Paul van Kessel is a Dutch jazz vocalist. Extending beyond solo performances; he has collaborated with various groups and theatrical productions such as "New York Round Midnight," "Wicked Jazz Sounds," "Crooners Echo," "The Young Sinatras,” and “The Metropole Orchestra.” Since Paul's solo releases 'Where's My Home’, ‘Damn Dog’ and 'Whatever Trouble', he has taken control of his productions and mixes, nurturing a newfound passion. His first solo EP 'High Or Low' (2022), recorded in his Amsterdam home studio with a canal view in the heart of Amsterdam, precedes his forthcoming album 'Don't Explain'. Scheduled for spring 2024. Paul recently released two new singles, serving as an introduction for the new album, 'Why Don't You Do Right?' and ‘Same Old Story, Same Old Song’, each offering a fresh take on jazz, blues and funk classics. The album features a dynamic "live" trio, featuring Sebastiaan van Bavel on piano, Lean Robbemont on drums, and Paul himself on bass/guitar and vocals. With this trio, Paul blends his passion for classic jazz with a deep appreciation for blues and soul, embodying a soulful crooner with an affinity towards slow grooves that provide ample room for heartfelt storytelling www.paulvankessel.com