In the artist's words:

The American Brookln Dekker is actually on the road with his wife in Rue Royals. However, he is now pursuing his solo project DEKKER and remains true to indie folk with it.

American singer-songwriter Dekker caused a sensation in 2020 with the songs from his debut album "Slow Reveal: Chapter One". "This Here Island" and "TheLove" were on rotation on several major US folk playlists and radio stations in Europe. The album even entered the US college charts at number 70 at the end of December. In August 2019, Dekker embarked on an artistic journey of discovery. By writing and releasing his debut album "Slow Reveal: Chapter One". Writing and releasing it song by song, he was able to explore its possibilities and scope again and again.

In spring 2021, five months after "Slow Reveal", Dekker released "Small Wins", the first single from his second album "I Won't Be Your Foe" (release date: May 20, 2022). Shaken but not beaten by the depression and hysteria of the pandemic, Dekker worked diligently on this album. Thanks to the experience of "Slow Reveal", Dekker knew what he wanted right from the start. Together with Berlin-based drummer Stefan Wittich (TELE) and Zach Hanson (mix for Bon Iver, The Staves, Whitney, among others), Dekker was able to produce a coherent and clear indie-folk album.

Brookln Dekker, the American half of the Anglo-American indie-folk duo Rue Royale, is now on the road solo under his last name Dekker. Brookln was also the main songwriter for Rue Royale, but wrote on behalf of the duo from a collective perspective. Dekker is Brookln's most personal and hopeful project to date.

Frequently asked questions about Dekker

1. what does Dekker's music sound like?

Dekker's songs sound like a quiet afternoon in nature: gentle guitars, subtle beats and a voice that gets under your skin. His music is often introspective, but never heavy. A good movie soundtrack for the little everyday moments. Perfect for calming down, reflecting or simply drifting off.

2 Why does Dekker always wear a hat?

The hat has become an integral part of Dekker's look. Whether it's style, a symbol or protection from bad weather, we don't really know. But the fact is: the wide-brimmed hat is almost as iconic as his music. It wouldn't be Dekker without it.

3. which songs by Dekker should you definitely listen to?

If you don't know Dekker yet, start with This here is Island. It's a song that immediately captures that feeling of depth and lightness. Tethered, Wrapped Around shows his strength for melodies that get under your skin, while Do It All Again is more forward without losing the quiet core. And Small Wins is one of those songs that quietly sinks its teeth into you. Each track tells a little story in its own way. Not loud, but all the more lasting.

4. will Dekker also be performing live in Germany?

Definitely! Dekker regularly tours Germany and loves smaller, special venues, such as the Gdanska Bar in Oberhausen, the Konzerthaus Dortmund or clubs in Berlin and Leipzig. His concerts are quiet rather than loud, but always intense. Just check our event calendar to find all upcoming dates in your area.

5. which vibe is Dekker the right choice for?

Dekker is perfect if you just want to take a deep breath. Whether you're planning a cozy evening at home, taking a long train ride, walking through the forest or sitting in your favorite café with headphones on. His music is calm, but never boring. More like a good inner dialog in song form. If you're in the mood for relaxed sounds with feeling that don't bombard you, but accompany you, then Dekker is just your thing.