nuNov 1, 2026, 11:06

Bente gains new fanbase thanks to Beste Zangers: 'More of a listening audience'

Singer Bente Fokkens reports a major expansion of her fanbase following her participation in the TV program Beste Zangers last year. The artist is now releasing her latest album, DWARS, which features fourteen diverse tracks and reflects her growth in the Dutch music scene.

Singer Bente Fokkens has experienced a significant boost in her musical career following her participation in the television program Beste Zangers one year ago. Her song Kan Je Me Zien climbed the Dutch charts, while her other performances from the show have generated millions of streams on platforms like Spotify. The twenty-six-year-old artist notes that her fanbase has shifted from a primarily younger demographic to a much broader audience, creating a more diverse mix of listeners at her shows. While long-time fans initially had to adjust to this change, Bente welcomes the inclusive atmosphere at her concerts.

This week, the singer is releasing her new album titled DWARS, which marks her first studio project since the surge in her popularity. The record features fourteen tracks that explore various musical styles, making it difficult to categorize into a single genre. Bente describes the new music as a collection of songs that feel authentic to her personal artistic vision as she continues to develop her career in the Netherlands.

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Based on reporting by nu. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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