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David Martijn Westerholt (born 30 March 1979) is a Dutch musician and the founder, keyboardist and main songwriter of the symphonic metal band Delain. He was previously a member of symphonic metal band Within Temptation, until he was diagnosed with infectious mononucleosis shortly after the release of Within Temptation's second studio album, Mother Earth. His brother Robert is the guitarist and founder of Within Temptation. He has lived in Zwolle, since studying Communication at Windesheim College in 1998. In September 2021, Westerholt formed a new symphonic project called Eye of Melian.

Quick facts about Martijn Westerholt

  • Full name: Martijn Westerholt
  • Born: 1979-03-30
  • Nationality: Kingdom of the Netherlands
  • Known as: Chef
  • Wikidata ID: Q2397859

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Who is Martijn Westerholt?

David Martijn Westerholt (born 30 March 1979) is a Dutch musician and the founder, keyboardist and main songwriter of the symphonic metal band Delain.

What nationality is Martijn Westerholt?

Martijn Westerholt is Kingdom of the Netherlands.

When was Martijn Westerholt born?

Martijn Westerholt was born on 1979-03-30.

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