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Selma Peelen
~ Dark Folk Fury ~
Selma’s music is largely characterized by a feeling of melancholy, with a healthy dose of anger and fury. Fragile and powerful at the same time, she surprises with original melodic lines and changes in dynamics. Her voice, with a wide range, can blow you away. Edgy lyrics and captivating live performances top it off.
Her music is a unique blend of genres. It combines elements of folk, dark wave, and alternative pop, with a hint of Mediterranean music. She has created a sound that is both unique and timeless. Her songs are deeply personal and often touch on themes of feminism, sexual freedom, and self-discovery, dealing with adversity and, of course, the torments of love. Her music is greatly inspired by – amongst others – PJ Harvey, Chelsea Wolfe, Emma Ruth Rundle, and 16 Horsepower.
Selma began performing live in her teens, playing small gigs and open mics, first around the city of Amsterdam, but soon across the Netherlands. After honing her craft and developing her unique sound, Selma released her first DIY album, "Umbrellas," in 2008, and in 2014 she released "Crossing the Rubicon" (ETF Records), the latter inspired by a bad breakup. After nine years of relative silence, Selma will release a new body of work: on the 15th of September, the album ‘Like Armour’ will be released online.
She continues to push herself creatively, always looking for new ways to capture emotions through her art. Her live performances are full of emotion, with Selma pouring her heart and soul into every song. She has performed for over twenty years at many festivals and venues, building a small yet dedicated following of fans who connect with her music on a deep level. Since this year, Selma performs with bass player Iris van Huis and drummer Sophie Neijts, a new and exciting collaboration.
~ Dark Folk Fury ~
Selma’s music is largely characterized by a feeling of melancholy, with a healthy dose of anger and fury. Fragile and powerful at the same time, she surprises with original melodic lines and changes in dynamics. Her voice, with a wide range, can blow you away. Edgy lyrics and captivating live performances top it off.
Her music is a unique blend of genres. It combines elements of folk, dark wave, and alternative pop, with a hint of Mediterranean music. She has created a sound that is both unique and timeless. Her songs are deeply personal and often touch on themes of feminism, sexual freedom, and self-discovery, dealing with adversity and, of course, the torments of love. Her music is greatly inspired by – amongst others – PJ Harvey, Chelsea Wolfe, Emma Ruth Rundle, and 16 Horsepower.
Selma began performing live in her teens, playing small gigs and open mics, first around the city of Amsterdam, but soon across the Netherlands. After honing her craft and developing her unique sound, Selma released her first DIY album, "Umbrellas," in 2008, and in 2014 she released "Crossing the Rubicon" (ETF Records), the latter inspired by a bad breakup. After nine years of relative silence, Selma will release a new body of work: on the 15th of September, the album ‘Like Armour’ will be released online.
She continues to push herself creatively, always looking for new ways to capture emotions through her art. Her live performances are full of emotion, with Selma pouring her heart and soul into every song. She has performed for over twenty years at many festivals and venues, building a small yet dedicated following of fans who connect with her music on a deep level. Since this year, Selma performs with bass player Iris van Huis and drummer Sophie Neijts, a new and exciting collaboration.
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