Nick Schilder has confirmed that while he is currently committed to his solo career, he has not ruled out a future reunion with Simon Keizer. According to an interview with AXEDLife, the Volendam-based singer stated that while there are no immediate plans for a comeback, he acknowledges that many musical acts eventually return to the stage together after initially parting ways.
Current Status of the Nick & Simon Partnership
The duo, known for hits such as Rosanne, Pak Maar M’n Hand, and Kijk Omhoog, officially announced their split in 2022 after 17 years of collaboration. Since that time, Nick Schilder has shifted his focus toward establishing himself as an independent artist.
“For now, I am enjoying what I am doing,” Schilder told AXEDLife. “If I look at the coming years, I cannot say: ‘Something is coming.'”
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Nick & Simon were a duo for 17 years before their split in 2022. Their catalog remains popular.
The Possibility of a Future Comeback
Despite the lack of current plans, Schilder remains open to the idea of a reunion, citing the historical patterns of other bands. He noted that many artists who declare they will “never” perform together again often reverse that decision later in their careers.
“You just don’t know,” Schilder remarked regarding the unpredictability of the music industry. He emphasized that the personal relationship between him and Keizer remains positive, though the dynamic has naturally shifted since they stopped working together.
Changes in Personal Connection
Schilder admitted that the frequency of his contact with Keizer has decreased significantly. He identified the “common denominator” of creating music as the primary driver that previously maintained their communication. Without the shared professional workload, he noted that they speak less often than he would ideally prefer.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Are Nick & Simon officially back together? No. As of the latest reports, both artists are focused on their respective solo careers.
- Why did Nick & Simon stop performing together? They announced their decision to go their separate ways in 2022 after 17 years of working together as a duo.
- Is there a bad relationship between Nick and Simon? No. Nick Schilder has confirmed that their personal relationship remains good, despite having less contact than when they were actively making music together.
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