On his fourth album, the Dordt-based Niels Littooij alias Nielson reflects on being in his thirties. He does so with alternately danceable and restrained songs. As on predecessor
Diamond (2018), Nielson exposes himself, but the main difference this time is that things are more festive. The heaviness of his previous album is thankfully gone. That makes Niels a collection of genial songs in which the
… singer-songwriter takes a contemplative approach. Comparing yourself to others, achieving things and having relationships as a thirty-something are central to Niels, which Nielson impresses with lighthearted and compelling songs. (JvQ)more
