Golden Earring is a rock band hailing from The Hague, Netherlands, with a career that spans over five decades, marked by an extensive catalog of hits and a dedicated fanbase across the globe. Formed in 1961 under the name 'The Tornadoes', and later changing to 'Golden Earrings' before finally settling on 'Golden Earring' in 1969, the group consists of frontman Barry Hay, guitarist George Kooymans, bassist Rinus Gerritsen, and drummer Cesar Zuiderwijk. They achieved international stardom with their 1973 hit "Radar Love," a driving anthem that became a staple on rock radio and a crowd favorite. The band further established their status in the rock hierarchy with the release of "Moontan," which has been remastered and expanded along with a selection of their other albums.

Golden Earring has showcased an impressive adaptability throughout their long-running career, evolving with the times without losing the core essence of their hard-rocking sound. They have produced an enduring body of work, including memorable albums such as "Cut," "Eight Miles High," and "Millbrook USA," and celebrated their impressive journey with electrifying live performances, documented in releases like "Live In Ahoy" and the commemorative "Last Blast Of The Century." Their later releases, such as "Tits 'n Ass" and "The Hague," reassure their fans that the band's creative energy remains unabated. "Say When," released in 2019, demonstrated that Golden Earring could still deliver fresh and engaging music, reinforcing their status as legends of rock.

Genres

Album Rock

Dutch Prog

Dutch Rock

Nederpop

Related Artists

Blue Öyster Cult

Thin Lizzy

Status Quo

Nazareth

Deep Purple

Steppenwolf

Rainbow

Foghat

UFO

Focus

TOTO

Journey

Latest Release

Back Home - The Complete Leiden Concert 1984 (Remastered & Expanded)

Golden Earring

Album - 18 Tracks - Released April 26, 2024