The circle was
never broken.

Marieke graduated with great distinction from Tilburg Conservatory, where she studied Music Theatre with a major in vocals. After completing her degree, she began working as a vocal and performance coach at several academies, training programmes and schools.

Alongside her work as a coach, Marieke is an experienced live vocalist. She toured the United States with Lords of Acid and performs with IMPACT at festivals including Alcatraz. In Circle Unbroken, her technique, versatility and theatrical background shape the band’s melodic and expressive identity.

Rik began on bass before switching to guitar and building a career defined by technical discipline, composition and instrumental performance.

He was a finalist in the 1993 Ibanez Guitar Awards Benelux at Ahoy Rotterdam and later a global finalist for Vigier Guitars and Orange Amps in Paris. His recording credits include Frozen Rain’s Ahead of Time, Sapphire Eyes and his own project Rik Priem’s Prime.

Born in Russia, Vassili graduated from the Moscow Academy of Music as a transverse flautist before finding his voice on bass in pop and heavy metal bands.

After moving to Belgium in the early 1990s, he worked with a wide range of successful musicians. His experience, weight and musical instinct now anchor the low end of Circle Unbroken.

Founder, composer and keyboard player Franky has shaped Circle Unbroken from the very beginning. His writing and arrangements form the musical backbone of the band.

Alongside his work as a piano teacher, Franky has performed across a broad range of styles and projects. He is currently writing the new material that drives Circle Unbroken’s next chapter.

Kris has been performing since the age of six. His background in classical percussion and jazz drums gives him a broad musical vocabulary built around power, dynamics, groove and drive.

Alongside Circle Unbroken, he works as a freelance studio and live musician and performs in several active projects.