After a sold-out and unforgettable jam session on November 27th at BIRD, we are back! This time, BIRD joins forces with House of Knowledge and OSHI for an extra special evening. On Wednesday, May 14th, we celebrate the release of AWA, the long-awaited debut album of drummer and composer Siegfried Hart. As a former artist in residency at BIRD and a familiar face within our community, Siegfried knows better than anyone how to move with his unique blend of Afro-Antillean rhythms, jazz, and hip-hop.

Born and raised in Aruba, Siegfried developed a deep love for rhythm and culture at a young age. His music is an explosion of energy, identity, and personal stories, deeply rooted in his Afro-Antillean background, yet boundless in his musical vision.

With performances at North Sea Jazz and Super Sonic Jazz, and shows with artists such as Stanley Clementina, Crudo, and Jayh (with whom he brought down venues like Paradiso and AFAS Live), Siegfried has grown into one of the most versatile drummers of his generation.

During this official release show, he brings his debut album AWA to life live on stage together with an all-star band and guest vocalists. The album, released through the Amsterdam label Wicked Wax, is a musical and emotional document centered on flow, identity, and healing. Expect an evening full of deep grooves, vulnerable moments, and sonic surprises that take you from Aruba to Rotterdam.

After the show, the XL jam session opens under the direction of Thijmen Molema and we close with a DJ set by Lucas Benjamin (Wicked Wax).

As always, expect the unexpected: surprise guests, rising stars, and scorching performances by both new talent and established artists.

BIRD café & restaurant
From 6:00 PM you can visit for pizza and bar bites. Reservations are recommended!

Timetable
6:00 PM–8:30 PM – Dinner in BIRD café
8:00 PM – Doors open
8:30 PM – Album release & jam session
11:00 PM – DJ set

Line-up AWA live show
Siegfried Hart – Drums
Terrance Green – Keys
Stefan Brunner – Bass
Noam Wallé – Guitar
Quincy “Braafi” Braafhart – Percussion
Leonardo Boccardo – Saxophone
Juliana Martina, Damani Leidsman, Cici Isenia & Jeryh Luz – Vocals
Jermaine Berkhoudt a.k.a. MC JR – MC

Jam session host: Thijmen Molema
DJ: Lucas Benjamin (Wicked Wax)

This edition is part of the BIRDsessions and is made possible by House of Knowledge and OSHI.

Wicked Wax is an Amsterdam-based record label rooted in soul, jazz, and funk, providing artists the space to push their creative and sonic boundaries.
House of Knowledge is committed to empowering the next generation of performers through jams, coaching, and masterclasses.
OSHI is a talent development program for emerging artists in R&B, soul, jazz, and hip-hop, in collaboration with House of Knowledge, Orisun Studio, PAARD, Super Sonic Jazz, Paradiso, BIRD, Patronaat and INI Movement.