NEWS
2025
Newland goes dutch!
With "Bitter" Newland releases his first full album in the dutch language.
2024
Morning sun is de derde single afkomstig van het 9e solo album, "The Silent Language"
Ook "Morning sun" is weer te vinden op alle streamingsdiensten, zoals Spotify, Deezer en Applemusic.
De bijbehorende clip werd opgenomen op de Peloponessos in Griekenland
2024
The Silent Language is nog maar net uit en heeft toch al een paar ronkende recensies gekregen!
"Recensies" Ben je benieuwd wat de kenners te melden hebben over mijn nieuwe album?
Lees verder bij "Recensies"
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2024
Arm Candy
De eerste single van de liveband NewLandSlide
De liveband NewLandSlide heeft onlangs haar eerste single uitgebracht."Arm Candy"
https://open.spotify.com/track/2N3lVDQEhR9bmtDmDrxret?si=a00c6a7da5334127
2024
Twice as cool (Thinking of you) is a new single that has been released April 19
Inbetween albums I like to release some singles. It's a way to keep in touch with my listeners and to let loose some new songs. . https://open.spotify.com/track/7BQC6CgSSRzNte5yeRueen?si=771ee57509244756
2023
On the 1st of december there will be a new album. It will be available on CD and all digital platforms
TRUST-HOPE-LOVE, the 8th solo album will be released on the 1st of december. It will be available on CD and all digital platforms. So be sure to check it out!
2023
Check out the video that comes with the new single "Don't let me lose this dream"on Youtube!
"Don't let me lose this dream" is also available with a nice little clip on Youtube. Go and check it out!
2022
Eyecandy will be released on the 3rd of February. It's Newland's 7th studioalbum
Eyecandy is available from all streaming platforms from the 3rd of February 2023. The album contains 12 new tracks and is also available on CD
2022
As a precursor to the new album that will be released soon there is a new single
Barefoot and tired is available from all streaming platforms from 28th October. But 21 October there is the official release on Youtube at 21.00. Be sure to check it out!
2022
Newland has reached 111,000 streams on Spotify
Are you already listening, following and liking Newland on Spotify?
https://open.spotify.com/artist/0wd0IMPw9u3JpUoqgbhK7W?si=K07eB-MISWmKZEZsvnyEMw
2022
Star collector got a great review in the dutch newspaper, Het Friesch Dagblad
2022
Interview about the new album on ZFM Zandvoort in Alternative FM
2022
Videoclip of the new single "Beat the clock is now available on Youtube
Videoclip from the song "Beat the clock" is now available on youtube.
Go check it!
2021
Newland has a live cast once more. Touring later this year
After Covid misery, NEWLAND once more formed as a live band also. Touring will start later this year or beginning of 2022
2021
First new single of 2021 out on January the 29th.
Brave new normal
Written in april 2020, Brave new normal talks about Covid and our lives being in a sort of a new normal. But we all long for old times to return! Now in 2021 the lyrics are still up to date.
2020
A nice new review on "Tomorrowland" in Lust for life magazine No. 106
30 years ago I played in the band Pretty Green. Now the same journalist that interviewed me then wrote a review on "Tomorrowland! (see reviews)
2020
Videoclip from the song "Deinum dreams" is now available on Youtube. Go check it out!
Videoclip from the song "Deinum dreams" is now available on youtube.
Go check it!
2020
Video clip of the title song of the new album, Tomorrowland, now available on youtube
To support the new album there is a videoclip available of the title song, Tomorrowland
22 April 2020
New single, "Great expectations" was released on March 30
This new single was not on the last album. So you can enjoy listening to a brand new Newland song on this site and Spotify, Apple music and Deezer
12 February 2020
Blog.. blog.. blog.... Be sure to read our irregular blog and keep updated
Talking about some historic background. tarting as a one man band, evolving into a exciting live band. Read all about it in our blogs
1 December 2019
First try out gig was a big succes!
We played our first ever gig in this formation on 1 December 2019 in Emmeloord. We were very satisfied with how it sounded and the crowd reacted positively
2025
The first single from "Bitter" is out!
"Als ik er niet meer ben" is the first single taken from the album "Bitter"
2024
NewlandWoods komt met tweede single, "The Ghost in me".
