Gordon

“On again, off again... like the rhythm of rain....

Gerard Joling and Gordon fighting

...We need to decide, find an end to this game.” First they were three, then they were still three, although with a change in line-up, then they were two, then three again and now they are four! The Dutch soap opera called The Toppers have had yet another chapter written to it.

De Toppers after Moscow: Gerard Joling to replace Gordon?

De Toppers ©  Charlotte Jensen, EuroVisionary

The Dutch soap opera about De Toppers, who represented the Netherlands at the 2009 Eurovision Song Contest, continues. Gerard Joling left the extravagant trio, got replaced by Jeroen van der Boom and now rumours indicate that he might be coming back – to replace Gordon who was the reason he left in the first place!

10 videos from Dutch party – 2/2

Alexander Rybak at the Dutch party © Charlotte Jensen, EuroVisionary

Earlier we brought you five video clips from the Dutch party, To The Top With The Toppers, and now we finish this fabolous party with the remaining five videos. Among these you'll find Alexander Rybak, Svetlana Loboda and two songs from the Russian edition of Mama Mia.

10 videos from Dutch party – 1/2

Two third of Toppers, Rene Froger and Gordon © Charlotte Jensen, EuroVisionary

Toppers pulled off a fantastic party with a full concert plus performances from Alexander Rybak and Svetlana Loboda. Singers from the Russian version of the theatre edition of Mama Mia dropped by to show off their talents as well. Here are the first five videos.

Video: Toppers' recipe on happiness

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At their first press conference at the Eurovision Song Contest Toppers were asked for their recipe on happiness. See the video and find out what it is that makes Gordon, René Froger and Jeroen van der Boom three happy guys that smiles a lot.

Video: Toppers's shine at press conference with Big Band version of their entry

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If a few should have missed that Toppers is equal to a happy and fun show then they certainly are informed now after a first press conference from the Dutch representative which had more shape of an actual show! Toppers performed a Big Band version of Shine - and promised more interesting versions to come.

The Toppers started their way to Moscow

The Toppers on the way to Moscow © TROS

A series of documentaries following The Toppers way to Moscow was aired last night. Weekly programs will take the viewers behind the scenes in the preparations for doing well at the 2009 Eurovision Song Contest. First episode showed how difficult it is for the new Topper, Jeroen van der Boom to fit in.

Can three overweight middle aged men be good for my health?

I was asked how I can enjoy three middle age overweight men dressed in colourful suits singing a song that won't go down in history as something to remember, but that is what I like about De Toppers. It is fun and not too serious! I am ready for two weeks of fun with these guys in Moscow - and me and three guys might even me good for my health! 

Surprise at the Dutch press conference: Gordon wrote winning song himself!

The Toppers © Rocket/Showtime

A little well kept secret was revealed at the Dutch winning press conference where Gordon from The Toppers revealed why he was particular happy about Shine being the winning song: He wrote it himself! Not even his two other band members knew about this.

Will The Toppers shine in Moscow?

The Toppers singing Shine © TROS

For a while we have known that De Toppers, or The Toppers as they will probably be called internationally, will be representing the Netherlands at the 2009 Eurovision Song Contest. Via an open selection 300 songs suggested was cut down to six – and now one song is clear for Moscow; Shine.

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