The Neue Deutsche Härte pioneers OOMPH! are back with their 14th studio album "Richter und Henker"! With their previous album and Napalm Records debut "Ritual" (2019), they achieved the number 1 spot on the Official German Album Charts for the first time, after playing countless large national and international tours, as well as festival shows in their over 30-year success story. OOMPH!'s biggest hit to date, "Augen Auf!" (2004), is a timeless classic that resonates with every rock fan.

"Richter und Henker" marks the beginning of a new era with the first lineup change in the band's history that started in 1989: CR4P and FLUX are now joined on stage by the new singer DER SCHULZ. The new studio album was released on September 8, 2023, and was as usual self-produced and recorded by the band themselves.

"Richter und Henker" is a clear statement that OOMPH! is back stronger than ever in a new formation and will continue their path in a straight line - musically presenting themselves at the highest level and lyrically as opinionated, biting, and critical as always. Infused with a strong industrial dose, the album opener "Wem Die Stunde Schlägt" immediately sets the tone (Declared dead, yet we still stand - Damn it, we're still alive!). The title track "Richter und Henker" captivates the listener with the perfect symbiosis of haunting guitar hooks and vocals, while taking a swipe at unreflective and ignorant social movements. New-wave influences can be found in the grooving anti-war anthem "Nur Ein Mensch" – a future hit and a strong statement against warmongering and the empty slogans that promote hatred and war. None other than genre idol Joachim Witt supports the band on "Wut" ("Anger").

In 35 years, OOMPH! has established themselves as one of the most influential bands in Germany, inspiring countless artists, including the genre giants Rammstein. With "Richter und Henker," the pioneers of Neue Deutsche Härte prove that even after the first lineup change of their career, they still reign at the top of the genre.

http://www.oomph.de

Doors Open: 19:00h

"You're home all day anyway!" Do you know this sentence? Hans Gerzlich does. From his own mouth. He has said it often enough - to his wife. Like almost all women, she was paid less and had fewer opportunities for advancement in her career. But suddenly, a pandemic strikes, he finds himself working from home, and she receives a fantastic job offer; in online retail. He always wanted to be the master of the house, and now he is: She is advancing in her career, while he is taking care of the household. He starts to experience a life where he no longer stays fit by playing tennis with his buddies after work, but by making beds, doing laundry, wiping shirts, and ironing dust. A life without recognition, without pay, often with double shifts. Women know this - and now he does too. For Gerzlich, it now means: children, kitchen, career woman. Unfortunately, when she comes home in the evening in a good mood from the office, wanting sex - he has a headache.

Hans Gerzlich: "For the premiere at the Lach- und Schieß, the Süddeutsche Zeitung wrote, it is good comedy, has depth, but is gender equality, equal opportunities, still a current topic? Don't we have that already? That's when I knew, I am on the right track."

http://www.gerzlich.de

Admission: 7:30 PM

… at night ...

... firstly, all cats are gray and secondly, people don't like to be alone.

The wisdom of proverbs and chansons remains eternal truths...
No wonder Götz Alsmann is making the night the focus of the evening on his new album and in his current program. Or is he making the evening the highlight of the day?

To do this, he draws on select gems from the history of chansons, on melancholic as well as humorous masterpieces from 1910 to 1965 – and he does it differently from everyone else.
It is no coincidence that the singer and pianist Götz Alsmann is considered the "King of German Jazz Chansons".
Of course, his current whirlwind tour through the songbook of true classic chanson music and the captivating rhythms of jazz history would not be conceivable without his legendary ensemble!
The Götz Alsmann Band, which has circled the world several times with their leader on their tours, once again stands for musical top quality and tireless dedication:

Altfrid M. Sicking (vibraphone, xylophone, and more)
Ingo Senst (double bass)
Dominik Hahn (drums)
Markus Paßlick (percussion)

"Götz Alsmann ... at night ..." – more than just a bedtime story!

http://www.goetz-alsmann.de

Doors open: 7:00 PM

Jan Prax & Wüste Welle Big Band special edition

Special Guest: Albert Sanz

As part of the Jazz & Classical Days Tübingen 2024

Pianist Albert Sanz from Valencia presents his big band music and some of his great vocal arrangements for the first time to an audience in Germany – music and songs from Spain, Brazil, USA.
Enjoy an inspiring WW Big Band concert with great compositions and arrangements.
As always, fans of traditional big band jazz will also get their money's worth.
The Wüste Welle Big Band was founded in 2011 by Lothar Landenberger in Tübingen as the first big band of a Free Radio in Germany. The WWBB consists mainly of professional musicians and music students.

http://www.wueste-welle.de/Home/Wueste_Welle_BIG_BAND

http://www.albertsanzmusic.bigcartel.com

Admission: 17:00

Vocal art is not only the name but also the program of the chamber choir founded in January 2023 under the artistic direction of Daniel Radde. With over 12 concerts per year, the young ensemble has firmly established itself in the music scene of Tübingen and captivates audiences from across the region with its perfectly tuned and transparent sound signature. In their concerts, the vocal artists present demanding a cappella literature from the 20th and 21st centuries, often in unconventional venues such as remote chapels or former boiler rooms. Thus, within the framework of the Jazz and Classical Days 2024, vocal art will explore the acoustic potentials of the "periphery" in the extraordinary ambiance of the Sudhaus. The fascinating floor-to-ceiling facet windows and the impressive ten-meter high ceiling create a unique sound space into which the contemporary compositions harmoniously blend. The program includes childlike fictions, biblical narratives, and mythological soundscapes by composers such as Pekka Kostiainen, Veljo Tormis, and Samo Vovk.

