"Alleen nog maar de zon schilderen" is a captivating collaboration between Herman Coenen and Jeroen van Vliet, released on February 10, 2005. This album is a beautiful blend of folk, world, and country music, featuring 20 tracks that span a total of 58 minutes. Herman Coenen contributes the lyrics and vocal performance, while Jeroen van Vliet composes the music and plays the piano, with additional guitar work by Florian Zenker on some tracks.
The album showcases a range of themes and moods, from the soothing "Soulagement" to the energetic "Opwinding," and the introspective "Oude schilder." Each track offers a unique perspective, with Coenen's evocative lyrics and van Vliet's delicate piano compositions creating a harmonious and engaging listening experience. The album also includes a piano-only track, "Namiddagzon piano," and a spoken word piece, "Fragmenten," adding to its diverse musical landscape.
One of the standout tracks, "Oude schilder," was later released as a single and gained popularity on platforms like Spotify. The album's title track, "Alleen nog maar de zon schilderen," encapsulates the essence of the collaboration, with its poignant lyrics and delicate piano melody.
This album is a testament to the creative synergy between Herman Coenen and Jeroen van Vliet, offering a rich and varied musical journey that highlights their unique talents and artistic vision. Whether you're a fan of folk music, world music, or simply appreciate beautiful piano compositions and heartfelt lyrics, "Alleen nog maar de zon schilderen" is an album that deserves a place in your music collection.
