Originating from Utrecht, 22AD mesmerizes with a powerful blend of stoner rock, grunge, and post-metal, influenced by bands like Deftones, Nine Inch Nails, Alice in Chains, and QOTSA. Their music creates a captivating wall of sound that blurs genre boundaries, delivering an intense and immersive experience for fans of 90s rock.

With members Sjoerd Kerssies on bass, Dirk Krijgsman on vocals and guitar, Jasper van der Steen on drums and vocals, and Stijn Bannier on keys, 22AD has shared the stage with bands like Komatsu and Apex Ten, and performed at festivals including StonerGrungFest. Their live shows feature a dynamic mix of heavy guitars, a driving rhythm section, intricate harmonies, and atmospheric synths, leading audiences on a hypnotic and surreal musical journey.