The Van Jets
| Company type | Band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 2003 |
| Defunct | 2019 |
| Headquarters | Ostend , Belgium |
| Products | Music albums, EPs |
The Van Jets was a Belgian rock ensemble originating from Ostend, known for combining elements of glam rock, rock 'n' roll, garage rock, and pop music. After launching their initial EP, Belvedere Records Presents the Van Jets, they secured victory at Humo's Rock Rally in 2004.
Their first full-length album, Electric Soldiers (2007), showcased their energetic live performances, leading to appearances at prominent festivals such as Rock Werchter and Pukkelpop. With later releases like Cat Fit Fury! and Halo, the band transitioned towards a synth pop style. The album Welcome to Strange Paradise featured collaboration with producer Leo Abrahams and acclaimed mixing engineer Tchad Blake, who also handled mixing duties on their 2017 record Future Primitives.
The group dissolved in 2019. Following this, lead singer Johannes Verschaeve embarked on a solo venture under the name Johannes Is Zijn Naam, unveiling a Flemish-language album in 2023.
EPs
- The Van Jets (2005)
Studio albums
- Electric Soldiers (2007)
- Cat Fit Fury! (2010)
- Halo (2012)
- Welcome to Strange Paradise (2015)
- Future Primitives (2017)