“This trio puts down a very unique and idiosyncratic sound, primarily due to the voice of George van Wetering. We hear various influences, OMD, Placebo and even snatches of Joy Division.” (LiveXS)
“Has certainly got the potential to attract mass appeal outside their home country”
“Very original trio – which is how it should be. Vocals and instruments are in perfect balance and as solid as a house. This is a fun band.”
“Alternative electro-indie from Amsterdam. Very diverse and very, very good. The band has a bit of everything.”
“Very original. They know the perfect balance to affect all parts of the body from the head to the abdomen, to the feet on the floor.”
“Finally a band that is uninhibited and dares to be adventurous.”
“Good mix of then and now. Good recalcitrant contemporary.”
“Every one of their songs is a gem.”
“Good thoughtful and sophisticated arrangements.”
“The playing and the programming are both good. Everything is well balanced.”
“Very melodic and varied.”
“Catchy and compelling”
“Fragile, vulnerable vocals. Nice contrast to the somewhat cooler beats and keyboard sounds. ” (GPVN)
“Tours in China and big in Amsterdam. On the podium appear super digital devices, behind which a small Chinese girl occupies the space. The singer looks like a college-boy with a hip hairstyle. The first song of the set is explosive. A good basic rock ‘n’ roll riff is supported by freaky noises from the digital samples. The drummer plays on an original looking device, consisting of regular-toms and electronic drum pads. Monokino at the end of their set leave a very good impression. The volume is increasing and the hyperactive drummer is driving the whole delicious sound in the style of Joy Division. The group ends with a nice quiet number, after which the vocalist and keyboard player blow out a solitary candle.” (MusicFrom.nl)
“I found the boy very vulnerable and both he and that girl are very much in touch with todays sound.” (Het Parool)
“Electronic music isn’t commonly associated with ballads but, owing in part to the pleasing, melodious and high-pitched voice of the singer, George, this duo produced the most original songs of the evening. Songs that linger in the mind and touch the heart.” (Het Parool)
“The duo Monokino has a distinct musical identity. Its the most dominant band of the evening. George has a remarkable voice, reminiscent of Brian Molko (only better). Chinese Yu Jin plays keyboards.” (3voor12)
“The chorus reeks of the Pet Shop Boys and the set as a whole has been spiced up in a rather kitschy way, but oddly enough the combination works surprisingly well. Monokino will show you what most other bands fail to present: a distinct face.” (Studio Brussel)