Mr. Probz

Dennis Princewell Stehr, known as Mr. Probz, is a pivotal figure in the Dutch music export market, bridging the gap between underground hip-hop and global pop-soul.

His career is marked by a dramatic shift from a gritty rapper associated with the 'nederhop' scene and American underground legends like The Alchemist and Raekwon, to a world-renowned singer-songwriter. This transition was catalyzed by the 2013 release of 'Waves,' a simple guitar ballad that showcased his unique raspy vocal timbre. The subsequent Robin Schulz remix transformed the track into a global tropical house anthem, making Mr. Probz the first Dutch artist to surpass a billion streams. Despite this massive commercial success, his work maintains a consistent thread of introspection and minimalist production. His sound identity is defined by 'sandpaper' vocals, acoustic foundations, and a melancholic lyrical perspective. He remains a fiercely independent artist, operating through his own Left Lane Recordings, and is respected for his resilience following a 2010 shooting incident that deeply influenced his creative output.