After the demise of the popular duo , Paul de Munnik has developed mainly as a pedigree musician. This singer and songwriter makes no secret that he prefers to make music with a good band and the rest - the attention and the hysteria - can be stolen from him. But yes, with his former partner he has a number of unforgettable hits to his name such as Niet Of Nooit Geweest and Laat Me Slapen. His solo
… work (the duo split in 2016) will always have to measure up to that. He seems to care less about Good Year. His songs hardly deviate from Acda and De Munnik's repertoire, with slightly dramatic vocal lines and lyrics full of cryptically depicted feelings. But the difference is made by a solid band, led by guitarist and producer . They play with a more bluesy and solid live sound. That is to the credit of De Munnik, but it does hinder the hit sensitivity of the repertoire. (MR)more
