Dutch brother duo Baby Condor are back with their latest single “Seventeen,” a lush and emotionally rich track that glides through memory, transformation, and the beauty of growing up. With a sound that blends pop, country, folk, and indie influences, “Seventeen” is a cinematic experience wrapped in orchestral warmth and vintage production. It’s a continuation of Baby Condor’s mission to create timeless, soul-infused music for the modern listener.
The song was created entirely in Mermaid Studio, a space the brothers built themselves. Nolle and Beinte Groen wrote, arranged, produced, and recorded “Seventeen” using hand-soldered gear and analogue effects that give the track its signature handcrafted feel. The result is a sound that’s melancholic yet dynamic, grounded in storytelling and elevated by soaring melodies. “Seventeen is about how the world is changing faster than anyone can keep up with,” says Nolle Groen. “It’s a reflection on growing up, losing touch with the past, and still trying to hold onto what makes us human.”
Live strings, horns, and intricate harmonies layer over organic percussion and shimmering guitars, creating a sonic landscape that nods to the golden era of songwriting. Inspired by legends like Paul Simon, Harry Nilsson, Marvin Gaye, and Brian Wilson, Baby Condor channels nostalgia into something fresh and forward-thinking. The track feels like a road trip through time, with every note echoing down sunlit coastlines and endless highways.
Since forming Baby Condor, Nolle and Beinte have poured themselves into the artistry of analogue recording and authentic songwriting. Every track is built from the ground up, a reflection of their belief that music should carry soul, story, and sincerity. “For us, authenticity in music is everything,” adds Beinte Groen. “Not just entertainment—but atmosphere, identity, and truth. ‘Seventeen’ is that pursuit captured in sound.”