An event by Kammerchor Vokalkunst e.V.

http://www.vokalkunst.de

Admittance: 17:30

Joo Kraus' new album NO EXCUSE! (Jazzhaus Records, 09/2024) - A musically colorful mix, sociopolitical discourses & one thing: good vibes!
Crossing genre boundaries and dissolving style labels - that is the great passion for Joo Kraus. This passion is fully lived by the multiple award-winning trumpeter with his new album NO EXCUSE! Music that sometimes reminds of the rock of Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, sometimes of the soul of the Commodores, and sometimes of the psychedelic vocals of Pink Floyd. The whole album is a mix of genres and moods that primarily does one thing: it's fun!
The songs are colorful, diverse, exciting, experimental, far from musical convention yet unmistakably - totally Joo Kraus! NO EXCUSE!
While Joo's previous albums focused on the jazz groove, it is now becoming more rock-oriented. Especially jazz-rock, indie, alternative rock, and some pop elements take up a lot of space.
Excuses can always be found, according to Joo Kraus, but sometimes they are just out of place! Joo carries these thoughts thematically on the album through light and heavy thematic worlds. Most tracks address the here and now. They often deal with perseverance and willpower against the negative things in life that want to throw one off track and take away hope. Joo's motto is: stand up, look forward, no matter what comes - NO EXCUSE!! Joo wishes for nothing but positivity in life: to surround oneself with good people, have a roof over one's head, and simply good vibes.

http://www.jookraus.com

Doors Open: 7:00 PM

In his 30-year career, Greg Howe has produced, written, and arranged ten instrumental solo studio albums, as well as two albums in collaboration with Richie Kotzen of the Winery Dogs. Additionally, Howe has contributed to a long list of albums/recordings by other artists.
Howe has also earned a unique reputation as a technical innovator, primarily due to his strong use of tapping, unusual time signatures, and his "hammer-on from nowhere" legato technique.
The self-titled debut album "Greg Howe" was chosen by Guitar World Magazine as the tenth best shred album of all time.
His concert at Sudhaus promises an electrifying mix of new pieces from his upcoming studio album and timeless fan favorites. Howe will be accompanied on stage by the highly acclaimed bassist Mohini Dey and the congenial Marco Cirigliano on drums.

http://www.greghowe.com

Doors open: 7:00 PM

In 2022, the elder statesmen of the L’Entourloop collective, King James and Sir Johnny, proudly released their long-awaited third album "La clarté dans la confusion". The 20 tracks of this album were produced in their now legendary Bandulu Studio and are the result of a patient production process with care and passion. Throughout the album, L’Entourloop, in their own unique way, use a puzzle of film samples from this strange time we are experiencing, utilizing all their skills to get people dancing.

Since 1964, when the song "My Boy Lollipop" flooded European radio stations, L’Entourloop's love for reggae and its culture has never stopped growing. With their third album, L’Entourloop wanted to pay tribute to the legendary pioneers of this incredible movement - artists and producers like Tom Wong, Count Machuki, Prince Buster, and Lee "Scratch" Perry. An album that is a true declaration of love to the sound system culture and its children: reggae, dancehall, and hip-hop.

The success of their previous albums "Chickens in Your Town" (2015) and "Le Savoir Faire" (2017) with their famous "Banging HipHop Inna Yardie Style" quickly brought the mysterious collective into the spotlight with hundreds of shows throughout Europe.

http://www.lentourloop.com

Doors open: 7:30 PM

MISTER MISERY is an innovative, modern, and groundbreaking metal band from Sweden. With their blend of clean and dark vocals, energetic riffs, and anthemic choruses, they have developed a unique sound and style that captures the essence of all subgenres of modern heavy music.
Since their formation in 2018, they have managed to release two critically acclaimed albums (UNALIVE & A BRIGHTER SIDE OF DEATH) and several highly praised singles.
Today, the band embarks on the third chapter of their career and has teamed up with the renowned AFM RECORDS and Seaside Entertainment, where they have started to release new music, marking the beginning of a full-length album in 2024.

http://www.mistermisery.com

Doors open: 7:00 PM

Bloodsucking Zombies from Outer Space - a self-explanatory name that doesn't leave much to add. At least in terms of everything that inevitably plays out in the mind's eye. Zombies, massacres, an apocalypse of sorts, that much is clear. However, the idea of a zombie-themed horror show does not even come close to doing justice to its four protagonists: Dead "Richy" Gein (drums, vocals), Mr. "Jim" Evilize (guitar), Dejan Decay (bass), and Reverend "Bloodbath" (guitar, keys) are not grotesquely made-up puppets, rather a sophisticated stage quartet that has a lot to offer both visually and sonically. Accordingly, a classically targeted genre classification is also difficult, as many are served. To put it simply, one simply speaks of Horrorbilly - not many musicians can claim to establish a new music genre. The conceptual stage show, the perfect musical interplay, and the fun involved are likely responsible for this otherworldly group providing over 20 years of entertainment for a growing fan base, sold-out shows, and ensuing success. This success was also recognized in 2015 with the award of an Amadeus Austrian Music Award in the "Hard & Heavy" category. Categorizations are once again not easy with the Bloodsucking Zombies from Outer Space. Although all their albums and EPs reflect the undertone of the morbid packaged in a shell of splatter humor, the musical diversity is undeniable. The balancing act between dancing to "Monster Mutant Boogie" and singing "Kopf deiner Mutter" in Viennese dialect is a daunting and daring one. The beauty of it: it worked and continues to do so! Not only domestically, but across the stages of the European continent. Whether in Finland or in Germany, the masses were quickly drawn into the zombie spell. Additionally, in 2011 they decided to establish their own label, Schlitzer-Pepi Records, on which "Mörder Blues 2 - Die Rückkehr Der Pompfüneberer" was released in 2015, marking their first entry into the Austrian album charts.
Latest album: "Shock Rock Rebels" (Release 2021).

For over 20 years now, the Bloodsucking Zombies from Outer Space have been wreaking havoc and presenting their sophisticated Horrorbilly sound to the ears of the world in sold-out venues.
The musical zombie apocalypse has long since begun, and the only thing to truly fear is to be drawn into their spell.

