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Kwartet Niek Hilkmann - Koele Meren

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Kwartet Niek Hilkmann - Koele MerenKleffe krentenbollen bij het tankstation. Met een bandnaam die doet vermoeden dat we hier met een wat ouwelijk jazzcombo te maken hebben, zou je niet verwachten dat dit een van de eerste zinnen op Koele Meren, het nieuwe album van Kwartet Niek Hilkmann, is. Je zou Niek Hilkmann gerust de Nederlandse Jonathan Richman kunnen noemen. De deadpan observaties en existentile, introspectieve teksten roepen herinneringen op aan het beste werk van de man.

“Kleffe krentenbollen bij het tankstation.” Met een bandnaam die doet vermoeden dat we hier met een wat ouwelijk jazzcombo te maken hebben, zou je niet verwachten dat dit een van de eerste zinnen op Koele Meren, het nieuwe album van Kwartet Niek Hilkmann, is.

Je zou Niek Hilkmann gerust de Nederlandse Jonathan Richman kunnen noemen. De deadpan observaties en existentiële, introspectieve teksten roepen herinneringen op aan het beste werk van de man. Richman keek destijds voor inspiratie naar The Velvet Underground en het is duidelijk dat de instrumentale fundamenten van 'Koele Meren' ook deels schatplichtig zijn aan de primitieve rock 'n' roll van Reed, Cale, Morrison en Tucker.

Door je steeds weer te verrassen met onverwachte observaties en vondsten, krijgt de luisteraar een inkijkje in het hoofd van Hilkmann. Hij pelt zichzelf af als ware het een ui en de toehoorder ontdekt onder elke laag weer een existentieel onderwerp dat de Rotterdamse liedjesschrijver bezighoudt. Het zijn vaak gewichtige thema's, maar het kwartet laat genoeg ruimte voor een luchtige noot en verpakt het geheel in pakkende liedjes.

Koele Meren is daarom een plaat geworden die aan de oppervlakte luistert als een uitstekend Nederlandstalig alternatief popalbum, maar bij nadere bestudering een verzameling songs prijsgeeft waar iedereen die wel eens worstelt met het hoe en waarom van dit leven troost en herkenning in zal vinden. “Er is nog niets verloren, het zit alleen maar tussen mijn oren”.

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Carnegie, US
★★★★★ 5
Good value, packed nice and small for travel or gifting, fluffs up thick
I ordered this throw - which, by the way, is OEKO-tex and CERTipur rated - because I don't have a white, fluffy throw in my otherwise cream and tan colored house. It arrived vacuum sealed and wrapped with a bow in a miniscule bag measuring 2" x 8" by 8". If you want to travel, say on a cruise ship or on a vacation for a week, and bring a comfort item, this is for you. It's so small that it won't take up hardly any room in your suitcase, but once you arrive at your destination, wow. It expands and fluffs up beautifully. It's super soft and really thick and comfy. It washes and dries very well. (On a cruise ship you could wash in the shower and wring, then hang to dry - it would probably dry overnight, or faster out on the balcony). I tried to get a close-up of the fluffiness but my camera wouldn't cooperate. At $15.99 it's competitively priced and comes with the added bonus of being vacuum sealed. Also has a instruction booklet for keeping the throw looking its best. Highly recommended.
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Miranda Alsdurf
Houston, US
★★★★★ 5
A Perfect Throw Blanket For Your Lounging Area
I absolutely love this throw blanket, I sleep with it every night. It is incredibly soft and looks very nice laid out on a bed or couch. The size of it is perfect to cover me up, as im on the shorter side (5'4). It holds up well in a washing machine and dryer too. It keeps me nice and warm at night without getting overheated. Overall this blanket is a great addition to my home that I bought one for my husband and our daughter as well. I really like these blankets and think theyre worth their value.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 20, 2026
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Cindy R.
Pawtucket, US
★★★★★ 5
Extra Cozy, Generously Sized, and Perfect for Snuggling
This throw blanket is an excellent buy. The price is great, and the sizing is even better than expected. It’s listed as 50 by 60 inches, and while the width is right at 50 inches, the length is definitely longer, closer to about 63 or 64 inches. You can see in my photos that it goes past the full length of my tape measure, which even has an extra couple of inches at the end with no markings. That extra length is a nice bonus. As for comfort, it absolutely lives up to the description. It’s warm, fluffy, and incredibly soft. It’s one of those blankets you just want to wrap up in and stay there. Perfect for getting cozy on the couch. I do have some larger throw blankets, and while those are great when you want something more like a full blanket, this size is much better as an actual throw. It’s very manageable, covers you generously, and still looks neat and intentional draped over a couch or chair instead of looking like a full blanket left out. The stitching is well done with no loose threads anywhere, and the overall quality feels really nice. It’s light but substantial and cozy enough to warm you up and definitely take the chill off. The white color is especially beautiful. It looks clean, fresh, and honestly feels like being wrapped in a fluffy cloud. It also comes packaged very nicely, making it a great option for gifting. This is a super cozy, well-made blanket with generous sizing and a great price. Definitely a five-star purchase.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 29, 2026
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New York, US
★★★★★ 5
Soft, Cozy, and Great Value Blanket
I bought this throw blanket for the couch and was pleasantly surprised by the quality. It arrived shrink wrapped, so at first it looked a bit flat, but once I opened it and let it fluff up, it became really soft and cozy. The microfiber material feels smooth and gentle on the skin, and the flannel fleece texture adds extra warmth without feeling heavy. I’ve been using it while relaxing in the evenings, and it’s the perfect balance of lightweight and warm. The striped design gives it a nice, clean look that works well with different decor styles. It also seems well made, with good stitching and no loose threads so far. For the price, it’s an excellent find. It looks good, feels comfortable, and is great for everyday use on the couch or even as an extra layer on the bed.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 1, 2026
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Tammy Deaville
Lexington, US
★★★★★ 5
Like a Cloud! Very Nice Quality!
This throw is one of the nicest at this price point I've ever ordered. There are throws you get that you use every day and throws you get for decor and a statement. This is a very nice statement piece! I'm older with no pets and white doesn't scare me anymore. I wanted a great throw for my dark grey couch to set off my throw pillows and to just brighten up the space. This is a nice THICK throw, its fluffy compared to most throws in the $20-$30 price range and costs less! It is a 100% polyester fabric and will wash well every time. Simply designed with long puffy stripes and a nice texture they are not thin. It's a warm throw without being heavy at all. I would definitely buy others but only needed one in white this was a great value! It did not disappoint it was more than I expected!
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Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2026

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