Human Assholes

Description

For a decade, Personal Trainer has been the ever-evolving creative project of singer-songwriter Willem Smit, who has grown from Amsterdam's underground scene into a successful international touring band. An electrifying force in modern indie rock, Personal Trainer blends sharp wit, boundless energy, and irresistible melodies. Their upcoming third album, Human Assholes, oscillates between playful absurdity and gentle melancholy. Smit has always been reluctant to take on the role of frontman. Previously absorbed in meticulous, precise recording, Smit and producer Casper van der Lans changed their approach. This time, they prioritized immediacy: writing on acoustic guitar and recording live with the full band. The result? A warmer, more organic sound, evident in irresistible tracks like "Tyres Skid," "Scrambled Egg," and "Punch Drunk Love." Bolstered by years of touring, the band embraced imperfection and spontaneity. For Smit, Human Assholes ultimately reaffirms music as a shared, collaborative process, but also as a personal refuge.