When drummer Louis joined Martin, Dave, Benjamin and Sandro in 1989, Dutch pop band Van Dik Hout was a fact. The band broke through in 1994 with the hits 'Stil In Mij', 'Alles Of Niets' and 'Meer Dan Een Ander'. Their debut record 'Van Dik Hout' dominated the charts for more than 60 weeks.
10 years after its release, the popularity of 'Stil In Mij' only increased. Readers of Dutch music magazine Oor and radio station Radio 3 chose 'Stil In Mij' as best song by a Dutch band ever in 2004. Their new album is expected February of 2007, but first Van Dik Hout traditionally play at Paradiso on December 30th.