Träumer (Remastered 20th Anniversary) Georg Danzer

• 1 Träumer 03:55
• 2 Menschenkinder 04:22
• 3 Wunderland 04:07
• 4 Alles was i brauch 04:07
• 5 Unsichtbar 03:17
• 6 I fürcht mi ned 03:58
• 7 Lass mi da ned lana 03:49
• 8 Mei Asch'n 03:49
• 9 Ein Tampon und ein Kondom 02:20
• 10 Es tuat ma lad 03:47
• 11 Stell da vor 04:07
• 12 Schwester Maria 04:30
• 13 De glaubn, i hör's ned 05:30
• 14 A letztes Liad 02:52
• 15 Ollas hod sein' Preis 03:32
• 16 Schwoazza Reg'n (Erstfassung von "Träumer") 03:46
• Total Runtime 01:01:48

Info for Träumer (Remastered 20th Anniversary)

It is incredible, but it has actually been twenty years since the release of Georg Danzer’s album "Träumer". At the time, however, it was released exclusively on CD, a format that has since become almost disposable. Who would have imagined that, so long after the initial release, the "big black disc" would come back into fashion?

It therefore made perfect sense to release Georg’s 33rd and final studio album in high-resolution audio for the first time.

Just in time for Danzer’s 80th birthday, *Träumer* is being released as a "20th Anniversary Edition" double album. It includes two previously unreleased tracks: "Ollas hod sein’ Preis"—originally intended for the Austria3 film *Jackpot*—and "Schwoazza Reg’n," the original version of the title track, "Träumer."

Georg Tomandl has remastered all the tracks using modern audio engineering standards.

The gatefold sleeve—lovingly designed by Gerhard Weber and featuring all the lyrics on the inner sleeves—adds extra charm to this release, making it an essential addition to any record collection.

The historic Austrian record label Amadeo is celebrating its 70th anniversary this year. We want to celebrate Austrian musical identity together through Georg Danzer’s historically significant body of work.

Shortly before the release of *Träumer*, Georg Danzer went public about his illness. He spoke openly and honestly about his cancer and his treatment, while also noting that the songs on *Träumer* had been written before he even knew he was ill. Sometimes, it seems, everything in life is interconnected. Georg Danzer is seriously ill; Georg Danzer is a wonderful singer-songwriter; and Georg Danzer is a man who never minces his words. How do these three statements come together? Let me get a little personal here. Upon first listening to *Träumer*, a sense of astonishment sets in. The lyrics have a wonderfully melancholic tone, carrying a faint undertone of finality. This is not the Danzer we are used to; in "Mei Aschen"—a track by this marvelous storyteller known for his whimsical tales and anecdotes (as heard on his double live album *Gute Unterhaltung*)—he suddenly reveals that he wishes to be cremated upon his death. He titles another song "I fürcht mi ned" (I’m Not Afraid): "The devil doesn't sleep, I’m well aware of that," he sings, looking back at the hippie era and the strangely wondrous life of a youth long since past. A sense of wonder arises. These are honest songs he sings—lyrics that touch everyone and sometimes freeze the laughter on one's lips—yet they are beautiful nonetheless, perhaps precisely because of that: these dreams filled with drama. (akro) kulturwoche.at

Georg Danzer, Vocals, Larrivée guitars, 12- and 6-string Martin guitars, classical guitar, harmonica, Hammond, programming
Dieter Kolbeck, Wendl & Lung grand piano, keyboard
Mario Berger, Larrivée steel-string guitar, Hirade classical guitar, Strat and Gibson electric guitars, Regal Dobro, 12-string Lakewood guitar
Willi Langer, Lakland basses, Fender Jazz Bass, Yamaha semi-acoustic bass, Ovation acoustic bass
Stephan Maass, Meinl percussion
Lenny Dickson, Alto Beat drum kit
Monika Ballwein, Vocals (tracks 3, 13)

Recorded and mixed at Studio Bärlin by Chris Scheidl
Mastering at Sunshine Studio by Georg Tomandl
Musical direction: Georg Danzer
Production: Georg Danzer and Franz Christian Schwarz

Digitally remastered

Georg Danzer
Born in Vienna on October 7, 1946, and passing away on June 21, 2007, Georg Danzer was one of the outstanding singer-songwriters—and not just in Austria. He owed this status not only to his critical and incisive lyrics but also to his personal authenticity. He always looked beneath the surface and never shied away from setting uncomfortable truths to music.

He began his music career in 1967, initially working as a lyricist for numerous artists, including well-known names such as Marianne Mendt, Erika Pluhar, and André Heller.

As Austrian dialect music gained popularity, Danzer began writing his own lyrics in the local dialect.

He released his first single, "Tschik" (Cigarette), without any indication of the singer or lyricist on the record.

The year 1976 proved to be a particularly successful one for the artist: following his marriage in 1975, his daughter Daniela was born, and he was named "Star of the Year" by the trade magazine *Music Week*.

From that point on, Georg Danzer was firmly established in the industry, yet his lyrics remained uncompromising, critical, and profound. This period saw the creation of songs like "Freiheit" (Freedom), with lyrics and melodies that truly get under the listener's skin. This quality characterizes many of his songs and is the foundation of his enduring success.

Another milestone in his career was the successful "Georg Danzer Tour '79." Danzer consistently captivated audiences because his lyrics rang true; nothing about his work ever seemed contrived or driven by a desire for profit.

Throughout his career, the artist also participated in other projects, such as the group Austria 3. In April 2000, he became chairman of the organization "SOS Mitmensch" for a two-year term.

On June 21, 2007, this exceptional artist passed away following a severe illness. Always true to himself, Georg Danzer had declined the offer of a state funeral prior to his death.

This album contains no booklet.