Günther Sigl will be 78: a life between fame and danger!

Günther Sigl will be 78: a life between fame and danger!

Berlin, Deutschland - Günther Sigl, the front man of the Spider Murphy Gang recently celebrated his 78th birthday. Known for their hits such as "Skandal in the Land" and "Schickeria", the band has been a fixture in the German rock and pop landscape since the 1980s. Sigl emphasizes that live music for him is "how the air is to breathe" and that he can be happy that he has been on stage for almost 50 years.

The Spider Murphy Gang was founded in 1977 and, apart from a nine-month break during Corona pandemic, has continued its activities to this day. Sigl, who received his first guitar from his father at the age of 15, remembers the change from a banker to a professional musician. "For me, music is a source of youth," says Sigl and emphasizes his joy to stand on stage.

The dark side of fame

In an insightful interview, Sigl speaks about the flaws of fame. He warns that success can quickly become a trap, in particular through drugs and a revealing life. Despite the temptations in the music industry, Sigl has never slipped into addiction, which he attributes to his stable private environment. Since his marriage in 1981 and building a family, he has never smoked or consumed alcohol.

The front man draws a comparison between touring life and a dangerous lifestyle that cost many musicians, including legends such as Janis Joplin and Jimi Hendrix. "There is no general solution for the dangers in the music business," he explains, but he sees a solid home as an important protective factor.

mental health in the music industry

These challenges in the music industry support the demand for more responsibility, such as a graduate psychologist Michael Wecker, founder of the association "Mental Health in Music “, challenged. In the industry there is stigmatization of mental illnesses, in particular due to the widespread expectation that musicians celebrate and consume drugs. This reality contributes to the increase in risk for addictive behavior and mental problems.

alarm clock emphasizes that artists often only use advice in crisis situations, although prevention work is offered. Especially for young artists, early fame can bring health risks, since they often do not have any necessary life experience. The pressure to be successful and the tour stress are other factors that contribute to mental stress.

The Spider Murphy plans to have a number of concerts in Germany and Switzerland in the coming months to celebrate their career running until the 50th anniversary in 2027. Sigl feels fit and active, and while he appeals to the dangers of the music industry, the passion for music remains unbroken.