Open stage Op de Ring

SWAN, short for Song Writers Amsterdam Noord, is an inspiring initiative that’s been running for 13 years with great dedication from Annette Vogel. What began in Noorderpark found new homes at Expocafé Zamen and later at De VerbroederIJ, where it continues to offer a stage for talented singer-songwriters from the region.

Lorrèn is a singer-songwriter from Amsterdam with a warm, soulful voice that blends jazz and modern pop effortlessly. Raised in a musical family, she honed her talent with Wicked Jazz Sounds, enchanting audiences with her powerful and sparkling vocals.

The Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, founded in 1888, is world-renowned for its distinctive sound and wide-ranging repertoire. Performing under the baton of the world’s leading conductors and soloists, the orchestra plays in Amsterdam’s Concertgebouw and major concert halls around the globe.

SonPaTí is an Amsterdam-based band bursting with the vibrant energy of Cuban music. Their sound fuses the warm rhythms of Son — Cuba’s signature street music — with influences from New York and jazz, creating a danceable and deeply joyful vibe.

SIMONE is a singer-songwriter and producer who wraps you in charm and soul. Simone ten Brinke is a creative spirit with a vivid imagination. Her lyrics flirt with fantasy, but always stay grounded in real emotion — a beautiful balance of dreamy and true.

Luipaard is a Dutch-language band from Amsterdam that lights up every stage. Their songs are danceable, cheeky, and full of relatable stories. At Op de Ring, they’ll bring their swinging ode to the Javastraat — and leave everyone smiling.

Moanzy makes catchy emo pop he likes to call Sad & Simple, powered by a high-energy live show where the crowd decides what’s next. Starting in Leiden, he became a regular in the Amsterdam music scene — and even performs in Japan every year.

WiseFlower Band was born on the stages of Amsterdam. With members from the Netherlands, Greece, Mexico, and Hungary, they deliver original songs in a colorful blend of blues, gospel, and funky rock ‘n’ roll — always full of soul and groove.

Any Weird Stuff is a high-energy party band serving up pop, rock, and indie covers with infectious enthusiasm. From Elvis to Amy Winehouse and Britney Spears, their wildly versatile setlist keeps the crowd dancing and singing.