Gerhard Gundermann | |
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Background information | |
Birth name | Gerhard Rüdiger Gundermann |
Also known as | Gundermann |
Born | Weimar, Bezirk Erfurt, East Germany | February 21, 1955
Origin | Hoyerswerda, East Germany |
Died | June 21, 1998 Spreetal | (aged 43)
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Occupation(s) | Bucket-wheel excavator operator, joiner |
Instrument | Guitar |
Years active | 1986–1998 |
Labels | SPV |
Website | members |
Gerhard Rüdiger Gundermann, who generally performed as simply Gundermann (February 21, 1955 – June 21, 1998), was a German singer-songwriter and rock musician. A skilled excavator operator, his musical career began in the former East Germany, where he became known for his clever, often melancholic lyrics imbued with social commentary. After German reunification, he became especially popular among former East Germans who felt alienated and marginalized in the reunited country.