Niels Destadsbader

Niels Destadsbader - Flemish pop, energy and entertainment

Niels Destadsbader (born 19 August 1988, Kortrijk) is a Belgian singer, presenter and actor who has grown into one of the most popular artists in Flanders. With hits such as “Speeltijd”, “Verover mij”, “Mee naar boven” and “De wereld draait voor jou”, he fills concert halls and festival stages where audiences of all ages sing along to every word. His shows are a vibrant mix of energy, emotion and feel-good pop.

The story behind Niels Destadsbader

Niels appeared on stage from a very young age and first became widely known as an actor in popular TV series such as Amika, De Elfenheuvel and F.C. De Kampioenen. As a presenter he won over audiences via Ketnet and later with major TV shows on VTM and Eén, including K3 zoekt K3, De Wensboom, Belgium’s Got Talent, Zomerhit and The Masked Singer.

As a singer, he made his real breakthrough with the album “Speeltijd” (2016), followed by successful records such as “Dertig”, “Boven de wolken” and “Sterker”. His recognizable Dutch-language pop songs earned him multiple number one albums, several Radio 2 Zomerhit awards and an impressive series of MIA’s. Duets like “De wereld draait voor jou” (with Regi) further cemented his status as a key figure in the Flemish pop landscape.

With sold-out shows in venues such as the Antwerp Sportpaleis, countless festival performances and more intimate theatre tours, Niels proves time and again that he is a top-level live performer. His concerts feel both grand and personal – as if he creates a living-room atmosphere, but on a big stage.