Herman Rarebell: Rock legend unpacks – A life for peace!

Herman Rarebell: Rock legend unpacks – A life for peace!

Herman Rarebell, the former drummer of the legendary rock band Scorpions, presented his new book “What About Love” in Vienna today. The release coincides with his wide-ranging reflection on his musical experiences and the political significance of the Scorpions. Rarebell, who is now 75 years old, looks back on over 60 years in the music scene and, in his 224-page work, shares personal experiences and historical reviews that are of great importance to many fans. crown reports that Rarebell is considering the Scorpions' transition from a hard rock band to a group that also plays emotional ballads.

In particular, he highlights the “Moscow Music Peace Festival” in 1989, in which the Scorpions played a central role. This was a significant event where 150,000 people gathered and soldiers danced to the sounds of music. The song “Wind Of Change”, inspired by the political upheavals in Germany and the Soviet Union, became the soundtrack of the time. Rarebell describes how this song came about after he reported to his bandmate Klaus Meine that communism was over. Pulse24 highlights that Rarebell described the Scorpions as the first band invited to the Kremlin by Gorbachev.

Personal insights and current dialogues

In “What About Love,” Rarebell also shares personal memories and newspaper clippings about social and political events. His subtitle “How I almost achieved world peace with the Scorpions – and how it is becoming possible today” reflects his belief that peace and dialogue are essential. Despite his successes in music, Rarebell expresses disappointment about the fact that world peace has not yet been achieved and appeals to people to actively communicate with one another. He sees music as a medium that enables people to speak to one another across cultural boundaries. This idea is also addressed in the discussion of the influence of music on political and social issues, as seen in a broader context by Etos Media is analyzed.

Another central point in Rarebell's stories are his experiences with the party lifestyle and drug use in the 80s, which he stopped about ten years ago to protect his health. Self-awareness and change seem to be key themes in his life and work. His review of the Scorpions' "Farewell" tour is also critical and testifies to his high musical standards and his sadness about the band's current state.

Future prospects

Despite these challenges, Rarebell plans to continue actively making music and sees no plans for retirement. He is enjoying his time in Tyrol and aims to be creative for at least 10 to 15 more years. The new book aims not only to tell his story, but also to inspire hope for peace and cooperation in today's often conflict-ridden world. “What a better future needs is more dialogue and understanding,” emphasizes Rarebell to his audience.

His commitment to music and its ability to connect people and promote positive change is a guiding principle at the center of his work. The interactions between music and politics, viewed in different contexts, illustrate how artists like Rarebell have the power to influence things and be a voice for peace.