About

Four experienced musicians from the Dutch blues scene formed a band that primarily delivers raw and unpolished blues with hints of surf, gospel and haunted tremolo riffs.
Singer and harmonica player Richard Koster and guitarist Roelof Meieringh are the predecessors of the band and lead the undefined path on their musical journey.
Their chemistry on stage comes from years of playing together in various projects where their love for raw and classic blues always dominated.
The rhythm section consists of two heavyweights from the Dutch blues circuit, Jules van Brakel on bass and Chiel ten Vaarwerk on drums.
Following an impressive performance at Moulin Blues their live recording received rave reviews.
In 2025 their first studio album followed: Back on my own - an adventurous and versatile record full of original compositions. This album was recorded at Natural Records in Holland.
In the fall of 2025, the Hoochies won the final of the Dutch blues challenge.
They will represent the Netherlands at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis and the European Blues Challenge in Poland.
Whether it’s a steaming club or a big festival -this band brings the blues with their heart on their sleeve and their soul in every note !

The Hoochies are:
Richard Koster Zang-mondharmonica
Roelof Meijeringh Gitaar
Jules van Brakel Bas
Chiel ten Vaarwerk Drums