Lekker
Newlandwoods is de samenwerking van Alex met Klaas Bos, tevens bassist in NewLandSlide. Halloween leek een mooie gelegenheid om het griezelig mooie "The Ghost in me" uit te brengen.
2024
The Silent Language
Newland's 9e studio album is nu online
In eigen beheer opgenomen en alle liedjes, zang en instrumenten verzorgt is hier: The Silent Language
https://open.spotify.com/album/5PzbsgYw3UnAeWFUvOckqQ?si=l6aYv69XQ3GnKie3BVZZJA
2024
Tu es la, is de Franstalige single van Scarlet. Gezongen door Else van der Greft. Met clip!
Tu es la is geschreven en geproduceerd door mij en gezongen door Else van der Greft. Uiteraard vergezeld van een videoclip!
2024
On the New album is a duet, SHINE. Check out the videoclip on Youtube!
A duet with Else van der Greft from the new album has a videoclip on Youtube.
Check it out here:
2023
NewLandSlide, the live band of Newland will play in IJlst on the 11th of November
"It will be the first gig under the name, NewLandSlide. Besides songs from the albums and singles tyou will hear some new songs too. So be sure not to miss it!
2023
New single, "Don't let me lose this dream" released on the 23rd of August
Two brand new songs are released today. "Don't let me lose this dream" and "No way out". Check it out!
https://open.spotify.com/album/2Y2WYkJFUywJ4v5woHWw0B?si=jQJRV7N5S5Ws0oQz-Ae-jA
2022
Playing live as a band will be the next exciting thing in 2023.
Newland has found 4 great musicians to help bring the songs live on stage. To differ the liveband from the studio-artist the band will play under the name "NewLandSlide" or NLS
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2022
New single is released on the 31st of May 2022. Check out "Joan of Arc"
Available on all streaming platforms. For example, Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/track/3Pd4xRcyH7JBO0ruYdFy1x?si=52ba3f3382e84f87
2022
Watch all songs from the new album as videoclips on Youtube
Every songs of STAR COLLECTOR has a videoclip. Watch them all on Youtube!
2022
Star collector is now online and available on all streaming platforms
Go and check STAR COLLECTOR now on:
https://open.spotify.com/album/6ZnNFgiy7vvqldPomPmsNa?si=Dq4AF1RwS723r_Q7LSkfOQ
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2022
6th studio album to be released on January the 21st
STAR COLLECTOR is the title of the 6th album to be released on CD and streaming platforms on January 21st 2022
2021
"Everything I never told you", out on July 23th is the new single
Already the 18th NEWLAND single. "Everything I never told you" is out today and available on all streaming services. Go and check it out!!
2021
New single, "IF", out on April 30th. Available on all streaming services
A fresh, happy uptempo tune. With guest appearances of Gilbert Terpstra on drums and Jenny Piso on backing vocals. Out 30th of April on all streaming services.
2020
New single out now! "Borderline Barbie" shows Newland heavier than before
Proud to present yet another single. "Borderline Barbie is heavier and slightly different. Check it on all digital platforms.
2020
Playing live and acoustic for radio and tv on Omrop Fryslan with the new song, "Brave new normal"
In my own living room playing live and acoustic a new song called "Brave new normal"
2020
5th album, Tomorrowland released. Same passion, different sound!
Tomorrowland is the 5th studio album of Newland. A slightly different sound but still full of passion meaningful lyrics . Check it on streamingsites
2020
Newland becomes Nieuwland releasing a single in dutch language
The 1st of September sees the release of the single "ALLES". It's in the dutch language and for occasion NEWLAND becomes NIEUWLAND
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12 February 2020
First full concert was a huge succes
It was a rainy and stormy night but lots of people still got to see our first full concert in Leeuwarden. The spirit was great! Hopefully in autumn there will be lots more!
12 February 2020
New album, "The Emperor of ice cream", out on March 1
As the band is busy rehearsing for the upcoming gigs and festivals, One man band worked in the studio on the 4th album.
1 December 2019
Check tour dates for our upcoming shows
In 2020 we will be playing live a lot. Find out where in the menu under tour. Want us to play in your venue or festival. Under Boekingen you will find all info you need.
