Arid Members, Gear & Sound

Arid is a Belgian rock band noted for their emotive and alternative rock sound. Formed in 1996, the group features Jasper Steverlinck (vocals, guitar), David Du Pré (guitar), Filip Ros (bass), and Steven Van Havere (drums). Emerging from the Belgian indie scene, Arid blends introspective lyrics with a rich, melodic rock backdrop, capturing the attention of audiences across Europe and beyond. Their early work, including the critically acclaimed debut album At the Close of Every Day, set the stage for their burgeoning career, leading to opportunities such as opening for Counting Crows.

Arid's sound is characterized by dynamic, emotional guitar work and powerful vocal delivery. Jasper Steverlinck’s use of the Gibson ES-335 adds a warm, resonant quality to their music, perfectly suited for the band's blend of rock and introspective ballads. The band's arrangements often incorporate rich, harmonic textures, achieved through gear like the Electro-Harmonix Pitch Fork for shifting pitches and the Boss DD-3 Digital Delay for creating spatial depth. This approach results in a sound that is at once intimate yet expansive, with each instrument contributing to a cohesive, emotionally charged musical experience.