A Dutch R&B (rock) band, originated 1961 in Beverwijk, North-Holland province. The band still existst and is one of the oldest in the world.\nThe name ‘Bintangs’ is the Malayan word for ‘stars’. Initially the band plays rock ‘n ‘roll, but later switches to old-fashioned rhythm & blues. The Bintangs, who achieved fame with their legendary live shows, has had more than forty different line-ups.