"Stay wild, sick, and undead!"

http://www.zombies.at

Party entrance: 8:00 PM

Simon Graupner, Leipzig's indie sensation, better known by his pseudonym "Shelter Boy," is quickly establishing himself as one of the standout German songwriters of his generation. Shelter Boy first gained attention as the support act for Boy Pablo and Gus Dapperton. Since then, he has taken the music scene by storm and rapidly built up a loyal fan base that shows no signs of slowing down. Shelly will release his second studio album "MERCYLAND" on April 26, 2024, through Scruff of the Neck Records, with which he will tour in October and November. Of course, once again joining him is his live band led by guitarist Fabian "Ernie Fizz" Wiegand. His last album, Failure Familiar, released in 2021, brought Graupner critical acclaim and comparisons to artists like King Krule and Mac DeMarco. With his new album MERCYLAND, Shelter Boy turns to a more introspective blend of indie pop that showcases his diverse talents as a lyricist and musician. MERCYLAND is a modern coming-of-age novel, following Graupner on his journey from adolescence to young adulthood through moments of self-discovery, chasing dreams, and love. Along the way, he grapples with his identity by addressing themes such as the deconstruction of masculinity and the exploration of mental health in a new, equally heartfelt and open narrative style. In the album's opener, the upbeat PARADE, Shelly reminisces about his younger years (as he sings in the song) and explores his path from smoking in skate parks, bored and directionless, to a time when he collaborates with artists from various genres, writes two albums, and plays at some of the biggest festivals of his dreams. The song begins as an acoustic-led track before transitioning into a flood of bright, cascading guitars, addressing the naysayers who initially held him back from a music career. Shelter Boy’s surprisingly British sound has brought him great success in the UK—from his recent signing with Manchester record label "Scruff of the Neck" to live slots with Bilk and various festivals, including the upcoming Y Not? Festival in Derby. In the past, Shelly has received support both internationally and nationally from BBC Radio 1, Amazing Radio, BR Puls (GER), as well as from tastemakers like Fred Perry, CLOUT, and DIY Mag.

http://www.shelterboy.com

Entry: 19:15h

Cancelled! Tickets will be refunded.

Post-corona joy for us, and hopefully for you too. Finally, there are live concerts with Veljanov again! Expect new and old songs from his repertoire, and of course, a few "Lakaien" classics as well.

As the singer of the eccentric and successful electronic band Deine Lakaien, Alexander Veljanov, together with his partner Ernst Horn, has already made music history. As a performer, charismatic voice with a Slavic timbre, and "Prince of Darkness," he is truly exceptional in the German music scene. He has successfully explored his musical expression possibilities with his solo project "Veljanov," which are far from exhausted.

Joining him are the "Lakaien"-proven live musicians Goran Trajkoski (Ex-Anastasia, Ex-Mizar, guitar), Slobodan Kajkut (drums), and Igor Zotik (keys/electr.).

http://www.veljanov.de

Admission: 7:00 pm

That is something the compact young lady couldn't have dreamed of back in 1984, that 40 years later she would still be on stage, which for many means paying the rent ... in the rather conservative south of the Republic, in a genre where others only dance for one summer. The joy is great, it must be shared and the occasion celebrated, that's why 2024 is under the motto WSV ("What ... already 40?!")

There will be no fixed program this year, Wommy puts together a special program every evening and presents what she feels like: new stories, new songs, retrospectives, and highlights in revised form - sometimes solo, sometimes with Sister Bärbel, sometimes with a pianist, sometimes with a band ... but mostly with Elfriede Schäufele, the cultural caretaker from the SWR carnival shows. So, each evening will be unique, each evening is like a "Wonder bag" - and on the website http://www.wommy.de, the cast for each evening will be extensively informed.

So, welcome to breathtaking evenings with beautiful chansons, sharp satires, colorful bon mots, and light entertainment with depth for the heart, mind, and belly - always close to life and the pulse of the time. Every evening, Frl. Wommy Wonder, the stalwart of travesty, plays the keyboard of strong emotions and invites you on a rollercoaster of emotions from cabaret, comedy, and chanson.

If you want to laugh heartily without losing sight of the level, you are in the right place here, and if Wommy doesn't know what to do next, her alter ego Elfriede Schäufele will surely be happy (and unsolicited) to add her two cents. Much to the delight of the audience, nothing will change in that regard.

All in all, punchlines in rapid succession with a density of gags that is rarely found - yet there is still time for contemplative songs and emotions in between, so that the evening will resonate in everyday life for a long time, because "Laughter is the last weapon we have when we find everything else unbearable!"

Curtains up and stage free ... Forget about everyday life and let's enjoy beautiful hours together!

We look forward to wonderful evenings, be there!

For all the latest information: http://www.wommy.de

Doors open: 19:00h

11. Poetry Slam Langenfeld
08.11.2024 | 8 PM | Schauplatz Langenfeld
Doors open at 7:00 PM
Advance sale from €11 plus fees
Tickets at  https://schauplatz.de/Ztix/best-of-poetry-slam-langenfeld-2/One of the most sought-after formats in the city brings color to the grey autumn: In November, we welcome you to the next Best of Poetry Slam at Schauplatz!
The Schauplatz has long been an institution in Langenfeld, as has the Poetry Slam by now. You can expect only the absolute stars of the German-speaking slam scene. Here, the sheer power of words and performance ecstasy will knock you out of your seats: lyric salvos comet-like penetrate your memory, guaranteed laughter muscle soreness.
Poetry Slam is a party, Poetry Slam is emotion, Poetry Slam is absolutely unique every single time. Since 2016, the modern poetry competitions have even been officially recognized as intangible UNESCO cultural heritage. The rules are as simple as they are effective: self-written texts, a fixed time limit, and YOU decide who gets to take home fame and honor after this spectacular show. It is YOUR evening, and you will definitely not forget it.
Line-Up:
Johanna Bauer | German-speaking champion
Flemming Witt | Thuringia champion
Evgenija Kosov | OWL champion
Alex Burkhard | German-speaking champion
Jean-Pierre Hoffmeister | newcomer
Moderation: Jan Schmidt | NDR Comedy Contest

"Gen Y Lens"

The last few years have been eventful for Malika Tirolien - after the release of her second solo album "HIGHER", tours, and collaborations with the Snarky Puppy collective, as well as her own headliner European tours across six countries with around 40 concerts, Malika Tirolien returns with a new musical adventure - Malika Tirolien's GeminiCrabs new album "Gen Y Lens", released on November 1, 2024. "GeminiCrab" is the name of the HighSoul music duo from Montreal, consisting of the Felix Award-winning keyboardist/producer Caulder Nash (Jonathan Roy) and Grammy-nominated singer/producer Malika Tirolien (Bokanté). GeminiCrab combines a variety of musical styles such as R&B, soul, and jazz-hip hop with honest lyrics in English and French, from the perspective of Generation Y, which the title "Gen Y Lens" of their brand new album refers to. In 7 catchy songs about love, coming of age, and the multifaceted realities of millennials, they playfully reflect various musical eras. Two singles accompany the release. The first single, A Love That Will Last, is an R&B ballad that takes us back to the luxurious chords and arrangements of the 90s and tells a story about taking responsibility for one’s role in a failed relationship and making room for the next partner. Like Water, the second single and the opener of the album, is a Hiatus Kaiyote-inspired bop that praises the power of water: majestic yet destructive, it reflects energies, both good and bad.

