Fire* (2023) and *Pockets of Rain* (2022)—shows their knack for turning everyday moments into art-pop gems. With Hofstede’s warm vocals and their knack for visual storytelling (their concerts feel like moving paintings!), Nits remain one of Europe’s most enduringly unique bands, still planting weird little seeds in the indie underground.

Genres

Nederpop

Chamber Pop

Art Pop

Experimental

Alternative

Indie Pop

Folk

Rock

Avant-garde

Minimalism

New Wave

Orchestral Music

Related Artists

XTC

Talking Heads

Crowded House

The Waterboys

Squeeze

Phoebe Bridgers

The Police

Depeche Mode

Alphaville

Sufjan Stevens

Bon Iver

New Order

Latest Release

Month of May

Nits

Single - Released September 20, 2024