Erik de Zwart
Erik de Zwart | |
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.jpg) De Zwart in 2009 | |
| Born | June 16, 1957 |
| Nationality | Dutch |
| Occupation(s) | Broadcaster, former DJ, former VJ, media entrepreneur |
| Years active | 1978–present |
| Known for | Co-founding Radio 538, The Music Factory, Dutch Top 40, and voice work for Thomas & Friends |
Erik de Zwart (born 16 June 1957 in Amsterdam) is a Dutch broadcaster, former DJ, former VJ, and media entrepreneur. He is well known for his work in Dutch radio and television, and his involvement in media technology companies.[1]
Dutch Top 40
[change | change source]Erik de Zwart currently serves as the chairman of Stichting Nederlandse Top 40, the organization responsible for the Dutch Top 40 music chart. This chart is a key reference for Dutch music fans and industry professionals.[2][3]
Media Entrepreneurship
[change | change source]De Zwart has made significant investments in media technology. He is involved with the company Mobilaria/Tunin.FM, which specializes in mobile streaming audio. The company offers high-quality streaming audio over mobile networks using advanced compression technologies.
Voice Acting
[change | change source]Erik de Zwart is also known for his work as a voice actor. He provides the Dutch voice for Thomas & Friends (known in Dutch as Thomas de Stoomlocomotief) and serves as the narrator for the Dutch version of the children's series.
Recent Activities
[change | change source]In 2008, Erik de Zwart became the station voice for Radio Veronica, the modern successor to the legendary offshore pirate station of the same name.
In 2021, he participated as a contestant in the 21st season of the popular Dutch reality show Wie is de Mol?. He was eliminated in the second episode.
References
[change | change source]- ↑ Freek (2008-03-28). "Erik de Zwart nieuwe station voice Radio Veronica". RadioFreak.nl (in Dutch). Retrieved 2024-09-27.
- ↑ "DPG Media Privacy Gate". myprivacy.dpgmedia.nl. Retrieved 2024-09-27.
- ↑ "Deze tien BN'ers doen mee aan 21e seizoen Wie is de Mol? | NU - Het laatste nieuws het eerst op NU.nl". web.archive.org. 2020-12-21. Archived from the original on 2020-12-21. Retrieved 2024-09-27.
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