Little Steve & the Big Beat ignite the stage with their electrifying Rhythm & Blues music, setting the night ablaze with their original songs, scorching guitar and saxophone solos, commanding vocals, while the rhythm section lays down a big groove that's impossible to resist, leaving audiences clapping their hands and tapping their feet. While they pay homage to tradition, Little Steve & the Big Beat don't just imitate – they carve out their distinctive voice in this expressive musical genre.

Currently, the band is crafting their new album, which is set to be released in 2024.

Little Steve & the Big Beat have played stages at festivals and clubs both in their home country and abroad, such as Blues Peer (BE), De Zwarte Cross (NL), Breda Jazz Festival (NL), Seven Nights to Blues (FR), Nuit Du Blues (FR), and North Sea Jazz Club (NL), among many others.

Their single "Brand New Man", released in December 2014, received regular airplay on Belgian national radio. Their album 'Another Man' (November 2016) climbed to the top 3 of the most played albums in the UK, as recognized by the Independent Blues Broadcasters Association in January 2017. The Dutch Blues Foundation also acknowledged their talent, nominating them for "Best Band," "Best Vocalist," and "Best Drummer" at the Dutch Blues Awards in 2015.

Located in the Netherlands, the band embarked on their musical journey in January 2013. Within a short span, Little Steve & the Big Beat earned glowing reviews.

In 2015, they toured with Texan guitar virtuoso Mike Morgan. While November 2016 witnessed the highly anticipated release of their debut CD, "Another Man," a record that received great reviews:

"Only the best of the best musicians can swing like this." - Lust for Life

"An incredibly pleasant listening experience." - Jazzism

"Roll out the 'vintage zebracarpet' for Little Steve & the Big Beat. Irresistible!" - Written in Music

"What else does a person want? Listen to them once and you are sold!" - CtrlAltCountry

"The hottest Dutch rhythm and blues sensation ever, a sublime horn section, stunnin' rhythm section, and this Little Steve is an excellent guitarslinger with a soulful voice too." - Rootsville

The band’s lineup features Steven van der Nat on vocals and guitar, Martijn van Toor on tenor saxophone, Evert Hoedt on baritone saxophone, Bird Stevens on bass, and Jody van Ooijen on drums.

“The productions sounds fantastic and the band swings like no other. Only the best of the best musicians can swing like this, that’s why we give these new kids on the block a big fat four stars!” - Lust for Life

"This band is unbelievably good!" - Back To The Roots Magazine

"An incredibly pleasant listening experience." – Jazzism

“Debut album ‘Another Man’ reminds us of 60’s Stax recordings.” – Gitarist

“He’s got a nice voice and plays guitar excellently. Little Steve & the Big Beat show us how to mix R’n’B with rock ‘n roll!” – Music Maker

"Little Stevie and the Big Beat proved a real coup. See them and you'll understand what all the fuss is about!" - Blues Matters!

"Terrific band!" - Mark Hummel

"Great guys and they have a real tight sound - a tuff band!" - Charles Baty

"Tight band with superb vocals. The guitar solos made the hairs stand up on the back of your neck - an outstanding performance." - Blues in Britain

"Roll out the 'vintage zebracarpet' for Little Steve & the Big Beat. Irrisitable!" - Written in Music

"A fantastic CD! This new band doesn’t just come knocking at the door, they kick it wide open." – Rootstime

"What else does a person want? Listen to them once and you are sold!" – CtrlAltCountry

“It's like you shake James Hunter and Si Cranstoun in a bowl and you become the hottest Dutch rhythm and blues sensation ever, a sublime horn section, stunnin' rhythm section and this Little Steve is an excellent guitarslinger with a soulful voice too!” - Rootsville