Soulwax: Belgian band blending alternative rock and electronic music

Members and collaborators

The group’s core live lineup has included long-term contributors who help translate studio material into a stage show. Collaborators have varied by project, but a typical configuration includes:

• David Dewaele — songwriting, vocals, synths and guitar
• Stephen Dewaele — songwriting, keyboards, production and programming
• Stefaan Van Leuven — bass
• Steve Slingeneyer — drums

History and development

Soulwax emerged from the Belgian underground and built an audience by combining rock instrumentation with electronic production techniques. As their sound evolved they embraced remix culture and DJing, leading to parallel identities such as 2manydjs and The Flying Dewaele Brothers. A pivotal phase came when the band reworked their material into more dancefloor-focused arrangements, which broadened their touring opportunities and introduced them to festival and club circuits around the world.

Style, production and influence

The band is notable for blending live-band energy with club aesthetics: punchy rhythms, layered synths, and an ear for edits and mashups that work in both concert halls and dancefloors. Soulwax members have produced remixes for other artists, hosted audiovisual shows and brought a DJ mentality to band performances, influencing artists who move between rock and electronic scenes.

Live shows, projects and legacy

Live presentations range from conventional band concerts to extended DJ sets and multimedia shows that emphasize continuous flow and reimagined versions of recorded tracks. Their cross-disciplinary approach — alternating between albums, remixes and DJ culture — has made them a touchstone for acts seeking to bridge popular club music and alternative rock traditions. Besides touring, the Dewaele brothers have appeared on television and curated programs that explore electronic music culture.

Further information

For official information, discographies, interviews and tour updates see: official site, selected discography, interviews and features and tour and ticket information.