The duo met years ago through the Kalmunity Vibe Collective in Montreal. They also played together in Malika Tirolien's solo project and decided, after a Phi Center residency where they created songs with binaural audio technology, to form a band together. The name GeminiCrab was chosen by Caulder in reference to the zodiac sign of each member. For the album recording, they brought in good friends and renowned musicians like Michael League and Ronny Desinor, who contributed to some tracks.

Malika Tirolien (Lead vocals/Keyboard) / Caulder Nash (Keyboard/Back Vocals) / Rémi-Jean LeBlanc (Bass) / Ronny Desinor (Drums/Back Vocals) / Thierry Girard (Sound engineer)

http://www.malikatirolien.com

Doors: 7:15 PM

New Model Army released their 16th studio album "Unbroken" on January 26, which will be presented in 2024 along with a major tour through Europe, the UK, and South America.
The band began writing the album in 2021 against the backdrop of everything happening in a rapidly changing world and in their own lives. Early on, they decided that their first choice for the mix of the new album would be the legendary “Tchad Blake.”
Now, after completion: "Not much hits me these days as authentically. New Model Army hits it for me.”
Wonderfully recorded and produced by the band themselves, mixing this album felt like a gift. Full of guitars, cutting vocals, and with an emphasis on bass and drums that characterize all their work, Unbroken sounds very much like New Model Army, but still different.
Formed in 1980 in Bradford, the band New Model Army is storming through their fifth decade and showing no signs of slackening. Just recently, in September 2023, they released their fantastic live double album "Sinfonia" – a unique performance recorded with the Sinfonia Leipzig Orchestra at the Tempodrom in Berlin.

http://www.newmodelarmy.org

Doors: 19:00h

sold out, no box office on the night!

The Grammy®-nominated artist Alfredo Rodriguez reflects the talents of legendary jazz pianists Keith Jarrett, Thelonious Monk, and Art Tatum. The captivating art of Cuba-born Rodríguez, who was trained at the strict classical conservatories of Havana, is influenced by Bach and Stravinsky as well as his Cuban and jazz roots. Rodríguez was discovered by Quincy Jones at the Montreux Jazz Festival in 2006 and has established himself as the epitome of jazz and boundless improvisation. His mastery of the art has earned him frequent performances on prestigious stages worldwide, including the Playboy Jazz Festival at the Hollywood Bowl, the Montreux Jazz Festival, the North Sea Jazz Festival, Jazz in Marciac, Umbria Jazz, and Jazz à Vienne. Additionally, Rodríguez was nominated for a Grammy® in 2015 in the "Best Arrangement, Instrumental or A Cappella" category for the track "Guantanamera" from his 2014 release, "The Invasion Parade."

Alfredo Rodriguez Trio
During his first tour in China, Rodríguez was asked to collaborate with Tan Dun, Siedah Garrett, and Quincy Jones to compose the English version of the theme song for the Shanghai World Expo 2010, becoming the first non-Chinese artist to be honored with this. His ability to express himself culturally by "playing stories" on the keys puts him in a unique position to connect with his audience on a more relatable and personal level.
In The Invasion Parade, the follow-up album to his debut on Mack Avenue Records, Sounds of Space, Rodríguez explores his memories of Cuba, the people, and the culture he left behind, and finds his new place. Co-produced by Quincy Jones and featuring an outstanding ensemble including bassist/singer Esperanza Spalding and percussionist/singer Pedrito Martínez, the record consists of nine tracks, including originals by Rodríguez as well as classics like "Guantanamera," Maria Teresa Vera's "Veinte Años," and "Quizás, Quizás, Quizás." Rodríguez's fourth studio album, "The Little Dream" (Mack Avenue Records), was recorded in just two days, with most songs recorded in a single take. Two musicians who joined Rodríguez and shaped the sound of the album are Michael Olivera and Munir Hossn.
Rodríguez's latest album was released in late September 2023.

Alfredo Rodriguez p, Yarel Hernández b, Michael Olivera dr

http://www.alfredomusic.com

Doors open: 7:30 pm

Henry And The Waiter has been active as an artist since 2017 and has already achieved impressive success in this relatively short time. With over 130 million streams and over 520k Monthly Listeners on Spotify alone, he has built a remarkable following. The singer and multi-instrumentalist from Frankfurt am Main has already reached the Top 20 of the iTunes Single Charts in his home country with the feel-good vibe pop track "You And I." In April 2024, he played his One Eyed King Tour, which sold out in most cities.
In November 2024, HENRY AND THE WAITER will go on a Winter Club Tour, bringing his music to intimate venues and guaranteeing unforgettable live moments!

http://www.henryandthewaiter.com

Doors open: 19:00h

Songs with captivating depth, impressive vocals in weightless harmony, coming of age in reverb.

So Soon, the multi-instrumentalists, songwriters, and producers David Stöbener and Marco Braun create music that, despite an impressionistic approach in sound design and storytelling, develops enormous size and power. Indie pop and folk merge with electronica and post-rock into a moving whole – both in the recordings and at exhilarating concerts with a full band.

So Soon have not only been friends since their youth, but have also been making music together for years, investing in their art. And you can hear it in the compositions, the production, and every concert: multifaceted songwriting, precise vocals, impressive sound, and enormous play quality unite into a magical whole. Autobiographical snapshots, growing up in a world that offers much but also demands much, hazy hope, floating melancholy: the themes of the songs.

“Bruises on your knees / Smile upon your face / Now I tie my shoes / The front-yard is a continent“

is what is said in “Tie My Shoes.” A song that represents the quality of So Soon: the simplicity and stunning poetry becomes intoxicating when Stöbener and Braun sing the lines and charge them with music that doesn't shy away from comparisons with the giants of the genre, overwhelming and blowing your mind. The childhood image becomes a cinematic picture. Better tie your shoes: not least a good instruction before listening to the music. It might otherwise tear you out of them.