2025
Videoclip available for the new single
"Als ik er niet meer ben" has a nice videoclip
2024
Solo in Stereo is de nieuwste single afkomstig van "The Silent Language"
Solo in Stereo kun je vinden op alle streamingsdiensten. Er is ook een videoclip bij gemaakt, te vinden op Youtube.
2024
She Says
De eerste single van het binnenkort te verschijnen album, The Silent Language
Binnenkort verschijnt het 9e studio album, The Silent Language. She says is daarvan de 1e single.
https://open.spotify.com/track/56RTuuU2RHXnBvSW5M663M?si=320a7d3e84884413
2024
Frisian Chameleon brengt de tweede EP uit. Scarlet.
Frisian Chameleon is mijn alterego. Songs in een andere stijl als Newland. Elke EP een andere stijl, een andere kleur. Dit keer Scarlet. Gastzangeres: Else van der Greft.
https://open.spotify.com/album/0jzN9ZpxSp63Ja1hNPuXgF?si=tfXEb3EWT7GfaFK-uSl7sA
2024
Newland plays live with a band under the name: NewLandSlide.
Follow on Facebook!
NewLandSlide plays songs from the Newland catalogue and some band originals too. Follow them here:
2023
Want to know all about what is going on behind the scenes? Check out the blog sector on this site
Read all about the new album, the collaborations and the live gigs in the blog sector of this site. It will give you some nice background information with the music!
2023
Newland Pseudonym "Frisian Chameleon" launches debut EP, "Violet"
The EP "Violet" was released on the 24th of May. The reason this pseudonym is used is because the music style is completely different, Lounge!
2022
A videoclip of the album opener is available on Youtube now
"The day John met Paul" is the opener of the album "Eyecandy". You can check out the videoclip now on Youtube:
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2022
The new single, "Joan of Arc" has a nice video on Youtube
Nice new videoclip on Youtube for the new single "Joan of Arc"
2022
Star collector also got a great review by 3 voor 12 Friesland
Check the review here:
2022
Interview about the new album on Radio Capelle in Zwaardvis
2022
The First single of the new album is "Beat the clock" Check!k!!
In anticipation of the new album there is a new single released, Beat the clock" It's available on all streaming platforms
2021
"Everything I never told you" also has a videoclip on `Youtube
Listen to the new NEWLAND tune and watch the videoclip on Youtube. Watch and enjoy!
2021
Brave new normal. The 1st single of 2021. Watch the videoclip now on youtube
Written in april 2020, Brave new normal talks about Covid and our lives being in a sort of a new normal. But we all long for old times to return!
2020
Busy working on new songs. Of course Covid en being locked down is a big inspiration
Already busy working on new songs again. There's tons already but I'm taking my time. Working title: "Brave new normal"
2020
There is also a videoclip available for the song, "Truly, madly, better on youtube.
Videoclip for the new song, "Truly, madly, better" from the album "Tomorrowland"
2020
Lyrics clip available of "Ball and chain". The album opener of Tomorrowland
To support the new album there is a lyrics videoclip available of the album opener, Ball and chain.
2 June 2020
Friday 29th of May release of the single "Drowning butterflies",
Friday the 29th of May saw the release of the single, "Drowning butterflies". A non album song with a biting lyric and a ripping riff.
12 February 2020
Clip with lyrics of the song, "Elvis" now available in Media
The song about dreaming and while doing it meeting famous people that you admire. Who doesn't do that every once in a while?
21 January 2020
New single, "Just like Bowie", out on January 24
All our followers, friends, music lovers. Thank you for your support / interest / inspiration. Hopefully 2020 will be a fantastic and musical year! Hope to see you again.
1 December 2019
Check tour dates for our upcoming shows
In 2020 we will be playing live a lot. Find out where in the menu under tour. Want us to play in your venue or festival. Under Boekingen you will find all info you need.
NEWS
2022
Eyecandy will be released on the 3rd of February. It's Newland's 7th studioalbum
Eyecandy is available from all streaming platforms from the 3rd of February 2023. The album contains 12 new tracks and is also available on CD
2022
As a precursor to the new album that will be released soon there is a new single
Barefoot and tired is available from all streaming platforms from 28th October. But 21 October there is the official release on Youtube at 21.00. Be sure to check it out!
