Paardcafé: The Woods & Salesmen
Thursday 27 November 2025
THE WOODS is a modern blues-rock band from Groningen, founded in 2016. They play a fusion of 70s rootsy rock, soul, and blues. Lead singer and guitarist Joris Bos has been writing music and touring since he was 15. Their songs are characterized by soulful vocals and melodic solos with booming keyboards.
The Woods is an experienced band that enjoys making music together. They bring a full load of enthusiasm to the stage. The Woods has released three EPs: Stone Cold (2019), Hurricane (2021), and Good to See You (2024). The Woods are Joris Bos (vocalist/guitarist), Martijn Drijfhout (bass/vocals), Johan Zielstra (keys), and Pieter Dokter (drums/percussion).
SALESMEN is a four-piece rock band formed in The Hague in 2020. They first took to the stage in 2022 with a Benelux tour, promoting their first EP, One More, Please.
Salesmen draw on the raw energy of classic rock and enrich their sound with influences from different decades, creating a sonic tapestry reminiscent of legendary bands such as Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, and Alice In Chains.
