Always laugh with Urbanus. The Flemish comedian has been misleading Belgium and the Netherlands for decades with witty comics, theater shows and striking television appearances. The title of his new CD Wan Troe Tie! just read it again calmly and no, it is not a typo. Humor also predominates in his songs. Songs like Madammen Met Een Bontjas (1980) and Bakske Vol Met Stro (1979) are evergreens that
… can still cause a lot of laughter more than thirty years later. The Fleming made these songs with Jean Blaute, who as a guitarist and producer built up an equally impressive career as his humorous friend. K's Choice, Henny Vrienten, Raymond van het Groenewoud and others made use of his services. Blaute also plays a big role on Wan Troe Tie! The album consists of twelve rootsy songs, which would also remain fine as instrumentals. Add to that the disarmed lyrics of Urbanus and you have a great record in your hands. Price number is Marieke Daddyo in which the comedian sings about his daughter and shows his emotional side. (JE)more
