Willem Duyn - Angelina Oh Mama

Review by Wake District

Angelina Oh Mama: Willem Duyn’s Forgotten Pop Gem (1981) Alright, let’s get one thing straight—this album isn’t perfect. But damn, it’s got character. Willem Duyn dropped Angelina Oh Mama back in ’81, and while it might not have set the world on fire, it’s a quirky slice of Dutch pop history that deserves a second look. Released under Philips with Will Hoebee producing and Harry van Hoof arranging, this record has some moments that stick to your brain like gum on a hot sidewalk. Take “Hans, Frans, Dennis & Marianne” for starters. It’s chaotic as hell but weirdly addictive. The track feels like someone threw a party in a windmill and forgot to invite half the guests. There’s something about the clunky rhythm and cheesy synths that just works—even if you don’t wanna admit it. You’ll catch yourself humming it at random times, like when you're stuck in traffic or waiting for your coffee order. And yeah, maybe the lyrics are kinda nonsense, but who cares? Sometimes nonsense is exactly what you need. Then there’s the title track, “Angelina / Oh Mama.” This one hits harder than expected. Maybe it’s the way Duyn belts out "Oh Mama" like his life depends on it, or how the chorus swells into this over-the-top emotional rollercoaster. By the time the song ends, you’re either vibing hard or wondering what the hell just happened. Either way, it leaves an impression. If I had to pick one reason to remember this album, it’d be this track—it's melodramatic gold wrapped in questionable production choices. Now, let’s talk credits real quick. Pieter Nieboer handled engineering duties, and honestly, he did what he could with the tools of the era. The mix ain’t flawless, but hey, neither was 1981. Van Hoof’s arrangements add a layer of drama without tipping into full-blown soap opera territory, which is saying something given the material. So why does Angelina Oh Mama matter today? Honestly, it doesn’t—not really. But here’s the kicker: sometimes music doesn’t need to change lives or break boundaries. Sometimes it just exists, raw and unpolished, reminding us that even forgotten albums can still spark joy—or at least mild amusement. Final thought? Listening to this feels like finding an old VHS tape in your attic and realizing it’s kinda fun in all its dated glory. Now go dig up a copy before someone else rediscovers it first.

Artist: Willem Duyn
Album: Angelina Oh Mama

Netherlands

1981

Rating: 3.0

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Angelina / Oh Mama	4:20
Hans, Frans, Dennis & Marianne

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Willem duyn Angelina

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Catalog Numbers

6017 216

Labels

Philips

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escuchar en línea
online luisteren
écouter en ligne
lytte på nettet
lyssna på nätet
ascolta in linea
online anhören
ouvir online
kuunnella verkossa

Formats

Vinyl
7"
Single
45 RPM
Stereo

Companies

Role	Company
Marketed By	Phonogram
Pressed By	PRS Baarn
Published By	Prima Music
Lacquer Cut At	PRS Baarn

Credits

Role	Credit
Arranged By	Harry van Hoof
Engineer	Pieter Nieboer
Producer	Will Hoebee

Notes

De Klaas Wit Band is not mentioned on the recordsleeve, only on the label.
℗ 1981 (side A)
℗ 1980 (side B)
Made in Holland
VAN DE LP 6423 344/MC 7111 344

Barcodes

Rights Society: STEMRA
Matrix / Runout (Runouts side A): 6017 216 1W 1 ℗ 1981 670 06
Matrix / Runout (Runouts side B): 6017 216 2W 2 ℗ 1980 670 1 04
Matrix / Runout (Label side A): 6017 216. 1W
Matrix / Runout (Label side B): 6017 216. 2W

About Willem Duyn

Dutch singer, born 31 March 1937 Haarlem, Netherlands- died 4 December 2004.

Name Vars

W. Duiijn
W. Duijn
W. Dujin
W. Duyn
Will Duijn
Willem
Willem Duijn
Willem Duin
Willi Dujin

Aliases

Big Mouth

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know that the 1981 Dutch pop album *Angelina Oh Mama* by Willem Duyn was a team effort with some serious talent behind it? Harry van Hoof arranged the music, while Pieter Nieboer handled engineering duties. The catchy tracks, including "Hans, Frans, Dennis & Marianne" and the titular "Angelina / Oh Mama," were brought to life under producer Will Hoebee's watchful eye. It’s always cool to see how many creative minds come together to make an album happen!