Exit 31 (2)

Dutch rock band Dufus was founded in the summer of 1995. After nine successful years, its members decided to rename the band Exit 31: “It was time for a new approach, and a new name to go with it.” Their story in short. Exit 31 can best be described as close-harmony rock, creating a middle road between modern pop-rock and stern yet melodic power-rock. With a resumé of over 300 shows, the band has managed to increase its popularity and fan base beyond the local scene. Varying from the local pub to the Amsterdam Paradiso and the Midpoint Music Festival in Ohio (USA), Exit 31’s many shows have since created a wealth of experience for them. In 2005, after two years of hard labour, the band signed a record deal with YeaYeaYeah Records - owned and run by Dutch producer Erwin Musper (Anouk, Scorpions, Van Halen). Exit 31’s debut album Phonogenic (2006) earned them a nomination for “Best Newcomer of the Year”, and their critically acclaimed second album EXIT 31 (2008) is available at all major music stores. Besides playing shows in the BeNeLux, Germany and the U.S. Exit 31 are constantly writing new material for their upcoming album, which will (just like its predecessors) be recorded in Cincinnati, Ohio - the headquarters of their record label. Ivo Penders - Lead Vocals & Bass Garry Capel - Guitars & Vocals David Capel - Guitars & Vocals Bart Keltjens - Drums