KONSTANTIN WECKER - Der Liebe zuliebe
4/16/2026
at 8:00 PM
/ Mülheim
Konstantin Wecker
Der Liebe zuliebe – a literary and musical evening
Sometimes combative, sometimes contemplative, sometimes gentle – always passionate: This is how the audience knows and loves the poet and musician Konstantin Wecker. He is not only a gifted songwriter but also an important voice of an entire generation. An unyielding admonisher and fighter against war and fascism. With his songs and texts, he has been advocating for justice and peace for many decades and for a more mindful, loving coexistence. With his new book Der Liebe zuliebe (bene! / Droemer Knaur) – Konstantin Wecker reflects on his life's journey.
Der Liebe zuliebe – a book about a lifelong quest: for meaning, for the "more than everything," for the great mystery, for love, for paths to inner and outer peace. For Wecker, love is the key to making life successful. And that the world can become different, a better place.
In his new book, Konstantin Wecker also does not shy away from the dark times: depression, melancholy, alcoholism, drug-induced highs, numerous crashes, delusions, anger, sadness. He writes about a decades-long search and a turning point at the brink.
A moving book from the pen of one of the greatest song poets of our time, who continuously encourages tens of thousands of fans to believe in the good and to stand up for the good.
"I finally wanted to become the one I sing about in my songs: the tender one, the peaceful one, the loving one, the listening one. One who knows what is essential.
The daily meditation, the people who supported me, the many good conversations, the music, wonderful texts of old mystics – they did me good. Without the return to the power of spirituality, I probably wouldn't have managed to embark on a new path. I wrote this book to invite all those who struggle with similar problems and the question of the meaning of our existence to embark on a journey towards a more fulfilling life. Perhaps this book has also become a kind of first legacy in the later stages of my earthly life... I look soberly at the essence of being and, of course, I have a desire and joy for the new and so much more. Gratefully, I wrote a letter at the beginning to my long-deceased father."
Konstantin Wecker
With his new stage program, Konstantin Wecker, together with Jo Barnikel (piano, keyboard) and Fany Kammerlander (cello), will excitingly intertwine his new book with his musical work and make Der Liebe zuliebe a unique experience; full of music, poetry, mysticism – and love.
Doors open: 7:00 PM