Formed in 2015
Broers + Klazinga are a Dutch symphonic rock band, formed in Boskoop, the Netherlands, in July 2015. The band consists of Jacob Broers, Gerben Klazinga and Mark Smit.
Both Broers and Klazinga play the keyboards, whilst Gerben Klazinga also plays bass, rhythm guitar and drums. Mark Smit is the lead vocalist.
It all began with a present from a friend of Jacob Broers for a one-hour piano lesson at the studio of Knight Area Productions of Gerben Klazinga in Boskoop, the Netherlands, at the end of 2014, where Jacob Broers told Gerben Klazinga that he wanted to make symphonic rock music instead. The result was the track ‘Iconoclast’.
‘Burdens Of The Mind’
Despite the fact that Gerben Klazinga, founder and member of the Dutch neo-progressive rock band Knight Area (http://knightarea.com/), had no intention to start a new project, he was so enthusiastic about the result of the co-operation that they decided to make an album together. After five years this resulted in their debut album ‘Burdens Of The Mind’ in August 2020.
Several guest musicians have contributed to this album, including but not limited to Mark Smit on vocals and Mark Bogert on guitar.
On 26 March 2021 their debut album ‘Burdens Of The Mind’ was released worldwide.
Tokai Bar
Besides Broers + Klazinga, Jacob Broers and Gerben Klazinga have also another exciting project called Tokai Bar, a series of symphonic dance and lounge albums. On 7 October 2022 Tokai Bar released it’s debut album ‘Volume II; Ocean Drive’. Symphonic dance and lounge is electronic dance music, respectively lounge music, with symphonic rock influences.
At the end of 2022 Broers + Klazinga started recording new tracks of their second album, called ‘Second Thoughts’. In the mean time they have released four tracks: Iconoclast – indeed, the (remastered) first track they have ever recorded; The Mirror – featuring Nadine Pruim-Bogert on vocals; Delusional – featuring Mark Bogert on lead guitar; and Read Me. As with ‘Burdens Of The Mind’, Broers + Klazinga is very pleased to inform you that Mark Smit is again their lead vocalist.And Then There Were Three
And Then There Were Three
And more than that, having started as a duo, Broers + Klazinga realized that the participation of Mark Smit is so complementary and important, that they have requested Mark to become the third member of the band Broers + Klazinga.
Having Second Thoughts, the duo became a triumvirate. Rightfully: And Then There Were Three!
‘Second Thoughts’
On 20 December 2024, they released their highly anticipated second album ‘Second Thoughts’.
After the success of their debut album ‘Burdens of the Mind’ the band has been hard at work crafting an even more ambitious collection of songs. Second Thoughts promises to build upon their signature blend of symphonic rock, progressive elements, and captivating storytelling. With ‘Second Thoughts’, Broers + Klazinga delve deeper into symphonic rock, seamlessly blending intricate melodies, lush orchestration, and powerful vocals. The album showcases the band’s matured sound, offering an exciting mix of dynamic rock anthems and reflective ballads. As always, Broers + Klazinga’s love for symphonic arrangements is on full display, enhanced by the expertise of their guest musicians, including contributions from Mark Bogert on guitar.