Vinz made his first songs in 1998, inspired by pre-WWII blues, detached art rock and industrial ambiences. The songs appeared on several compilations (Blokhiton, Chelonia Mydas, Boyz Revenge). His version of « Always on my mind » was praised by Les Inrockuptibles for its moving simplicity. After winning a demo contest organized by Ancienne Belgique (Brussels) in 2005, other musicians joined for the sake of depth and intensity on stage: Teuk Henri (Sharko - guitar)