Jan met Sims and Maggie, of Harmonious Wail, in the late 1990ies while touring the US with the Robin Nolan Trio.

What fun it was to host an evening with these musical friends in Kapitein Zeppos in 2015 when they toured Europe. The Pigalle44 trio supported them in a fun packed evening of songs. Karin van Kooten joined band as well for some tunes.