2022
Newland has reached 111,000 streams on Spotify
Are you already listening, following and liking Newland on Spotify?
https://open.spotify.com/artist/0wd0IMPw9u3JpUoqgbhK7W?si=K07eB-MISWmKZEZsvnyEMw
2022
Star collector got a great review in the dutch newspaper, Het Friesch Dagblad
2022
Interview about the new album on ZFM Zandvoort in Alternative FM
2022
Videoclip of the new single "Beat the clock is now available on Youtube
Videoclip from the song "Beat the clock" is now available on youtube.
Go check it!
2021
Newland has a live cast once more. Touring later this year
After Covid misery, NEWLAND once more formed as a live band also. Touring will start later this year or beginning of 2022
2021
First new single of 2021 out on January the 29th.
Brave new normal
Written in april 2020, Brave new normal talks about Covid and our lives being in a sort of a new normal. But we all long for old times to return! Now in 2021 the lyrics are still up to date.
2020
A nice new review on "Tomorrowland" in Lust for life magazine No. 106
30 years ago I played in the band Pretty Green. Now the same journalist that interviewed me then wrote a review on "Tomorrowland! (see reviews)
2020
Videoclip from the song "Deinum dreams" is now available on Youtube. Go check it out!
Videoclip from the song "Deinum dreams" is now available on youtube.
Go check it!
2020
Video clip of the title song of the new album, Tomorrowland, now available on youtube
To support the new album there is a videoclip available of the title song, Tomorrowland
22 April 2020
New single, "Great expectations" was released on March 30
This new single was not on the last album. So you can enjoy listening to a brand new Newland song on this site and Spotify, Apple music and Deezer
12 February 2020
Blog.. blog.. blog.... Be sure to read our irregular blog and keep updated
Talking about some historic background. tarting as a one man band, evolving into a exciting live band. Read all about it in our blogs
1 December 2019
First try out gig was a big succes!
We played our first ever gig in this formation on 1 December 2019 in Emmeloord. We were very satisfied with how it sounded and the crowd reacted positively
2022
Playing live as a band will be the next exciting thing in 2023.
Newland has found 4 great musicians to help bring the songs live on stage. To differ the liveband from the studio-artist the band will play under the name "NewLandSlide" or NLS
​
2022
New single is released on the 31st of May 2022. Check out "Joan of Arc"
Available on all streaming platforms. For example, Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/track/3Pd4xRcyH7JBO0ruYdFy1x?si=52ba3f3382e84f87
2022
Watch all songs from the new album as videoclips on Youtube
Every songs of STAR COLLECTOR has a videoclip. Watch them all on Youtube!
2022
Star collector is now online and available on all streaming platforms
Go and check STAR COLLECTOR now on:
https://open.spotify.com/album/6ZnNFgiy7vvqldPomPmsNa?si=Dq4AF1RwS723r_Q7LSkfOQ
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2022
6th studio album to be released on January the 21st
STAR COLLECTOR is the title of the 6th album to be released on CD and streaming platforms on January 21st 2022
2021
"Everything I never told you", out on July 23th is the new single
Already the 18th NEWLAND single. "Everything I never told you" is out today and available on all streaming services. Go and check it out!!
2021
New single, "IF", out on April 30th. Available on all streaming services
A fresh, happy uptempo tune. With guest appearances of Gilbert Terpstra on drums and Jenny Piso on backing vocals. Out 30th of April on all streaming services.
2020
New single out now! "Borderline Barbie" shows Newland heavier than before
Proud to present yet another single. "Borderline Barbie is heavier and slightly different. Check it on all digital platforms.
2020
Playing live and acoustic for radio and tv on Omrop Fryslan with the new song, "Brave new normal"
In my own living room playing live and acoustic a new song called "Brave new normal"
2020
5th album, Tomorrowland released. Same passion, different sound!
Tomorrowland is the 5th studio album of Newland. A slightly different sound but still full of passion meaningful lyrics . Check it on streamingsites
2020
Newland becomes Nieuwland releasing a single in dutch language
The 1st of September sees the release of the single "ALLES". It's in the dutch language and for occasion NEWLAND becomes NIEUWLAND
12 February 2020
First full concert was a huge succes
It was a rainy and stormy night but lots of people still got to see our first full concert in Leeuwarden. The spirit was great! Hopefully in autumn there will be lots more!