In November 2024, So Soon's debut album will be released, accompanied by an extensive tour.

http://www.alwayssosoon.com

Doors: 19:30h

A show with parody, ventriloquism, nonsense, and lots of music.
If one were to try to pigeonhole Tobias Gnacke, they would need a whole chest of drawers. It's simply not possible to classify this multitalented individual. His program moves between comedy, cabaret, and classical entertainment show seamlessly.
Tobias Gnacke parodies celebrities, fictional characters, talks from the belly with ventriloquist dummies, and shares stories with a wink from his life as a man and father. Throughout, he effortlessly switches between various instruments.
An energetic show that makes you forget about time, and at the end, one thing is clear: "No matter what life brings, the one who hunts wins."
http://www.toby-entertainment.de
Admittance: 19:30h

There are scents and smells that one does not forget even after decades. Clarinetist David Orlowsky knows this too well: "Smells have an incredibly large influence on our lives. They determine whether we like someone, or whether we feel comfortable." For him, scents can trigger something else: music is created. David Orlowsky is one of the few people who have a very pronounced synesthetic perception. "I perceive sounds and scents in a related way - they often also have a visual component for me. There are melodies and sounds that I fall in love with every time I hear them, and sometimes I even feel almost in love when a particularly beautiful scent surprises me." For example, the smell of rain starting to fall on dry soil. He has always liked this smell and was quite pleased to discover that there is even a name for it: Petrichor. Now the clarinetist has recorded an entire album under this name. Together with Daniel Stelter on the guitar and Tommy Baldu on drums, he sets to music 11 different and very special scents and smells that "evoke something positive in us." "It is certainly no coincidence that we speak of scent notes, sound colors, and hues," ponders David Orlowsky, "Colors, sounds, and scents go far beyond what can be described with words. And the really exciting things in life start for me where words end." On his previous album "Alter Ego," where he created beautiful sound paintings and fantastic harmonies together with Viennese lutenist David Bergmüller, the listener's imagination immediately took flight. On "Petrichor," this phenomenon is even more pronounced, as the titles of the pieces already indicate the direction in which they are heading. There are titles such as "Lisboa," "Magnolia," "Sunscreen," or "Marrakesh." One could almost feel as if in a very exquisite musical perfumery. "When I think of 'Lisboa,' I remember a specific place in Lisbon where I often sat. There was a bakery and a fish restaurant, and depending on the wind direction, the aroma changed," recalls David Orlowsky. "With 'Gasoline,' it's about that typical gas station smell. For me, it promises freedom with a hint of danger. You are venturing forth. I love that state," he admits, presenting a restless, lurking, and very intense melody in the piece. "In 'Circus,' I think of visits to the circus with my father in my childhood. Back then, there were elephants and tigers, along with the smell of the ring and the cotton candy - all of that captivated me, and I dreamed of traveling with a circus." When listening to the music, one almost feels as if standing in the dusty ring oneself. With each title, David Orlowsky takes us on a journey. Like in a movie, he zooms in on details, illuminates small but important situations, and transports us to fantastic fantasy worlds. What is astonishing is how masterfully he transforms his feelings and memories into music. One of the most mysterious songs on this album is the piece "Marrakesh." David Orlowsky recalls, "I was only briefly in Marrakesh, passing through on my way to go surfing. It was my first time in Morocco. Our taxi broke down, and we stood by the road in the middle of the night. Suddenly, I was overwhelmed. I could physically feel that I had never been to this place before. It was somehow exciting." The music evokes precisely that feeling. The album's sound world is often calm, some might even call it melancholic, while others will surely find something comforting when listening. All of this is exactly the composers' intention, as it describes the emotions that are also triggered by special and positive scents. Even memories of his childhood in a village in southern Germany have been processed on "Petrichor." In a completely new version of "Hejo - Spann den Wagen an," he tells of approaching rain and the scent of freshly mown fields. In every piece, but especially in this one, it becomes clear what a magnificent clarinetist David Orlowsky is. He plays with complex techniques, incorporates key noises into the music, and elicits from his instrument very gentle, at times harsh, rhythmic, and percussive tones. After more than 20 years in his klezmer-specialized trio, he first broke free with the album "Alter Ego" and completely broke free with "Petrichor." In doing so, he made new friends. Guitarist Daniel Stelter and drummer Tommy Baldu are just as versatile on their instruments as David Orlowsky. Lillo Scrimali, who plays with different keyboard instruments on four tracks, is also no stranger in the music world. "We met behind the stage at a jazz festival and immediately struck up a conversation," David Orlowsky recounts. Of course, all musicians had heard of each other and knew which projects were currently underway. "We immediately hit it off and then spontaneously embarked on a small joint tour of German jazz clubs. The concerts had a playful element to them, and new song ideas emerged during each soundcheck. We couldn't get enough of it." Luckily, just like scents, one does not forget meaningful music even after decades. David Orlowsky • Clarinet // Daniel Stelter • Guitar // Tommy Baldu • Drums http://www.davidorlowsky.de | http://www.danielstelter.com | http://www.tommybaldu.de Doors open: 7:00 PM

Magic and Comedy with TOPAS

"Secret Power"

The One-Man-Magic-Show

An event by Kino im Waldhorn & Sudhaus

Topas, the two-time world champion of magic, presents completely new magic and unprecedented illusions in his fifth stage show. Lightning flashes from his hands, Turkish lemonade flies through the air, and life materializes from a primordial soup. Some miracle workers speak in tongues; Topas speaks 12 dialects and proves to be a clairvoyant.

This evening revolves around the infinite lightness of illusion and innovation. Topas reflects everything with a wink. We have invented devices that save us from physical labor, and now we need additional fitness equipment to train off the fat that has accumulated...

What does a magician do to conjure up fitness?

Topas takes off and amazes with 1000 magical ideas in: SECRET POWER.

http://www.topasmagic.de

Doors open: 7:00 pm

Julian Lage is one of the most outstanding jazz guitarists of his generation. As the New Yorker writes, he belongs to the "highest category of improvising musicians" and has a perfect child prodigy biography. That aside, Julian Lage is so great because he manages to explore and work musically on the countless currents of American music history from jazz, pop, country, bluegrass, acoustic folk, and rock without giving frontal lessons. All this is based on excellent technique, free association, and improvisation. He sounds so authentic and unadulterated, as if he were playing a spontaneous concert just around the corner.

