DES ROCS

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As part of his “Dream Machine” tour, Des Rocs is currently thrilling fans all over Europe, and the gig in Cologne was no exception. The mixture of unadulterated rock and intense connection with the audience made the evening one of those concerts where you go home with a smile on your face for a long time afterwards. But before Des Rocs took to the stage, two support acts did their best to get the audience going - and they succeeded more than impressively.

The evening was opened by Pistols At Dawn, who immediately created a pleasant atmosphere with their spherical, melodic rock. You could feel that they weren't just playing rock, but that the band wanted to go a little deeper with their dynamic arrangements.

The sound reminded me of a wild mixture of HIM and Counterfeit - dark, but still melodic. I particularly remember the moment when singer Triston asked us: “Are you feeling like we feel?” - it felt like a real invitation to fully engage with the band's music and emotions. And of course we all dove in headfirst.

What I particularly appreciate about Moon Fever is that they are absolutely authentic. This band lives and breathes their music, and the audience could feel it in every second. When bassist Dave suddenly ventured into the mosh pit and joined us, it was a moment that showed us how closely the band is connected to its audience. When he came back on stage, threw away his crumpled setlist like a rock star and just kept playing - that was pure adrenaline. Moon Fever are definitely a band to keep an eye on.

But what made this evening even more unforgettable was the way he spoke to us. He interrupted his song “Maybe, I” to simply remark on how hot it actually was in the hall. It was a moment that made us all laugh - something you rarely see at concerts. It showed how down-to-earth and approachable Des Rocs is. The fans took the opportunity to give him small gifts on stage, which he received and even wore with a genuine smile. These moments show that he is more than just a rock star - he is an artist who appreciates being close to his fans.

A particular highlight was the song “Hanging By A Thread”, which he introduced with a personal story. He talked about a man he met one night in New York and how this meeting inspired him to write the song.

With a head full of memories and a warm feeling in my heart, I finally stepped out into the cool night air. Des Rocs didn't just play a concert that night - he made a connection with us that will resonate long after the last chord has been played. And that is exactly what makes him one of the most exciting artists of our time.

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