Die Ärzte
Berlin trio of Farin Urlaub, Bela B and Rodrigo González, pairing punk speed with absurdist humour and pointed songs like 'Schrei nach Liebe'. Self-styled best band in the world.
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About Die Ärzte
Die Ärzte formed in West Berlin in 1982 around Farin Urlaub and Bela B, with Sahnie on bass. Their early records drew censors' attention, with some songs placed on Germany's index of media considered harmful to young people. The band split in 1988 and re-formed in 1993 with Rodrigo González on bass, the lineup that has held since.
'Schrei nach Liebe', a 1993 song aimed at neo-Nazis, returned to the top of the German charts in 2015 after a campaign to buy it in response to anti-refugee violence. Albums such as 'Planet Punk', '13' and 'Geräusch' mix fast punk rock with pop hooks, genre detours and running jokes, and the two-part 'Hell' and 'Dunkel' followed in 2020 and 2021.
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What festivals is Die Ärzte playing in 2027?
Die Ärzte is booked at 1 festival we cover: Nova Rock 2027.
Is Die Ärzte on tour?
Yes. Die Ärzte has 7 shows listed, from Lille, France on Mar 17, 2027 to Hamburg, Germany on May 5, 2027, plus 1 festival on the page above.
Is Die Ärzte playing Nova Rock 2027?
Yes, Die Ärzte is on the Nova Rock 2027 lineup, June 9–12, 2027 at Pannonia Fields, Nickelsdorf, Austria. They play Saturday, June 12.
What kind of music does Die Ärzte play?
Die Ärzte plays rock.
Who is in Die Ärzte?
Die Ärzte is Bela B. (drums, lead vocals), Farin Urlaub (guitar, lead vocals) and Rodrigo González (bass, lead vocals). Former members include Sahnie and The Incredible Hagen.
When did Die Ärzte form?
Die Ärzte formed in Berlin in 1982.
What was Die Ärzte's first album?
Die Ärzte's first album was Debil (1984). The latest is Nummus cecidit (2022).