23 July 2025

GEORGE KOOYMANS, co-frounder/ guitarist/songwriter/co-vocalist of Dutch
rock icons GOLDEN EARRING (1961–2021) has passed away, aged 77, following complications with ASL (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis). His illness meant the end
of the long lasting career back in 2021.

George Kooymans on the far right – 1971

The band started their career in 1961, named The Tornados, they changed it a few times, and finally became Golden Earring in 1969. They recorded/released 25 albums. They had their greatest triumphs in Europe, but scored also some hits worldwide.

Radar Love.
No. 7 in the UK
No. 13 in the US

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Twilight Zone
Number 10 in the US in 1982