Sam Gooris - Basket Sloefkes

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Review by Matt Baldwin

Basket Sloefkes by Sam Gooris: A Quirky Belgian Pop Gem from '98 That Still Sticks Let’s get one thing straight—when I first heard Basket Sloefkes by Sam Gooris, my brain did a little double-take. Like, what even is this? Released back in 1998 under CNR Music, it’s not your typical pop album. It feels more like someone decided to throw a party for their own weird sense of humor and invited us all along for the ride. And honestly? That's kinda beautiful. First off, shoutout to producers Berre Bergen and Mon ‘S Jegers because they clearly had fun with this project. The title track “Basket Sloefkes” hits you right away—it’s catchy as hell but also has this cheeky edge that makes you wanna bob your head while questioning your life choices. There’s something about how Sam Gooris delivers those lyrics; it’s playful yet oddly sincere. You can tell he doesn’t take himself too seriously, which is refreshing in an era where every other artist was trying way too hard to be cool. Then there’s the instrumental version of “Basket Sloefkes.” Now, usually, instrumentals feel like filler tracks, ya know? But here, it works. Without vocals, you really notice the layers—the bouncy beats, the quirky synths, the overall vibe just screams late-night drives through empty Belgian streets (or maybe that’s just me romanticizing). This version sticks with me because it strips everything down and lets the melody shine on its own. It’s almost hypnotic, like listening to rain patter against a window when you’re supposed to be asleep. What makes this album memorable isn’t perfection—it’s personality. Listening to Basket Sloefkes feels like hanging out with that one friend who always says the unexpected thing at the exact right moment. Sure, some parts are messy, and yeah, it might not appeal to everyone. But that’s the charm. It’s unpolished, raw, and unabashedly itself. And hey, here’s a random thought: if aliens ever landed in Belgium in ’98 and asked for a snapshot of human creativity, handing them this album wouldn’t be the worst idea. They’d probably beam it back to their home planet, confused but intrigued. Because let’s face it—this record is pure Earth weirdness wrapped up in a shiny pop bow. So yeah, give Basket Sloefkes a spin sometime. Just don’t blame me if you find yourself humming “Basket Sloefkes” days later, unable to shake it off.

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Artist: Sam Gooris
Album: Basket Sloefkes
Rating: 2.33

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Filename: sam-gooris-basket-sloefkes.zip
  • MP3 size: 9.8 mb
  • FLAC size: 74.8 mb

Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Basket Sloefkes (Instrumental)3:01
Basket Sloefkes3:01

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Catalog Numbers

2102300

Labels

CNR Music

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Formats

  • CD
  • Single

Companies

RoleCompany
Phonographic Copyright (p)CNR Music
Copyright (c)CNR Music
Marketed ByCNR Music
Distributed ByCNR Music
Published ByArcade Music Publishing
Pressed ByDureco

Credits

RoleCredit
ProducerBerre Bergen, Mon 'S Jegers

Notes

  • Published by Arcade Publishing nv
  • Made in Belgium
  • Issued in a cardboard sleeve

Barcodes

  • Barcode (Text): 5 411530 023004
  • Barcode: 5411530023004
  • Rights Society: Sabam
  • Matrix / Runout: (DUR-NL) 01 2102300
  • Mastering SID Code: IFPI L371

About Sam Gooris

Belgian singer born on April 10th, 1973 in Bonheiden, Belgium. Made Dutch language covers of Top 30 hits. He was inactive as a recording artist since 1998, but made a new album in 2011. Married to .n

Real Name

    • Sam Gooris

Name Vars

  • Gooris

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: The Belgian pop album *Basket Sloefkes* by Sam Gooris, released in 1998, has a quirky charm to it. It includes just two tracks—the titular song and its instrumental version. Produced by Berre Bergen and Mon 'S Jegers, the album keeps things simple but memorable. It's like a little time capsule from late '90s Belgium!