DER MUSSIKANT
'Discipline and a sequencer. This is the only combination that works.'
10/07/2025, Hamis HIREK
Name: DER MUSSIKANT
Genre: Minimal Electronic
Residence: Stuttgart, Germany
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Why did you choose this name for this musical project?
The original name was “Der künftige Musikant“ I´ve changed that later into “Der Mussikant” It´s a mixture of “musician” and “to be forced” and “to have to”.
Members & their role:
This is a one-man show. All in one hand.
What’s the most important instrument you use in your music and why?
It is discipline and a sequencer. This is the only combination that works.
Why did you start making music?
It was 1980 and everybody wanted to start making this new kind of music!
Who are your inspirators / musical heroes?
That has changed over the years. In the eighties it was DAF, WIRE and - very important - Throbbing Gristle. Nowadays I also listen to J.S.Bach and Steve Reich.
Wherefrom do you take get your inspiration to write music?
Sometimes it just comes to my mind– sometimes during a session – sometimes it`s a concrete idea.
Which (musical) achievement are you most proud of?
EP “VEITZTANZ” and the possibility, to be on stage for 45 years.
What is your most recent release and/or what are you working on right now?
I am constantly working on new songs – also for my two other projects.
Who would you like to collaborate with?
Currently no idea! … but that could change quickly…
What can we expect from you on the Dark Demo(n)s 2025 event?
The current program will show the development from the 80s to today. And what does it sound like when the “künftige” (future) musician has arrived in the future?
I´ve been asking myself this question since the 1980s. Sure: we didn´t have DAWs in the beginning! On the other hand, I will perform some songs about daily failure, daily struggle, daily madness… you will probably recognize some of this in yourself…
More info about the Dark Demo(n)s 2025 concept & Event!
Hamis HIREK
10/07/2025
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