The metal studs

The Metal Studs are a Dutch classic rock cover band formed in 2023 after bassist Barend Courbois and guitarist Ruud de Gruijter reconnected on the Monsters of Rock Cruise and decided to start a band without limits on song choice or show. The lineup includes musicians who have played with acts such as Michael Schenker Group, Doro and Walter Trout, including Jaycee Cuijpers (vocals), Zibby Krebs (guitar), Roland Bakker (keys) and Johnny Dee (drums). The band covers classics by Van Halen, Rainbow, Whitesnake, Led Zeppelin, Black Sabbath and Journey.