Growing up in the San Francisco Bay Area, he began performing publicly at the age of six and played with Carlos Santana two years later. A documentary film was even made about him called "Jules at Eight". He conducted his first jazz workshop at the age of 15 at Stanford University. The musician, who now lives in New York, can look back on a long career marked by collaborations with Gary Burton and John Zorn, as well as duo projects with Nels Cline, Chris Eldridge, and Fred Hersch.

Julian Lage (guit) // Dave King (drums) // Jorge Roeder (bass)

http://www.julianlage.com

Doors open: 7:30pm

Christmas is approaching and with it the Advent season, where snowflakes dance on the streets, the city shines in festive splendor, and the scent of punch and gingerbread fills the air. It is the time for special songs. In their "Viennese Christmas", Cobario presents traditional as well as modern Christmas songs, reinterpreted with great joy and virtuosity on two guitars and a violin. It sounds relaxed and reflective, but also lively and spirited at times when the trio mixes their own compositions into the program.

The CD "Wiener Weihnacht" includes 12 classic Christmas songs that Cobario interprets in their own instrumental style with a fresh perspective. The listener will be taken on a journey with many musical surprises: "O Tannenbaum" is reminiscent of a Viennese Heurigen atmosphere, while "Leise rieselt der Schnee" transforms into a 1950s Jazz Waltz. From Irish influences ("Schneeflöckchen Weißröckchen"), to Bossa Nova ("Süßer die Glocken die klingen"), and Country ("Rudolph the red nosed reindeer"), Cobario explores musical styles from around the world while still honoring their Alpine tradition ("Es wird scho glei dumpa"). "Wiener Weihnacht" is a musical potpourri by the three Viennese musicians who have taken on the theme of "Christmas music" with fresh and creative ideas.

http://www.cobario.com

Doors open: 7:15 PM

Since its foundation in 1990, the band FIDDLER´S GREEN has earned the status as one of the most popular, successful, and enduring formations within the European folk rock community. A well-oiled Irish Speedfolk machine, now showcasing itself at the peak of its creativity with their new studio album "The Green Machine"!
Impressive 25 albums, four DVDs, hundreds of thousands of enthusiastic fans spread around the globe, and over 214k monthly Spotify listeners: Fiddler's Green currently boasts a rich track record.
Ralf Albers (vocals, guitar, mandolin), Pat Prziwara (guitar, vocals), Rainer Schulz (bass), Stefan Klug (accordion, bodhran), Tobias Heindl (violin, vocals), and Frank Jooss (drums) feel at home in cozy clubs as much as on the stages of large concert arenas across Europe and even into Asia.
Fiddler's Green now present "The Green Machine", their first studio album in over four years! The idea for "The Green Machine" began to develop, mature, and eventually take on a life of its own during the work on their last three albums. Working with the renowned producer Jörg Umbreit (In Extremo, Grave Digger, and more), a vibrant organism emerged over the past 36 months in the seclusion of the prestigious Principal Studios near Münster, presenting Fiddler's Green at their most varied and multi-faceted. Over twelve songs, the band stylistically ranges from their beloved full-throttle party sound through touching ballads and more pop-infused pieces to driving mid-tempo rockers and even country- and western-influenced tracks not heard before from the Erlangen-based band. 50 Shades of Green, so to speak, where Fiddler combines plenty of energy with unparalleled attention to detail and high-proof storytelling.
Fiddler's Green: "We took our time with this album. The songs evolved in different stages, growing and constantly changing. We gladly gave them this space to breathe and finally distilled the essence. This record shows how Fiddler's Green will sound in 2023".

http://www.fiddlers.de

Doors open: 7:00 pm

If there was something like the decathlon of cabaret, Helge Thun would probably be an Olympic champion, if not even a district champion. As a magician, he has won more awards than he can count, as a poet, he became the German Team Champion in Poetry Slam, and in Theatersport, he learned the art of improvisation early on. With shows like Reim gewinnt, der Comedy Stube, and Tauschrausch, he created three successful formats. For 20 years, he was the head of one of the most original comedy duos with Helge and das Udo. TV formats, radio columns, books, and various other stage programs like Der Schöne und das Biest with Heiner Kondschak or Funny Magic with Topas are not even included in that list.

And all of this just to come straight in a zigzag to the zenith on crooked paths! New rhymes, new tricks, and new comedy. Even after 30 years, Helge still draws from a well of creativity, continuing from where he left off with his last stage program Hero of Comedy: as a world-famous local hero, international leader of the regional charts, and a longtime player in relegation games with once good promotion chances.

With ''Zickzack zum Zenit'', he might have reached the last letter of the alphabet, but he is far from running out of steam. You can see for yourself personally. Best live at the theater. Where else?

''Thun offers furious comedy at its best with a rich entertainment value.'' Black Forest Messenger

http://www.helgethun.de

Doors open: 6:00 pm

The London Classic Rock band will once again tour the German-speaking area at the beginning of 2025. After the "Live Dates" Tour in 2024, celebrating the 50th anniversary of the album of the same name, "The Ash" are dedicating the 2025 tour to the motto "The Wish List Tour."

Behind the tour motto is the idea that WISHBONE ASH fans themselves can contribute to the setlist. Some rarely heard songs, requested by fans through a social media survey conducted by the band, will be played during the concert evenings. WISHBONE ASH will bring a mix of their classics, rare song treasures, and newer songs from the recent past to the stage.

Formed in 1969 in London during the bubbling birth hours of the Progressive Rock scene, WISHBONE ASH took advantage of the fertile musical environment, creating a distinctive brand of melodic rock sound and becoming one of the most influential guitar bands in rock history. Energy and melody have made "The ASH" an act that is hard to surpass, currently being discovered by a new generation of loyal rock fans. Over the years, the band has experimented with various musical genres, from folk, blues, and jazz to pedal-to-the-metal rock and electronica. Regardless of the style, WISHBONE ASH's unmistakable hallmark is the interplay of two lead guitars, influencing bands like Thin Lizzy, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Iron Maiden, and Opeth. Their album "Argus" made music history.

As true road warriors, the band covers around 30,000 miles annually - equivalent to about one lap around the Earth - earning them global recognition and lasting popularity. Founding member and lead singer Andy Powell, joined by Mark Abrahams on the Twin Lead Guitars, Bassist Bob Skeat, a band member for 25 years, sets the rhythm with Joe Crabtree, one of the best British drummers of the younger generation.

