Cologne rocks: Kraftklub surprises with a spontaneous concert and new anthem!

Cologne rocks: Kraftklub surprises with a spontaneous concert and new anthem!

Yesterday evening, a spontaneous concert by the Chemnitz band Kraftklub transformed Cologne into a veritable festival of music and political engagement. The band, known for their combination of rock and German chanting, played outdoors in Bickendorf. She performed in white pants, T-shirts and black leather jackets and captivated the crowd with her sounds.

The event was announced on social media just hours before, sparking a wave of anticipation among fans. The striking red lettering “Kraftklub Dies in Karl-Marx-Stadt”, which hung on a crane behind the stage, indicated the title of the upcoming album, which will be released on November 28, 2023. This album reflects the critical topics that Kraftklub deals with in their songs and clearly positions the band against the shift to the right in society.

Concert with a political message

At the concert in Cologne, which was promoted by ZDF Magazin Royale and the well-known entertainer Jan Böhmermann, hundreds of fans flocked to the location, many even trying to overcome barriers to get a place in the front row. With his inspiring performance, singer Felix Kummer ensured that the audience was there with a lot of energy. During the appearance, Kummer spoke clearly about political issues and had the people in the crowd join in with the slogan “All of Cologne hates the AfD.” A clear sign that the band not only makes music, but also has a social voice.

The performance of the new, unreleased song “Schief in meine Chor”, which was played three times as an encore during the concert, was particularly impressive. According to reviews, this title is interpreted as a call against the right. Kraftklub is known for their political commitment and advocates for social injustices, as they have already addressed in their previous hits such as “Shots in the Air” and “Window”. The latter criticizes the politically frustrated angry citizen and the population's apathy towards current problems.

A look into the future

The band, which was founded in Chemnitz in 2010, is planning a big tour for 2026, which will include a performance at Dresden's Rudolf-Harbig Stadium. Despite the cancellation of a planned concert in Cologne, Kraftklub still thrilled their audience and remains at the forefront of the music scene in Germany. The advance sales for the planned concert at the PSD Bank Dome in Düsseldorf, which is already sold out, shows how high the demand is for their performances.

In a further step for the band, the commitment is not only reflected in the music, but also through their solidarity with social movements. They recently supported activists who drew attention to the grievances in the cultural and social sectors by performing in front of a closed theater in Chemnitz, which is closed due to an explosion in costs.

Overall, Kraftklub stands out for their mix of music and social responsibility and remains not only a popular band, but also a mouthpiece for many of their generation.

For more information about the concert and the band, see the reports on ksta.de, cultx-revue.com and world.de.