Jelle Denturck, frontman of DIRK., is known for making plenty of noise, but beneath the surface, he’s a true softy, with a deep love for melancholic indie pop and rock, from Bowie to Sufjan Stevens. With his solo project Dressed Like Boys, he finally explores the side of himself that doesn’t always show up in DIRK.: personal stories about freedom, friendship, love, sexuality, and even the darker sides of life. Musically, he draws on 70s influences, blending tape recorders, Rhodes, strings, and piano to create a warm, intimate sound. With this project, Denturck turns the volume down to let listeners peek into his heart and soul.