In early 2020, "Coat of Arms" was released to mark the band's 50th founding anniversary on the Steamhammer/SPV label, followed by a successful anniversary tour. With a continued spirit of musical experimentation, WISHBONE ASH confidently bring their trademark sound into the present. Their 25th album, "Coat of Arms," entered the German album charts at number 22 - the band's best chart position to date in this country. In 2023, a re-recording of their 1973 album "Live Dates" was released under the title "Live Dates Live."

http://www.wishboneashofficial.com

Doors Open: 19:00h

Crossroads, Wonderful Tonight, and Cocaine, Tears in Heaven, and Layla: sometimes close to the original, sometimes completely free. The musicians of LAYLA pass the ball to each other. The band also takes the audience on a small time travel: pieces like White Room from the days of Cream meet titles that Eric Clapton brought to the charts, MTV, and stadiums. Or those he plays with B.B. King and Jimmy Vaughan, J.J. Cale, and Derek Trucks at the legendary "Crossroads Guitar Festivals." Emotional and rockin', deeply rooted in the blues. LAYLA is a tribute to Eric "Slowhand" Clapton – and always in touch with the lively audience.

Jochen Bruche – vocals, guitar

Christiana Cladan – vocals

Jan Sinapius – guitar, vocals

Urban Wiesing – keyboards

Martin Beiter – bass, vocals

Karlheinz Link – drums

http://www.layla-ec.de

Doors open: 19:15

Crossroads, Wonderful Tonight, and Cocaine, Tears in Heaven, and Layla: sometimes close to the original, sometimes completely free. The musicians of LAYLA pass the ball to each other. The band also takes the audience on a small time travel: pieces like White Room from the days of Cream meet titles that Eric Clapton brought to the charts, MTV, and stadiums. Or those he plays with B.B. King and Jimmy Vaughan, J.J. Cale, and Derek Trucks at the legendary "Crossroads Guitar Festivals." Emotional and rockin', deeply rooted in the blues. LAYLA is a tribute to Eric "Slowhand" Clapton – and always in touch with the lively audience.

Jochen Bruche – vocals, guitar

Christiana Cladan – vocals

Jan Sinapius – guitar, vocals

Urban Wiesing – keyboards

Martin Beiter – bass, vocals

Karlheinz Link – drums

http://www.layla-ec.de

Doors open: 19:15

“The longest encore in the world” – LAITH AL-DEEN announces the second part of the successful “Dein Begleiter” tour for 2025: A new chance for all fans to join with friends and family!

After the overwhelming success of the first part of his “Dein Begleiter” tour in 2024, LAITH AL-DEEN continues his musical journey and now announces Part 2: Under the motto “The longest encore in the world”, the German pop star will once again shake the stages of Germany in January and February 2025 – with new songs, excitingly fresh show elements, and an unforgettable and warm atmosphere that continuously delights his community.

Already during the first tour for the release of “Dein Begleiter” in April and May 2024, thousands of fans celebrated LAITH AL-DEEN and his band in sold-out venues, singing along to the songs from the latest album as well as all the hits and classics from LAITH’s career spanning decades. Each concert was characterized by energy and passion from start to finish: the audience was literally on fire, LAITH AL-DEEN was in top form, just like his band, which impressed everyone in the hall with their sound and enthusiasm.

For all those who missed out in the pre-sale for “Dein Begleiter I”, and also for those who want to relive those magical moments, the second part of the tour now offers a special opportunity: “Let’s be family – share this unforgettable evening with your loved ones and bring them along! It’s the perfect chance to take family and friends on a musical journey with us,” explains the singer.

LAITH AL-DEEN, who has shaped German pop for more than two decades with hits like “Bilder von Dir”, “Dein Lied”, and “Keine wie Du”, will not only present his classics and chart hits on this tour, but also his brand new pieces: His eleventh studio album “Dein Begleiter” from last April not only received excellent reviews but also stormed the sales charts, once again confirming LAITH AL-DEEN as a permanent fixture in the German music scene.



http://www.laith.de



Doors: 19:00h

RasgaRasga are pure energy. Six musical boundary pushers, twelve instruments, and an authentic, danceable vibe – like a rapids, RasgaRasga carry their audience to a colorful, glittering place. A place of letting go, togetherness, and the moment. In their new program "HELIO", RasgaRasga express their heartbeat, moods, visions, and emotions. With captivating vocals and a brilliantly shimmering wall of acoustic elements, RasgaRasga create their very own indie-pop with exciting new genre fusions and transcultural influences. The six musicians create an energetic pull that captivates the audience and draws them to the dance floor. RasgaRasga are winners of the Creole World Music Competition and part of the Music Cultures support program of the State Music Council NRW.

http://www.rasgarasga.de

Doors open: 7:00 pm

They are beautiful, they are passionate, and they love ABBA!
The Dancing Queens are back in brilliant, new line-up, with a proven concept and in full bloom!
With due respect for the original, the Dancing Queens give the ABBA songs their own distinctive sound and character. Supported by the finely polished arrangements of their top-notch band, a good dose of Rock'n'Roll, and a pinch of humor, the Dancing Queens elevate the Swedish gems of pop music.
With breathtaking choreography and authentic costumes, their fascinating show is a true feast for the eyes.
With the Dancing Queens, everything is live and additive-free; every venue is guaranteed to become a dance floor!
Look forward to an unforgettable evening with the hottest temptation since ABBA!

http://www.dancingqueens.de

Doors: 19:30h

Fascinating, ethereal, and majestic, Mammal Hands (saxophonist Jordan Smart, pianist Nick Smart, and drummer Rob Turner) has created a refreshingly original sound from a rich source of inspirations: drawing from spiritual jazz, as well as North Indian, folk, and classical music, they craft something unmistakable, something of their own.

Hailing from Norwich, one of the most isolated and easternmost cities in the UK, they have found their own path away from the musical mainstream, developing their unique sound during long improvised rehearsals.

All three members equally contribute to the writing process: a process that prefers to foster group dynamics over the lone wolf. Their records are charming and beautiful stories, while their hypnotic live shows have made them one of the most exciting bands in Europe thanks to their unique lineup. Their third album Shadow Work – which is also their first self-produced album – was released in 2017, followed by Captured Spirits in 2020.

