Rocking for democracy: The Busters on Neustadter Marktplatz!

Rocking for democracy: The Busters on Neustadter Marktplatz!

On June 6, 2025, an impressive event took place on the market square in Neustadt an der Weinstraße under the motto "for free and outside". The ska band "The Busters" attracted numerous visitors who wanted to work musically for democracy. The event, which lasted from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., was part of the "Solidary Spring - Neustadt ’25" and aimed to mobilize for diversity and against the new rights. The event was organized by the non-partisan citizen: Inner initiative "Neustadt remains colorful", which has been committed to a committed and cosmopolitan Neustadt since 2023.

A highlight of the program was a round of talks with political scientist Prof. Dr. Markus Linden. He explained the strategies of right -wing extremists and addressed their attempts to fix significant historical events such as the Hambacher for their purposes. The atmosphere among the audience was initially reserved, but during the concert the audience woke up and went actively. The benefit concert was a clear sign against xenophobia, and the organizers called for those present to bring posters and transparent and invite friends.

music as a weapon against extremism

The Busters, known for your hit song "Defend you, resist ...", are on your loud tour through Germany. Her appearance was not only a musical contribution, but also a clear announcement against right -wing extremist currents. Music is often used by extremist groups to spread their ideologies, as various reports on right -wing extremist music events show. These serve in the identity foundation and recruitment of young people and are often launched by organizations such as the NPD and "the rights".

At right-wing extremist festivals, such as the "Schild & Schwert" festival, music and martial arts are often central elements that contribute to the spread of extremist ideologies. Although the number of visitors of such events lose weight, their importance remains high in the scene. The "fight of the Nibelungen" tournament, which is organized by right-wing extremists, shows how these topics manifest themselves. Security authorities observe such developments carefully and implement measures to combat extremist activities.

The participation of many people in the event shows that a strong, civilian commitment to democratic values ​​is also important in difficult times. This type of events is not only a musical highlight, but also an important social signal against extremism and intolerance.

For further information on developments in the field of right-wing extremism and the role of music in this context, the Constitutional Protection Music events in the right -wing extremist scene.

The "Neustadt remains colorful" initiative shows that the cohesion of the citizens: inside is strong enough to stand up for diversity and democracy and to defend themselves against dangerous ideologies. The progress and commitment of the community are encouraging signs for the future.