Bouke Scholten (born 1981 in Emmen) is a Dutch singer who built his reputation as the Netherlands' most convincing Elvis interpreter. He won four major television music competitions between 2009 and 2023, performed twice at Graceland in Memphis, and recorded the album Bouke at Sun in the legendary Sun Studio. With his ElvisMatters Band he has sold out venues including the Ziggo Dome and Ahoy.
Bouke Scholten reached the final of the RTL 4 music program Stars on Stage (May-July 2026) and finished second behind winner Sosha Duysker.
Bouke sang a duet with Roxeanne Hazes during his concert at the Ziggo Dome on 20 March 2026.
Bouke returned to the stage of the Ziggo Dome with the show Viva Las Vegas, after a recovery period due to serious health problems in 2024.
Bouke was hospitalized with serious abdominal and intestinal complaints, which caused multiple performances in September 2024 to be cancelled.
Bouke was named Emmenaar of the Year 2023 by the municipality of Emmen.
A tribute to Elvis Presley with Bouke and the ElvisMatters Band, celebrating the King's most iconic songs.
Five live acts take the stage at Ijzeren Man: BOUKE, Donna's Hot Stuff, MainCourse, Queen Must Go On and The Elvis Matters Band.
A tribute show celebrating Elvis Presley's legendary music and iconic performances through Bouke's energetic rendition.
Bouke pays tribute to Elvis Presley with a performance of his greatest hits at De Oosterpoort.