Their fifth studio album Gift from the Trees was released in March 2023. GFTT offers a new perspective on the trio's unique music. The band had the opportunity to work late into the night to create a deeper and more organic experience. This approach benefits both their writing process and their trance-like live performances. While part of the music was pre-composed and even performed live, improvisations also played an important role in the recording this time.

Jordan Smart - Saxophone
Nick Smart - Piano
Rob Turner - Drums

http://www.mammalhands.com

Doors: 19:30h

Real Djangos don't need electricity! Django 3000, the Chiemgau Desperados, invite you to a special kind of concert. A concert format that has long become legendary in their hometown of Staudach-Egerndach, attracting visitors from across the nation to the tranquil Alpine foothills in Chiemgau for a week each year, is now going on tour. With hair-raising anecdotes from the life of a Bavarian Gypsy band and plenty of rhythm in their blood, the Django3000 Caravan comes to you in an intimate atmosphere completely unplugged, but with burning Gypsy passion! Django 3000 Unplugged is an intimate and captivating concert highlight without a safety net. Sparks fly, the ground trembles, the atmosphere crackles as the legendary Heidi dances by the campfire within arm's reach! Gipsy Soul, as God created it: pure and unfiltered! Real passion doesn't need a power outlet. Django 3000 have traveled far and wide from the Urals to India, and they have plenty to tell from the "wild wide world"! So if you've always wanted to be close enough to see the whites of these rustic lads' eyes, now is your chance. For those who don't know them yet, you can get up close and personal right away, as there will be no apologies given this time either. But don't worry, they don't bite, they just groove! The concerts have a maximum capacity of 180 visitors. So, act fast, as the past few years have shown.

http://www.django3000.de

Doors open: 19:00h

The pop musician, pianist, and co-founder of the A-Cappella comedy legend “FÜENF” under his pseudonym “Justice” is now treading the solo paths that mean the world. Accompanying himself on the piano, he presents brand new songs about craftsmen, balcony plants, funeral speeches, and spinning machines, alternating with Füenf hits like “Umdrehn brinx nix”, “Bring mir die Sonne”, and long-unheard audience highlights, all of which are composed by him and freshly arranged. A pun-filled evening with depth and unheard comedy pop. Gentle singing and absurd piano escapades compete against the saddest truths. Here, thinking outside the box is the new knee-slapper.

http://www.christian-langer.com

Doors open: 19:30h

"Juhuu, meine Frau wird Oma!"

Swabian comedy with Heinrich del Core

An event by Kino im Waldhorn Rottenburg and Sudhaus

When Heinrich Del Core tells his everyday stories in his red shoes, one wants to exclaim: "Stop it! That can't possibly have happened, he must have just made it up!" But all these events, which we can laugh at so incredulously and heartily, he has experienced himself. Heinrich Del Core is a magnet that attracts quirky everyday situations, which he then presents to us with his uniquely witty charm.

And now the time has come: Heinrich is going to be a grandpa. Or to put it differently: his wife is going to be a grandma!

The new situation turns everything upside down. Overnight, Del Core's world is different. He buys a stroller that costs as much as a moped used to and today a Thermomix. He downloads baby apps for his wife and bakes cake for family coffee catch-ups. Then there's also a wedding, environmentally conscious and vegan. But true joy is hard to come by when one is supposed to throw unpeeled whole grain rice at the couple.

But with grandparents, many problems disappear into thin air. Take the bedroom, for example: how often has restful sleep been disrupted by his wife's cold feet, the never-ending battle over the duvet, or because the man competes with a leaf blower in volume and air pressure? When the grandchild comes to visit on the weekend, Heinrich simply has to move out.

Of course, this affects his self-esteem. And doesn’t "grandpa" sound totally old as well? Actually, he feels younger - except in the morning when getting up. Sometimes the joints make noises. But his wife keeps boosting his confidence: "Heinrich, you are really fit." In fact, she seems to cope with the new situation much better. She says: "Being a grandma is like being a mom - only nicer." She has never thought about getting older. Once, she left a note for the kids: "We are at the cemetery," and Heinrich wrote underneath: "But we will come back."

Yet despite all the changes in his life, this program is a typical Heinrich Del Core evening, because he himself says: "My wife is becoming a grandma, but I'm staying the same."

http://www.kinowaldhorn.de

http://www.heinrich-delcore.de

Admission: 19:00h

When the two founding members of Grobschnitt, "Lupo" (lead guitar) and "Willi Wildschwein" (singer and guitarist), along with Willi's son "Nuki" (guitar, vocals, percussion), announced via video message on April 1st, 2019, that they were finally returning to German stages, it was a long-awaited dream come true for the still large fan base of the legendary band from Hagen.

The desire to do something that had never been done in the band's long history was the driving force behind the "Grobschnitt Acoustic Party" project for the three musicians. The Grobschnitt song classics are performed live with completely new, acoustic arrangements and without much fanfare. For almost two years, the musicians prepared the acoustic project in secret, without even Grobschnitt insiders knowing about it.

The "Grobschnitt Acoustic Party" is a 3-hour emotional journey through the band's 53-year music history, featuring many well-known song classics from albums released between 1972 and 1989. It is presented and celebrated in a close-knit, familial atmosphere. This includes compositions that the band has never or rarely performed live. The program also features the two long tracks "Solar Music" and "Rockpommel's Land" in 30-minute acoustic versions, which are well-known staples of any Grobschnitt performance. The focus of the Grobschnitt Acoustic Party event is solely on the music!

"Listening to these super old 'tunes' in a new guise is simply beautiful, an unforgettable experience," say Grobschnitt fans after the first concerts. Standing ovations followed the cult opener "Vater Schmidt's Wandertag". It was not only the song classics that captivated the enthusiastic audience, but also the typical Grobschnitt humor, which was repeatedly shared between the pieces in the form of anecdotes by the musicians. The three musicians themselves were more than impressed by the suspenseful atmosphere and, after the concert, mingled with their numerous fans for autographs and selfies.

To the delight of Grobschnitt enthusiasts, a purely acoustic studio album featuring song classics of the band was released in May 2022, debuting at number 25 on the German Album Charts. Titled simply "GROBSCHNITT ACOUSTIC ALBUM", the work contains 14 tracks and is a tribute to the band's 50th anniversary. It is also a homage to the loyal fan base, now spanning three generations, whose motto "No Day Without Grobschnitt" has always been and remains a cult favorite.

http://www.grobschnitt.rocks

Doors open: 19:00