We get you heard
Music and sound for artists, brands and creators
Never Square Music is an Amsterdam-based creative studio on a mission to produce music and sound that resonate over time, moving people and making heads bop.
Songs, soundtracks and strategies
We are music makers and sound creators, providing end-to-end solutions for your project. From music search and licensing to bespoke composition, sonic branding, sound design, audio post-production and final mix – we get you heard.
Our portfolio
BBC NL Sonic Branding & Idents 2025
Sonic Branding Strategy & Development, Music Composition & Production, Sound Design, Final Mix
RTL Nieuws & Entertainment app
Sound Design, VO Recording, Audio-Post Production and Final Mix
ASICS ‘GEL-NIMBUS™ 25‘ campaign
Sound Design, Audio-Post Production, Final Mix
Basic-Fit ‘Making Fitness A Basic‘
Music Production, Original Composition, Sound Design, Audio-Post Production and Final Mix.
Breugem X Howdy
Sound Design, Music Production, Audio-Post Production and Final Mix
Ziggo ‘Huiskamer van toen’
Music Composition & Production, Sound Design, Audio-Post Production, Final Mix
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Services & Capabilities
We help artists, brands and creative teams in the domains of:
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Our team and roster of composers and sound designers will craft a unique and memorable soundtrack tailored to your project. Take your commercial, film, game, or podcast to the next level with a custom soundtrack.
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Our sonic branding services help brands to create a unique and memorable sonic identity. From sound logos to brandscores and UX/UI sounds to artist partnerships, we'll work with you to develop a customized audio strategy that will help you establish a strong emotional connection with your audience.
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Bring your project to life with professional sound design. From sound effects to foley recording a dialogue editing, our team will create a unique audio experience that immerses your audience.
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We handle everything from dialogue editing and sound design to mixing and mastering. Let us bring your film, game, podcast, or other audio project to the next level with our audio post-production services to professional standards.
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Whether you're looking for a hit single, an emotional ballad, or a background score, our team and network of experienced songwriters will craft the melody for your message.
For songwriters and artists, we're your guide through the music maze – honing your sound, boosting your portfolio, and connecting you with key industry players. -
We not only care for your music but also provide a home for your record production. Our studio and its production team will deliver services consistent with each one of the processes, from pre-production to recording, mixing, and mastering. Let us help you create a professional and polished final product.
On our playlist
“Music is probably the only real magic I have encountered in my life. It’s pure and it’s real. It moves, it heals.”
— Tom Petty
MEET THE TEAM
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Steve Johnsen
FOUNDER, EXECUTIVE MUSIC PRODUCER
Steve is a music producer and sonic director based in Amsterdam, and founder of Never Square Music. With over 20 years of experience, his career includes roles at MassiveMusic and Antfood, developing music and sound for brands and artists. He specializes in music production, sonic branding, and record production. Alongside his studio work, he is active as a sound meditation guide, bringing a deep listening approach to how sound is felt. With a background in songwriting and a lifelong passion for music, Steve brings clarity, depth and creativity to every project. -
Sietze Rademaker
DIRECTOR OF NEW BUSINESS, AUDIO BRANDING STRATEGIST
With over 20 years in the music, advertising, and tech industries, Sietze is a seasoned expert in audio branding and business development. His career includes roles at Sixième Son, Spotify, and MassiveMusic, where he honed his expertise in music publishing, labels, streaming, and audio branding. Sietze specializes in integrating music with brand identities to create impactful experiences. His strategic vision and client-centered approach position him as a pivotal figure in evolving audio branding, ensuring that brands resonate deeply with their audiences.
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Julia Mandoki
CREATIVE DEVELOPMENT MANAGER, COMPOSER, ENGINEER
A versatile creative professional with experience in composing, songwriting, performing, and sound engineering. With a passion for music, sound and lucid dreaming she has worked on a range of projects including TV productions, commercials, and corporate audio branding. Julia's fluency in multiple languages brings a diverse cultural perspective to her work. She is also a graduate, and now a teacher, at Abbey Road Institute, highlighting her dedication to achieving the highest standards in the music industry.
Contact us
Steve Johnsen, Founder/Executive Music Producer
T: +316 2481 5590
Our studio is situated at ”Art City” within the iconic NDSM Warehouse, located in Amsterdam's vibrant North district.
Visiting address:
Never Square Music
c/o Noise Room
NDSM-Plein 153
1033 WB Amsterdam
The Netherlands
Postal address:
Never Square Music
Bankastraat 45-I
1094 EB Amsterdam
The Netherlands
KvK: 62075373