Carnival Anthem ‘Dikke pens’ Vanishes from Spotify
Table of Contents
- 1. Carnival Anthem ‘Dikke pens’ Vanishes from Spotify
- 2. The Mystery Behind the Removal
- 3. ABBA Connection and Copyright Concerns
- 4. Possible Explanations: A Technical Glitch?
- 5. Song’s Message and Continued Availability
- 6. Precedent: “Ladders zat” incident
- 7. Conclusion: A Call to Action
- 8. What steps can artists take to better protect their music and prevent unexpected removals from streaming platforms like Spotify?
- 9. Archyde Exclusive: Interview with Jop Roeland of CV De Broken Stachels on Spotify Removal of ‘Dikke Pens’
- 10. The ‘Dikke Pens’ Spotify Removal: An Exclusive Interview
- 11. Is It a Copyright Issue or a Spotify Bug?
- 12. Carnival Spirit Lives On: Supporting ‘dikke Pens’
March 16, 2025
The 2025 Kies Kraker winner, “Dikke Pens (Clap your Pens)” by CV De Broken Stachels and René van Rooij, has been unexpectedly removed from Spotify. The song, a popular carnival hit, disappeared from the platform on Friday, leaving the band perplexed.
The Mystery Behind the Removal
Jop Roeland of the carnival band expressed their confusion, stating, “Really bizarre… we all get reactions and questions from people. Everyone wants too know why the song is no longer on it, but yes, we don’t know either.”
ABBA Connection and Copyright Concerns
while “Dikke Pens” incorporates the melody of an ABBA song, Roeland doesn’t believe this is the sole reason for the removal. He stated that the band has taken appropriate steps to ensure compliance, “We have homemade all the music and filled everything up neatly and correctly on Spotify.It’s just allowed, so that shouldn’t be the problem.” Copyright laws are complex, and even with modifications, using elements of another song can lead to takedown requests if not properly licensed or considered fair use. This incident underscores the importance of understanding music licensing and copyright regulations for artists distributing their work on streaming platforms.
Possible Explanations: A Technical Glitch?
Roeland suggested a potential technical issue, saying, “A bug, that could be. There has been an update from Spotify. But normal, we don’t know for sure. We just hope it will be resolved quickly and are busy arranging that.” The possibility of a technical error highlights the reliance on technology in music distribution and the potential for unforeseen issues to arise, emphasizing the need for artists to have backup plans and alternative distribution methods.
Song’s Message and Continued Availability
The song, “Dikke Pens (Clap Your Pens),” was celebrated as the carnival hit of 2025, resonating with many in Brabant. It serves as a commentary on the curated, often unrealistic, images presented by influencers on social media platforms. While unavailable on Spotify, the song remains accessible on other platforms like apple Music and YouTube.
Precedent: “Ladders zat” incident
In 2023,”Ladders zat” by Van Gullie and Lanterfantje,another Kies Kraker winner,faced a similar situation. It was initially removed from Spotify due to a claim from the original composer but was eventually reinstated,demonstrating the complexities of music rights and platform policies.
Conclusion: A Call to Action
The removal of “Dikke Pens (Clap Your Pens)” from Spotify raises questions about content moderation, copyright, and the reliability of streaming platforms. While the band works to resolve the issue, fans can still enjoy the song via Apple Music and YouTube. Support the artists by streaming their music on these alternative platforms and spreading the word about this unexpected situation.Stay tuned for updates on the song’s return to Spotify.
What steps can artists take to better protect their music and prevent unexpected removals from streaming platforms like Spotify?
Archyde Exclusive: Interview with Jop Roeland of CV De Broken Stachels on Spotify Removal of ‘Dikke Pens’
The carnival anthem “Dikke Pens (Clap Your Pens)” by CV de Broken Stachels and René van Rooij has been mysteriously removed from Spotify, leaving fans and the band perplexed. Archyde reached out to Jop Roeland of CV De Broken stachels to get the inside scoop on this unexpected situation.
The ‘Dikke Pens’ Spotify Removal: An Exclusive Interview
Archyde: Jop, thanks for taking the time to speak with us. The sudden removal of “Dikke Pens” from Spotify has certainly stirred up a lot of questions. Can you walk us thru finding out it was gone?
Jop Roeland: Well, it was quite a shock.we started receiving messages and tags on social media from fans asking what happened. We checked,and sure enough,it was gone! It’s frustrating as we had no warning – one minute it’s there,the next,poof,vanished.
Archyde: It sounds incredibly frustrating.You mentioned the song incorporates the melody of an ABBA song. Do you believe that’s the primary reason for the takedown, despite your assurances that you followed the correct procedures?
Jop Roeland: It’s definitely something we considered. Music licensing is a complex beast! We wanted to avoid any copyright issues, so we meticulously created fresh music and properly filled in all the data on Spotify.We believe we did everything by the book, so we don’t *think* it’s solely due to the ABBA melody. “Dikke Pens” is a unique song, and we hope to have that restored quickly.
Is It a Copyright Issue or a Spotify Bug?
Archyde: You also mentioned a possible technical glitch related to a Spotify update. Could that be the culprit?
Jop Roeland: It’s hard to say definitively. We’re exploring all possibilities. A bug seems plausible, especially given the timing with the recent Spotify update. We’re hoping it’s just a simple error that can be resolved quickly and get ‘Dikke Pens’ back up. our main priority now is working with Spotify to investigate.
Archyde: The song’s removal is reminiscent of the “Ladders zat” incident. Does that give you any insights or strategies as you navigate this situation?
Jop Roeland: Absolutely. The “Ladders zat” situation gave us a blueprint of things to avoid. Watching how they handled their issue gives us a few things we can apply to get everything going again.
Carnival Spirit Lives On: Supporting ‘dikke Pens’
Archyde: “Dikke Pens” clearly resonated with many as the Kies Kraker winner and carnival hit. For fans eager to listen, it’s still available on Apple Music and YouTube. What message do you have for them simultaneously occurring?
Jop Roeland: First, thank you all for the overwhelming support! It means the world to us.Keep the carnival spirit alive! Stream “Dikke Pens” on Apple Music and YouTube, spread the word, and hopefully, we’ll see it back on Spotify soon. Simultaneously occurring, let us know what you think on our socials. we love hearing from you, even if we don’t have the answers yet.
Archyde: Thanks again, Jop, for your time and insights! We’ll continue to follow this story and keep our readers updated.
Jop Roeland: Thanks for having me!
Archyde: What are your thoughts on streaming platform reliability and content moderation? Is it fair for songs to be removed, and how can artists better protect themselves? Share your comments below!
