Photos: Jil Zago
Formed in 2013 by Laetitia (vocals and guitar), Go By Brooks is a melancholic rock band composed of five members (Nicolas Palumbo, guitars, Sacha Heck, bass, Jérôme Moes, keys, Steve Krippler, drums). The subtle harmonies and instrumental parts, along with Laetitia’s darker lyrics have played a key role in the Luxembourgish band’s style from the start.
After the release of their first EP Rivers in 2015 and Oceans in 2016, the band finally released their first album in December 2018. Another Flame, which was recorded and mixed by Werner Pensaert at Linster Studios in summer 2017 and 2018, and mastered by Gert Van Hoof at Cochlea Audio Editing and Mastering contains ten new songs in line with previous projects. The subjects that are covered are the quest for identity, desire and commitment. The band remains faithful to melancholic rock and the instrumental parts add depth to the songs as usual.
So, Go By Brooks is a contrast between light and darkness, in honour of the poet who inspired the band’s name, Leonard Cohen: “There is a crack in everything, That’s how the light gets in.”
The band has played numerous concerts in Luxembourg and the greater region over the last few years. In addition to their rock performances, Go By Brooks also offers an acoustic formula.
The band’s first album Another Flame has been presented at Kulturfabrik (Esch-Alzette, L) in December 2018. In 2021, they released their first live album Go By Brooks – Live at Aalt Stadhaus. The band is currently working on the finalization of their new album which is planned to be released in spring 2022.
On 8th December 2018, the 3rd CD and first album "Another Flame" has been released.
21st November 2019: Release of our single "Lost".
21st July 2020: Release of the single and video "How To Sing To A Man".
17th July 2021: Release of Live CD "Live at Aalt Stadhaus".
Laetitia Koener – vocals & guitar
She’s the founder of the band, she loves to sing, she loves to play the guitar, she’s very nice but don’t you dare ask her to share her dessert!
Nicolas Palumbo – guitar & backing vocals
No. The guitar solo is never too long! Especially not if it’s played by our one and only Nicolas!
Jérôme Moes – keyboards & backing vocals
What would we do without the sweet sound of the keys? Jérôme’s piano playing is not only transportive, it will embrace you like a hot cup of tea on a cold october day.
Sacha Heck – bass
Sacha is not only the best cook in town, but will also instantly boost your mood with his infectious laugh.
Steve Krippler – drums & percussion
Say hi to the bassist’s best friend: the drummer! Steve is not only a super talented musician, but also knows at least 83 ways to open a beer bottle without a bottle opener! Cheers to that!
Former band members:
Tom Roilgen (drums & percussion)
Gilles Krein (drums & percussion)