POM

POM is an Amsterdam-based quintet that has rapidly become a cornerstone of the contemporary Dutch indie rock scene. Formed in the mid-2010s, the band spent years refining a sound they self-describe as 'fuzzpop,' a hybrid of garage rock grit, punk urgency, and Britpop melodicism.

Their sonic identity is defined by the dual-guitar interplay of Luc Siegers and Joy Kunst, which utilizes heavy saturation and distortion to create a dense, textured backdrop for Liza van As's versatile vocal performances. Their career trajectory saw a significant breakthrough with the 2019 single 'Down The Rabbit Hole,' which established their reputation for high-energy, hook-driven songwriting. Despite a delay in their full-length debut, 2023's 'We Were Girls Together' solidified their standing with critics, who praised their ability to modernize 90s influences without falling into pastiche. They occupy a similar cultural space to peers like The Vices and TAPE TOY, representing a wave of Dutch 'guitar music' that prioritizes live-room energy and raw emotionality over electronic polish. Their work is characterized by a 'loud-quiet-loud' dynamic structure and lyrical themes centered on coming-of-age, friendship, and urban restlessness.