Dirk Zöllner

Dirk Zöllner is a German singer, songwriter, composer, and musical performer born on June 13, 1962, in East Berlin. He grew up in Berlin-Karlshorst and was musically influenced by his parents, who introduced him to artists like Otis Redding and the Temptations, as well as the rock band Renft. Zöllner began his music career early, forming bands during his school days and later founding "Die Zöllner" in 1988 with pianist André Gensicke. The band gained popularity in the late 1980s and early 1990s, performing at significant events like the Open-Air Festival on the Radrennbahn Weißensee and the Konzert für Berlin. Over the years, Zöllner has released numerous albums and collaborated on various projects, including musicals and literary works.

Zöllner's recent projects include collaborations with other artists, such as Manuel Schmid, where they perform ballads from the former East Germany. He has also released albums like "Dirk & das Glück. Zöllner trifft Karma," which features unused lyrics from Werner Karma. Zöllner is known for his diverse musical contributions and his commitment to cultural heritage. He lives in Berlin-Köpenick and continues to be active in the music scene, often combining his music with social engagement and literary pursuits.

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