Distel

**Distel** is a Dutch post-punk outfit known for their raw, gritty sound and introspective lyricism. Hailing from the Netherlands, the band emerged in the late 2010s with a DIY ethos, blending jagged guitar riffs, driving rhythms, and haunting vocals that channel the urgency of classic post-punk while carving out their own moody niche. Tracks like "A Knife in Sound" and "Wapens" showcase their knack for combining bleak, atmospheric textures with punchy, visceral energy, while releases like "Zand" and "Nadagen" lean into hypnotic, minimalist grooves.

Though notoriously tight-lipped about their personal lives, Distel’s music often grapples with themes of existential dread, societal decay, and emotional turbulence, delivered in both Dutch and English. Their independent streak and underground credibility have earned them a cult following in Europe’s alternative scene, with live shows that crackle with unpolished intensity. If their recent work (like the brooding "Puur") is any indication, they’re committed to keeping post-punk’s rebellious spirit alive—one distorted riff at a time.