Dutch Levenslied Music Thrives with New Generation
The Netherlands' beloved 'levenslied' genre, a sentimental and brassy folk-pop, is booming with young fans. We explore its roots and modern evolution at Amsterdam's Muziekfeest van het Jaar.
The Netherlands' beloved 'levenslied' genre, a sentimental and brassy folk-pop, is booming with young fans. We explore its roots and modern evolution at Amsterdam's Muziekfeest van het Jaar.
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