Gitta de Ridder

Meet the captivating GITTA DE RIDDER, whose musical journey has taken her from the Dutch ‘new lands’ of Flevoland to the heart of the British indie-folk scene. She creates songs that touch the soul, a true antidote for any heart in need. Gitta's enchanting presence has been likened to a fusion of Joni Mitchell's depth and Mary Poppins' charm, radiating love, warmth, and introspection. Inspired by her musings on cultural identity, she embarked on an 8-month odyssey across Europe culminating in her 3rd album, the 8-track masterpiece 'To Our Children,' a melodic treasure capturing the essence of her wanderings. With a sound that resonates echoes of Paul Simon's 'Graceland' and the early releases of Scandinavian songstress Ane Brun. Gitta's music embraces simplicity and purity, each note a captivating tale of human connection with ourselves and others. As she works on her highly anticipated 4th studio album, her audience eagerly awaits the next chapter of her soulful journey.

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“Feathers is a holistic singer-songwriting performance of the highest order, gentle, simple yet ultimately stunning” || 4* R2 Magazine ||


“In a world where there’s no shortage of fine female singer/songwriters, make no mistake, de Ridder’s up there with the best of them” || ‘Acoustic Magazine UK’ ||