Gerard Joling (born 29 April 1960 in Alkmaar, The Netherlands) is a Dutch singer and television presenter. In 1985 he was on the show: The Soundmixshow by Henny Huisman. Thanks to this act he had gained popularity. In 1988 he was the Dutch artist for the Eurovision Song Contest singing "Shangri-La". 'Ticket to the tropics' and 'No More Boleros' are one of the most famous songs by him and also #1 hits in The Netherlands. He also worked together with Gordon and Rene Froger.