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Jochem is a Dutch musician with a lifelong passion for live performance and the acoustic guitar. His musical journey started young—touring across Europe at just 15 in a punk band—before evolving through high-energy 80s and 90s cover bands and intimate jazz and singer-songwriter stages. Along the way, he has released multiple singles, EPs, and albums with various projects.
No matter the genre or setting, one thing has always stayed constant: his love for the acoustic guitar and the raw authenticity of live vocals. Today, Jochem writes and performs original music as YOKM that blends heartfelt acoustic storytelling with the edge of his punk roots, the color of classic synths, and the dynamic energy of a full-band performance—bringing all chapters of his musical history into a sound uniquely his own.
YOKM creates emotional, genre-blending music built around honest vocals and acoustic guitar, layered with rich electronic textures. Each song balances vulnerability and intensity, crafting soundscapes that stay with you long after they fade.
No matter the genre or setting, one thing has always stayed constant: his love for the acoustic guitar and the raw authenticity of live vocals. Today, Jochem writes and performs original music as YOKM that blends heartfelt acoustic storytelling with the edge of his punk roots, the color of classic synths, and the dynamic energy of a full-band performance—bringing all chapters of his musical history into a sound uniquely his own.
YOKM creates emotional, genre-blending music built around honest vocals and acoustic guitar, layered with rich electronic textures. Each song balances vulnerability and intensity, crafting soundscapes that stay with you long after they fade.