As we learned today, our mentor from early days, Alfred Bergmann, passed away last Friday. “Bergi,” as we called him, was a long-time friend and mentor with whom we shared many wonderful moments, both privately and professionally. Among other things, he produced a new type of radio play format with us and SFB: the original radio play “Agitation Free – Portrait of a Music Group,” as well as various other radio plays to which Agitation Free contributed the music. We last saw him at our secret concert for friends in Berlin in 2024. He was a very warm and cordial person who inspired and encouraged us. Bergi, rest in peace!
Here is a link to Fame’s AF Website
Foto: Neue Pegasus Verlag
With Dr. Peter Hanser-Strecker, we signed our first record deal in 1972 through the mediation of Peter Michael Hamel, which enabled us to launch a worldwide career. He was always a good, fair business partner to us, as well as a person with an open mind and a flair for innovation. He made a big difference, and not only at Schott Music. We are eternally grateful to him. Rest in peace, Peter!
Photo: Sebastian Köpcke
An audio-visual event by the pioneers of Krautrock!
Since their formation in Berlin in 1967, Agitation Free have shaped the scene with hypnotic improvisations, endless riffs, and psychedelic soundscapes.
Classics such as Malesch and 2nd continue to inspire ambient, prog, and Krautrock fans worldwide to this day.
After more than 50 years, they return with fresh drive—a tribute to their roots, yet more innovative than ever!
“Momentum”:
Their new studio album “Momentum” caused a sensation: Stern, Süddeutsche Zeitung, Frankfurter Allgemeine, and others celebrated it. There was also international acclaim (The Wire), resulting in great concerts at the Burg Herzberg Festival (2024), Finkenbach Festival, and 2Days Prog+1 Festival (2025) in Italy.
The new line-up: Fresh power for epic jams!
The band presents a renewed line-up that combines tradition and modernity:
Lutz “Lüül” Graf-Ulbrich (guitar), Axel Heilhecker (guitar), Daniel Cordes (bass), Burghard Rausch (drums), and Tim Sund (keys). This revitalized ensemble—based on the chemistry that exploded in recent performances—promises trance-like sessions, pulsating grooves, and unforgettable moments. Agitation Free reloaded: Authentic, intense, and ready to agitate!
Visual magic: Philipp Geist aka @videogeist
Renowned visual artist Philipp Geist provides a sensory explosion. As an international specialist in video mapping, light installations, and audiovisual performances—from festivals to immersive art projects—he transforms the stage into a living universe. His synchronized projections, abstract patterns, and dynamic effects blend seamlessly with the sounds of Agitation Free for a total trip through colors, shapes, and emotions.
It’s not just heard—it’s experienced!
