Between Cities is a Dutch alt-rock duo blending the emotional intensity of post-hardcore and emo with sharp, song-first pop sensibilities. Their sound is built around big, atmospheric hooks wrapped in heavy guitars, drawing comparisons to acts like Holding Absence, Dayseeker, and Caskets, while always keeping melody at the core. 

 

The band consists of vocalist/guitarist Nick Jongenjan and drummer/backing vocalist Gijs de Waal, who together have crafted a sound that is both cinematic and hard-hitting. Modern, heartfelt, and unafraid to blur genre lines.

That vision has quickly translated into tangible momentum. Their latest singles, produced and mixed by UK producer Dan Weller, tripled the band’s monthly listeners and streaming numbers, marking a major turning point in their trajectory. The release led to a successful European support run with Hands Like Houses.

 

Earlier, the duo played their very first support shows as a band: a fully sold-out Dutch tour opening ten venues nationwide for rock phenomenon The Dirty Daddies, a rare milestone for an act still in its early stages.
 

Beyond the stage, Between Cities has gained strong traction online and in the media, earning placements on major editorial playlists including Spotify New Music Friday, alongside dozens of independent curations. The band also made a national television appearance on Dutch TV with their own rendition of Iris, reaching a multi-million audience.

 

With new Dan Weller–produced tracks on the way, Between Cities is determined to make more waves in the world of heavy music & to be loud about what matters.