12 February 2020
New album, "The Emperor of ice cream", out on March 1
As the band is busy rehearsing for the upcoming gigs and festivals, One man band worked in the studio on the 4th album.
1 December 2019
Check tour dates for our upcoming shows
In 2020 we will be playing live a lot. Find out where in the menu under tour. Want us to play in your venue or festival. Under Boekingen you will find all info you need.
2022
A videoclip of the album opener is available on Youtube now
"The day John met Paul" is the opener of the album "Eyecandy". You can check out the videoclip now on Youtube:
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2022
The new single, "Joan of Arc" has a nice video on Youtube
Nice new videoclip on Youtube for the new single "Joan of Arc"
2022
Star collector also got a great review by 3 voor 12 Friesland
Check the review here:
2022
Interview about the new album on Radio Capelle in Zwaardvis
2022
The First single of the new album is "Beat the clock" Check!k!!
In anticipation of the new album there is a new single released, Beat the clock" It's available on all streaming platforms
2021
"Everything I never told you" also has a videoclip on `Youtube
Listen to the new NEWLAND tune and watch the videoclip on Youtube. Watch and enjoy!
2021
Brave new normal. The 1st single of 2021. Watch the videoclip now on youtube
Written in april 2020, Brave new normal talks about Covid and our lives being in a sort of a new normal. But we all long for old times to return!
2020
Busy working on new songs. Of course Covid en being locked down is a big inspiration
Already busy working on new songs again. There's tons already but I'm taking my time. Working title: "Brave new normal"
2020
There is also a videoclip available for the song, "Truly, madly, better on youtube.
Videoclip for the new song, "Truly, madly, better" from the album "Tomorrowland"
2020
Lyrics clip available of "Ball and chain". The album opener of Tomorrowland
To support the new album there is a lyrics videoclip available of the album opener, Ball and chain.
2 June 2020
Friday 29th of May release of the single "Drowning butterflies",
Friday the 29th of May saw the release of the single, "Drowning butterflies". A non album song with a biting lyric and a ripping riff.
12 February 2020
Clip with lyrics of the song, "Elvis" now available in Media
The song about dreaming and while doing it meeting famous people that you admire. Who doesn't do that every once in a while?
21 January 2020
New single, "Just like Bowie", out on January 24
All our followers, friends, music lovers. Thank you for your support / interest / inspiration. Hopefully 2020 will be a fantastic and musical year! Hope to see you again.
1 December 2019
Check tour dates for our upcoming shows
In 2020 we will be playing live a lot. Find out where in the menu under tour. Want us to play in your venue or festival. Under Boekingen you will find all info you need.
1 November 2019
We are busy rehearsing for gigs
In 2020 we will go on the road and do many live gigs. At the moment we are very busy preparing for that in the rehearsing room. Come check the result any time soon!
9 September 2019
Meet the band, Part 5: Alex Nieuwland a.k.a Newland
After releasing three albums, practically doing all the singing and playing, Newland has formed a band to be able to play his repertoire live on stage.
9 September 2019
Meet the band, Part 4: Peter van der Wal
Peter is a long tome musical companion and had played with Newland in mant bands and many concerts. Besides the guitar Peter also plays the synth.
9 september 2019
Meet the band, Part 3: Dennis Wever
Lead guitarist Dennis Wever plays and has played in many bands and projects. There isn't a music style that he doesn't control!
9 september 2019
Meet the band, Part 2: Bert Hoekstra
Our bass player Bert Hoekstra is very experienced. When he was without a band for a moment, Newland was able to capture him quickly
9 september 2019
Meet the band, Part 1: Ido Korstanje
Self made man Ido Korstanje is responsible for the rhythms and beats of the band. Is there anything he can't play?
5 september 2019
New single out september 20
Fairytale, the new single, is released on all digital platforms on september the 20th
4 september 2019
One man band no more
Newland will be playing live soon. Stay tuned for more info on who, how and where
1 august 2019
Vaudeville and burlesque
The third NEWLAND album is available on USB. Find it in the shop and order!
24 june 2019
Heaven can wait
Listen to Heaven can wait on Spotify and all other digital platforms. Don't forget a follow!
2019
Never meant to be
This single is not to be found on any album. Check it on Spotify and other digital media
2019
Newland covers
I enjoy doing covers too. Check this site every now and then which pearl of the past got covered.
