In collaboration with Amarte Funds, Steppin’ Into Tomorrow is continuing the series of intimate live performances in a fresh new space, Hidden Gem Studio in Amsterdam. Next up: Y.O.P.E. Y.O.P.E. is the musical experiment of bassist Joop de Graaf. Joop is also known for his work with bands such as Brintex Collective, Imaginarium, the Diana Dzhabbar Quartet, and Dandana. Inspired by a wide variety of influences, Joop decided to start his own project together with drummer Luis Possollo. In 2022, he recorded his first EP titled ‘Lost but Here’, which was released on the Wicked Wax label. Now, Y.O.P.E.’s debut album is on the horizon, titled ‘Peer Pleasure’, and set to be released on 26th of February 2025. In this album, the band explores an intriguing electronic world of sounds, with a foundation built on a danceable fusion of improvisation and beat-driven music. "The vision behind the project is to create danceable beat-music where the line between a club experience and a live band blurs. It's a mix of electronic dance music, with the improvisational elements centered more around the bass guitar and drums rather than the usual solo instruments." INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/joopgraafdebass/ SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7Ikgt4I9fVwzmFGCIb0aGX?si=zcW6CI4UTOa24dKnvK7LGA Steppin' Into Tomorrow is the musical doorway for contemporary music with an ear for today's sound. A platform and a community that provides in-depth articles, interviews, radio shows, and events to introduce you to the finest rising talent from Dutch soil and beyond. Hidden Gem Studio was founded in 2022 with the philosophy to create a space within the city where artists can create, record and perform their unique experiences in a homelike and timeless environment. Practical information This will be a performance of +/- 30min that will be filmed and recorded If you're having trouble finding the entrance, see the FAQ for more precise directions Please park your bikes across the street, not in front of the door The event is a shoes off event There will be drinks available for a moderate price If you want to stay connected to our events, sign up to Steppin's and Hidden Gem Studio's newsletters. NEWSLETTER STEPPIN': https://www.steppinintotomorrow.com/subscribe NEWSLETTER HIDDEN GEM: https://www.studiohiddengem.com/ You can also follow us on our socials: Steppin' Into Tomorrow: https://www.instagram.com/steppinintotomorrow/?hl=en Hidden Gem Studio: https://www.instagram.com/studio.hiddengem