Doe Maar is an iconic Dutch pop band largely credited with leading the ska revival in the Netherlands during the early 1980s. Formed in 1978 by Ernst Jansz (keyboards, vocals) and Piet Dekker (bass guitar) who later brought in Henny Vrienten (lead vocal, bass guitar) and Jan Hendriks (guitar), the group started by blending pop with reggae and punk influences, a combination that rapidly garnered a considerable young following. Their distinct blend of accessible melodies and socially-conscious lyrics, often dealing with themes of love, adolescence, and disillusionment, resonated deeply with Dutch youth.

Doe Maar reached the peak of their fame with albums like "Skunk" (1981), "Doris Day en Andere Stukken" (1982), and "4us" (1983), which became huge commercial successes. This period saw an intense Doe Maar-mania, comparable to Beatlemania of the 1960s. Despite splitting up in 1984 due to the pressure of fame, the band has since reunited multiple times and released records like "Klaar" in 2000 and "Versies / Limmen Tapes" in 2012. Their live album "Lijf Aan Lijf" showcases their electrifying performances, which continue to draw crowds as generations old and new discover the musicianship and relevance of Doe Maar's enduring legacy. Their most famous singles such as "De Bom," "1 Nacht Alleen," and "Pa" are pivotal to the Dutch music scene and remain significant in the pantheon of Nederpop historia.

Genres

Dutch Cabaret

Dutch Pop

Dutch Rock

Nederpop

Nederreggae

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Latest Release

Versies / Limmen Tapes

Doe Maar

Album - 16 Tracks - Released January 1, 2012