Rammstein: Scandal around Till Lindemann - concerts in Berlin ensure exciting discussions

Rammstein: Scandal around Till Lindemann - concerts in Berlin ensure exciting discussions

rammstein: Sexual allegations against front singer Till Lindemann

The German band Rammstein and their front singer Till Lindemann have been known for their scandals and provocative appearances for years. But now a new dimension of the scandal shakes the band. Serious allegations against Lindemann are made in the media and on social networks. Several women accuse him of sexual attacks during the concerts.

Some women claim that during the appearances of Rammstein by Lindemann they were selected and asked whether they would like to come to the after-show party. Some of them are said to have been stunned with knockout drops or alcohol in order to be able to perform sexual acts on them. Lindemann decidedly rejects the allegations and lets them represent them by his lawyer. He emphasizes that these allegations are untrue.

sex and violence have long been part of the Rammstein works. Explicit representations of sex, violence and pornography are often shown in their music videos and stage shows. The band itself has not yet officially commented on the allegations. However, the other band members show solidarity with Lindemann by demonstratively together in the concerts.

The discussion and the allegations also have legal consequences. The Berlin public prosecutor's office has initiated an investigation against Lindemann. Media reports can be the trigger for such investigations. However, there is currently no other state of affairs so as not to endanger ongoing investigations. The presumption of innocence applies until the end of the investigations.

The debate about the allegations against Lindemann also has an impact on the Rammstein label Universal Music Entertainment. The marketing and promotion activities for the band were temporarily suspended. Nevertheless, the albums of Rammstein are selling particularly well after the allegations became known. Some albums can be found in the top 100 of the charts.

The band is now confronted with protests and bans on performance. According to different opinions, protest actions will occur at the sold -out concerts in Berlin. However, the police in Berlin is well prepared and advises the organizer to minimize possible security risks.

A ban on the concerts is not legally possible, as the Berlin cultural senator emphasizes. However, the Greens demand specific measures against sexual violence at major events. Politicians are obliged to take measures and to make security concepts with awareness structures.

in Berlin there seems to be no further allegations. None of young women are dancing near the Rammstein stage, and there will be no after-show parties in the properties of the State of Berlin. It remains unclear whether this also applies to the rented stadium. So far, however, it is planned not to hold an after-show party in Berlin.