Dutch musicians died in Stroke
Here are 2 famous musicians from Netherlands died in Stroke:
Johannes Heesters
Johannes Heesters (December 5, 1903 Amersfoort-December 24, 2011 Starnberg) also known as Johan Marius Nicolaas Heesters, Jopie, Herr Jopie, Grandseigneur Heesters, Joe Heesters, Johannes M.N. Heesters, Johan Heesters, Johan Marius Nicolaas Johannes Heesters or Johannes was a Dutch singer and actor. He had two children, Nicole Heesters and Wiesje Heesters.
His discography includes: Johannes Heesters, Platinum Stars, Ich werde 100 Jahre alt, and .
Johannes Heesters was considered a popular actor and singer in the German-speaking world. He began his career in the late 1920s as a performer in operettas and musicals. He appeared in numerous films throughout his career, including Die Fledermaus (1962) and The Student Prince (1960). He booked his last performance in 2010 at the age of 106, making him the oldest performing artist ever recorded. Despite his long and successful career, Heesters was controversial for his appearances on Nazi propaganda events in the 1940s.
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Rick van der Linden
Rick van der Linden (August 5, 1946 Badhoevedorp-January 22, 2006 Groningen) also known as Linden, van der, Rick was a Dutch musician.
His albums: Hommage aan Rogier van Otterloo. Genres he performed: Rock music and Progressive rock.
Van der Linden was a renowned keyboardist, composer, and founder of the famous Dutch progressive rock bands Ekseption and Trace. He was known for his virtuosity on the Hammond organ and his unique arrangements of classical music.
Van der Linden began his music career as a classical pianist, but his interest in jazz and rock led him to form Ekseption in 1967. The band achieved international success with their fusion of classical and rock music, and Van der Linden's keyboard skills were a key part of their sound.
After leaving Ekseption, Van der Linden formed Trace in 1974, which released three albums, including the critically acclaimed “Trace” and “Birds”. Apart from his work with these two bands, Van der Linden also composed and recorded several solo albums.
Van der Linden's influence on the Dutch music scene cannot be overstated, and he is remembered as one of the greatest keyboardists of his generation.
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