Dark Gray Songs - Tribute to Ludwig Hirsch on his 80th - Judenburg

On February 26, 2026, Ludwig Hirsch would have turned 80 years old. With his profound, dark, melancholic, yet tenderly humorous songs, he has shaped the Austrian music landscape like hardly anyone else. Since his legendary debut album "Dunkelgraue Lieder" (1978) featuring classics such as "Die Omama," "Spuck den Schnuller aus," "Der Herr Haslinger," "I lieg am Ruckn," and the great legacy of "Komm großer schwarzer Vogel," Ludwig Hirsch remains deeply ingrained in the consciousness of his fans and companions. His long-time companion, bandleader, and guitarist Johnny Bertl ensures the familiar Hirsch live sound with his fantastic band. Together with Wolf Bachofner, Felix Kramer, Kaspar Simonischek, and Jo Bertl, we would like to commemorate the incomparable Ludwig Hirsch and dedicate this special evening to the work of the greatest Austrian songwriter of our time. His work and his unique approach to language, poetry, and social issues will not be forgotten. On the occasion of his milestone anniversary, there will be a nationwide concert tour in Austria, where renowned artists will pay tribute to the legacy of this extraordinary songwriter. The concert evenings will be titled "Dunkelgraue Lieder - Homage to Ludwig Hirsch on his 80th" and promise an emotional, musically diverse, and respectful remembrance of one of the country's greatest poets. Johnny Bertl tells the story of a friendship. In addition to his most famous works, rarely heard songs, as well as personal stories and anecdotes about Ludwig Hirsch, will be part of the program. In this spirit - Ludwig, we think of you! Band: Johnny Bertl - guitar / Andi Steirer - percussion, drums / Dieter Kolbeck - keyboard / Sebastian Gansch - bass / Felix Kramer - guitar Book: Nicolaus Hagg / Sound: Valentin Zopp / Idea and production: Scheibmaier & Schilling Promotion GmbH