Böhse Onkelz in Berlin: Concert with shadow of the past?
Böhse Onkelz in Berlin: Concert with shadow of the past?
The Böhsen Onkelz once again caused excitement when they performed on the Berlin Waldbühne last weekend. The band, which has been one of the most controversial groups in Germany since its foundation in 1980, has distanced itself from its right past, but there were incidents during the concert that must not be unnoticed.
According to reports from the "Berliner Morgenpost", there was a scandalous incident during the song "Without me", in which several fans demonstratively contested their mouths. The text of the song contains provocative lines, including "and here are a few words to the 'right' address. Lick us at the ass. Otherwise there is the face". This reaction could be interpreted as a sign of rejection compared to the right spectrum, which is still associated with the band.controversy and fan reactions
But that was probably not the only incident during the concert. The "Berliner Morgenpost" also reports that the same group of viewers "Sieg Heil" calls were heard and that another fan raised the right arm to the so-called "Hitler salute". These incidents once again throw a worrying light on the cultural scene around the Böhsen Onkelz, which have often been associated with right -wing extremists in the past.
Apparently the band themselves did not notice the incidents and praised the general mood during the concert. On social media, many fans were enthusiastic about the performance. A fan wrote on Facebook: "It was so mega horny! The whole concert only had goosebumps for the whole concert and I have no voice yet." For many loyalists from the band, the performance is an important event in their life.
Another supporter of the Böhsen Onkelz described his experiences that go back to three decades: "The Unclez has been accompanying me for over 30 years and finally I was allowed to enjoy my first concert! My god, shit, it was cool!" These emotional statements testify to the deep connection that long -time fans have built into the band. Another fan who had traveled from far away described the band as part of his youth and was grateful to have experienced the live performance, although he did not want to keep some negative aspects of the concert.
Reporting on the incidents will probably further heat the discussion about the legacy of the Böhsen Onkelz. It remains to be seen whether the band is able to completely detach themselves from their past, since not all fans support the distancing. Such clearly right -wing statements from the audience also raise questions to what extent the band can be held responsible for the studio of their fanatical supporters. The debate about the importance and effects of their music will continue to be conducted, while the Böhsen Onkelz assert themselves at the top of the German rock scene.
- Nag