Dutch collective.multibeat return with 'OOO' their third album and debut for Sonar Kollektiv. Rooted in Utrecht’s vibrant musical community, the trio of Boudewijn Pleij (keys), Thijs van Zutphen (bass) and Aron Smit (drums) blend hip-hop, jazz and beat culture into a groove-driven sound inspired by artists such as Robert Glasper, J Dilla and the contemporary UK jazz scene.
The three musicians first met while studying at the conservatoire in Utrecht, initially performing as a live backing band under the name Muddy Grease before evolving into a production-focused collective. Over the years they have built a reputation for connecting the worlds of jazz, hip-hop and contemporary beat music through an ever-expanding network of collaborators, while helping to foster a vibrant and experimental local scene around them.
Following their debut album 'Toolbox' (2022), created alongside Dutch beatmaker Noflik, and the acclaimed 'Channel Island' (2024), which featured appearances from Pete Philly, Joya Mooi, GINGE and Marcus“Tennishu” Tenney of Butcher Brown, .multibeat now arrive at their most fully realised statement to date. While the more crossover-oriented 'Have A Nice Weekend' EP hinted at new directions, 'OOO' sees the trio reconnect with the more eclectic and exploratory side of their musical identity.
Collaboration remains central to the album. Featuring contributions from Casiio, Säm Wilder, vAn, TOS, Neema Nekesa, Noflik and longtime collaborator Paul van de Calseijde, the record moves effortlessly between soulful vocal songs, jazz-infused instrumentals and rhythm-driven beat excursions. Tracks such as 'Please Hold Me', 'Hold Me Down' and 'Monochrom' showcase the group’s gift for emotionally resonant songwriting, while pieces like 'Flyyy', 'Use Your Noggin' and 'Rhapsody' highlight the trio’s instinctive chemistry as musicians and producers.
Warm, collaborative and deeply groove-centred, 'OOO' captures .multibeat at their most confident and expansive.
It is an album that honours the collective’s roots in jazz and hip-hop while continuing to push their sound into new and inspiring spaces, a fitting introduction to one of the most exciting young groups to emerge from the Dutch scene in recent years.
The three musicians first met while studying at the conservatoire in Utrecht, initially performing as a live backing band under the name Muddy Grease before evolving into a production-focused collective. Over the years they have built a reputation for connecting the worlds of jazz, hip-hop and contemporary beat music through an ever-expanding network of collaborators, while helping to foster a vibrant and experimental local scene around them.
Following their debut album 'Toolbox' (2022), created alongside Dutch beatmaker Noflik, and the acclaimed 'Channel Island' (2024), which featured appearances from Pete Philly, Joya Mooi, GINGE and Marcus“Tennishu” Tenney of Butcher Brown, .multibeat now arrive at their most fully realised statement to date. While the more crossover-oriented 'Have A Nice Weekend' EP hinted at new directions, 'OOO' sees the trio reconnect with the more eclectic and exploratory side of their musical identity.
Collaboration remains central to the album. Featuring contributions from Casiio, Säm Wilder, vAn, TOS, Neema Nekesa, Noflik and longtime collaborator Paul van de Calseijde, the record moves effortlessly between soulful vocal songs, jazz-infused instrumentals and rhythm-driven beat excursions. Tracks such as 'Please Hold Me', 'Hold Me Down' and 'Monochrom' showcase the group’s gift for emotionally resonant songwriting, while pieces like 'Flyyy', 'Use Your Noggin' and 'Rhapsody' highlight the trio’s instinctive chemistry as musicians and producers.
Warm, collaborative and deeply groove-centred, 'OOO' captures .multibeat at their most confident and expansive.
It is an album that honours the collective’s roots in jazz and hip-hop while continuing to push their sound into new and inspiring spaces, a fitting introduction to one of the most exciting young groups to emerge from the Dutch scene in recent years.
TRACK LISTING
1. Flyyy feat. Casiio
2. Nine / Three
3. Rhapsody
4. Bloom feat. Neema Nekesa & Noflik
5. Outro 1
6. Hold Me Down feat. TOS
7. ...Last Name
8. Send It
9. Please Hold Me feat. Säm Wilder
10. Three / Four
11. OOO
12. Monochrome feat. vAn
13. Outro 2
14. Use Your Noggin
