Doe Maar drummer Jan Pijnenburg (70) dies suddenly in Spain
Jan Pijnenburg, the 70-year-old drummer for the band Doe Maar, has died suddenly at his home in Spain. He was a prominent figure in the Dutch music scene, known for his work with Doe Maar and the band Shocking Blue.
Jan Pijnenburg, the drummer for the influential Dutch band Doe Maar, has passed away unexpectedly at the age of 70 while residing in Andalusia, Spain. He was discovered unresponsive after taking a nap at his home on Thursday, shortly after having spent his morning running errands. His friend, musician Harry Niehof, confirmed the sudden nature of his passing on social media. Pijnenburg had been living in southern Spain with his wife for several years before his death.
Joining Doe Maar in 1982 as the successor to René van Collem, Pijnenburg became a staple of the group's sound on recordings like the live album Lijf aan lijf and the 2000 reunion project Klaar. Beyond his work with Doe Maar, he collaborated frequently with singer Henny Vrienten and performed as a member of the band Shocking Blue. His career was marked by significant contributions to the Dutch music scene, though details regarding his funeral arrangements have not yet been announced.
Based on reporting by nu. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.
