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The Toppers are back with their ‘Wrong and Naughty, but Gold’ performances. The professional party animals are as popular as ever for almost 20 years. This also raises the question of how long the current crop of Toppers will last. Rob Goossens (33) knows who would be ideal as a replacement as soon as one Topper no longer has the strength for him, he says in The BLVD Podcast.
“You can put it in there and you have a good show”
The first day tickets could be bought for the upcoming Toppers concerts, 110,000 tickets were sold. According to Luuk Ikink, there are not many other artists who can throw a party like Jeroen van der Boom, Jan Smit, René Froger and Gerard Joling. “You have hundreds of thousands of people in the Netherlands who think that’s great and would be happy to buy a ticket.”
Gerard Joling and René Froger have been part of De Toppers since the very beginning in 2005. Rob: “You can tell from Gerard that he is getting older, but you can move the concept.” So it is not surprising if there comes a time when the ‘old hands’ slow down and make room for young growth, he says. Luuk remembers the performance of Mart Hoogkamer, Robert van Hemert, Marco Schuitmaker and Yves Berendse at the Televizier-Ring Gala. “I also thought that he had the potential for a new club, which could also take over. However, Luuk believes that it is still too early for that.
Rob agrees, but sees a unique situation for one of the young singers: “If one of the current Toppers quits, you could put Mart Hoogkamer in now and you would have a great show.
According to the podcasters, this delay should be a way to enjoy De Toppers for a long time to come. “Just by not replacing it in one fell swoop it’s still more doable than you’ll be,” said Rob. Luuk has that idea: “You can’t say: ‘The Toppers stop here, these are the new Toppers.’ The public will not accept that.”
Rob can already see in his mind: René and Gerard take a step back and take a ‘consulting role’, Jeroen gets more creative freedom, Jan stays and one by one you introduce new person “And if Mart doesn’t like it, too bad, you try another one next year,” said Rob. Luuk: “A kind of internship.”
You can listen and watch the full podcast below:
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**How might the potential retirement of members impact De Toppers’ musical direction and brand identity?**
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**World Today News: Interview with Rob Goossens and Luuk Ikink**
Welcome to World Today News, where we delve into the latest trending topics. Today, we’re discussing the future of the iconic Dutch group, De Toppers, with two insightful commentators: Rob Goossens and Luuk Ikink. Gentlemen, thank you for joining us.
**Section 1: The Enduring Popularity of De Toppers**
* **Host:** Rob, you mentioned that De Toppers remain incredibly popular. What do you think contributes to their enduring appeal, even after nearly two decades?
* **Host:** Luuk, you highlighted the immense ticket sales for their upcoming concerts. Does their popularity surprise you, or is it a testament to their unique ability to connect with audiences?
**Section 2: The Inevitability of Change**
* **Host:** Rob, you’ve also discussed the possibility of some Toppers stepping back in the future. How do you envision this transition happening smoothly, given their established fanbase?
* **Host:** Luuk, you mentioned the performance of Mart Hoogkamer and others at the Televizier-Ring Gala. Do you think these younger performers have the potential to capture the same energy and charisma as the existing Toppers?
**Section 3: Finding the Right Replacement**
* **Host:** Rob, you specifically mentioned Mart Hoogkamer as a potential replacement. What qualities does he possess that make him stand out as a suitable candidate?
* **Host:** Luuk, do you agree with Rob’s assessment of Mart Hoogkamer, or are there other emerging talents you believe could fit into the Toppers’ dynamic?
**Section 4: Preserving the Legacy**
* **Host:** Both of you have alluded to the importance of a gradual transition. How do you think De Toppers can best honor their legacy while ensuring the group’s future viability?
* **Host:** Do you think it’s essential for any new members to maintain the traditional “Toppers” sound, or should they be encouraged to bring their own musical influences to the group?
**Section 5: Looking Ahead**
* **Host:** Rob, can you elaborate on your vision of a potential mentoring role for the existing Toppers as new members are introduced?
* **Host:** Luuk, looking forward, how do you see the future of Dutch popular music evolving, and where do you see De Toppers fitting into that landscape?
**Host:** Thank you, Rob and Luuk, for sharing your insights on this fascinating topic. We wish De Toppers all the best for their continued success.
We hope this insightful interview has sparked a deeper conversation about the future of De Toppers and the ever-evolving world of Dutch music.
