On October 22, 2009, the Sondaschüler from Oberhausen visited the Berlin S.O. 36 again. After the nearly sold-out concert last year just before Christmas with DDP, they came to Berlin alone on this day. This wasn't so bad, as Friday is still a workday, and one has to be somewhat present at least until noon. We arrived at S.O. 36 as the opening band had already started playing. It was a band from Berlin that was still quite young and did their thing quite solidly. Musically and lyrically, it was nothing special, but they didn't make a bad impression either. Perhaps we will see them again in a few years. If the guys stick together, something could definitely come of it. What was more impressive, or rather shocking, was how empty S.O. 36 was. There were maybe 150 people there. The mostly young audience stood in front of the stage and seemed to enjoy the band that was warming them up. We raised the average age by a few years. While we stood there enjoying our after-work beer, we ran into a few friends of ours, so we could almost form a group of old-timers. Among others, Sammy, the drummer from 5 BUGS, had also found his way to S.O. 36. Well then, we all waited for the opening band to slowly but surely pack up and clear the stage for the Oberhausen Sondaschüler. The atmosphere was quite decent so far, albeit restrained. It wasn't that full yet, and after all, people were there for the main band, at least the few who were present. A few more people trickled in, but it didn't really get crowded. S.O. 36 was maybe half full at the start of SONDASCHULE. Totally incomprehensible, after all, it was vacation time, it was Thursday, and the entrance fee of €13 was not really exorbitantly high. SONDASCHULE took the stage at 10:00 PM in white suits. The band welcomed the audience with the phrase "Welcome to Drinking – the Musical!" A few more witty remarks followed, and then it finally kicked off with the first songs. Pogo broke out immediately at the front. Everyone sang along loudly. The atmosphere was instantly great. Very friendly, no exaggerated hardness, just a really exuberant party mood. Here, 400 people created a vibe for 1000!! The band seemed to enjoy it too, although the announcements from singer Costa in the first quarter of the concert came across as a bit tired, he gradually woke up. At the latest when he announced that the band would go to the Trinkteufel after the concert, this was received with enthusiasm. And those who went out for a drink with the band last year know that the night can be long. The setlist was clearly geared towards partying, and many hits from the band were played, such as "Lieber einen Paffen", "Bar(t)bara", "Ich stinke und schnarche". The profound, intelligent, and sometimes sad lyrics that the band also has, and which are very good, were banned for the evening. It was all about partying, and that was achieved. Beer flowed in streams, not only down throats but also over heads, and the stage was swimming anyway. It was a great gig from the band from Oberhausen, although I would have liked a bit more spontaneity in the announcements. The setlist was great, the atmosphere was superb, and so everyone went home satisfied and happy after nearly 2 hours. SONDASCHULE is still one of the most brilliant live bands, and with Costa Cannabis, they have a charismatic singer with great entertainer qualities.
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