Thomas Anders celebrates 40 years of modern talking with a special keytar!

Thomas Anders celebrates 40 years of modern talking with a special keytar!

On February 9, 2025, a special event will take place in Bonn: a conversation with Thomas Anders and Christian Geller, the part of the celebrations for the 40th anniversary of Modern Talking . Everything revolves around the legendary pop duo, which had a sustainable influence on the German and international music scene. Admission to this event will be free, but prior registration is required.

Thomas Anders, the famous singer and member of Modern Talking, will be handed over to the Haus der History Foundation during the event. This keytar, which in 1985 in the popular television show "Wetten, dass ..?" used for the hit "You can win if you want", stands as a symbol for the iconic status of the duo. The event is made by Dr. Simone Mergen moderated, the director of education and public service in the House of History.

topics and influence

The conversation will not only be about the musical success of Modern Talking, but also about their influence on sound, fashion and pop culture of the 1980s. Different and Geller will discuss the global reach of the hits of the duo and respond to the social currents that shaped the music of that time. The 1980s are often considered the decade of bad taste, but had significant trends, including the new German Welle and Synthipop, which came up during this time.

The music landscape of this decade was shaped by many artists. In addition to Anders and Dieter Bohlen, Rick Astley was also an integral part of dance music with his hit "Never Gonna Give You Up". Synthipop acts such as Alphaville and Dead or Alive also recorded great successes and expanded the musical spectrum of the 1980s.

Modern Talking and their legacy

As one of the most successful pop duos in Germany and International, Modern Talking has landed a number of number 1 hits. Their music and the characteristic style have shaped contemporary pop culture. The discourses on their influence not only offer a look back at past fame, but also opportunities to understand developments in music and the associated trends. Events like this promote the memory of an era that has produced numerous musical innovations.

In a broader context, the discussion also refers to the various musical currents of this time, for example the importance of bands such as Depeche Mode and Madonna, which dominated the charts. These developments are inextricably linked to the memories of the most important hits and artists who shaped the decade.