Band Profile: Wanda - A Musical Journey of Self-Healing
Marco Wanda, the frontman of the iconic Austrian rock band, is embarking on a reading tour through Germany and Austria, sharing his life story in a new memoir. The book, "Dass es uns uberhaupt gegeben hat," will be released on August 19.
Born Michael Marco Fitzthum in Vienna in 1987, Wanda has been deeply influenced by the rich history and artistic environment of his hometown. He studied literary writing at the University of Applied Arts in Vienna and is of German-Italian roots. The band Wanda, known for hits like "Bologna," "Bussi Baby," and "Columbo," gained great attention in Germany in the mid-2010s due to their unique rock sound that conveys a sense of life between euphoria and the abyss.
However, the book does not repeat earlier facts about the band or Wanda's life. Instead, it delves into personal struggles, including Wanda's battles with cocaine and alcohol, paranoia, and the deaths of his father and keyboardist Christian Hummer. The memoir also includes stories beyond typical band anecdotes, such as Wanda's relatives who immigrated from Italy to Germany, his experiences during the Arab Spring in Cairo, and a terror night in Paris.
Wanda spent multiple weeks traveling aimlessly alone after a major tour, a period he describes as a state of paranoia. In a state of paranoia, he even called the police in Munich. However, writing became a form of healing for him, leading him to write the memoir.
Marco Wanda is amazed and grateful to be alive after writing his memoir. He expressed that as long as what he writes, be it music or literature, feels relevant, he will continue to share it. The book tour will provide fans with a unique opportunity to hear firsthand about Wanda's life and experiences.
In December, Wanda will play a Christmas concert in Vienna, promising to be a special event for both the band's fans and anyone interested in Wanda's life and career. The book tour dates and venues have yet to be announced, but fans can expect an intimate and revealing look into the life of one of Austria's most celebrated artists.
- Marco Wanda's memoir, "Dass es uns uberhaupt gegeben hat," will delve into discussions about mental health, offering insights into his battles with paranoia, drugs, and grief.
- As part of his education and self-development, Wanda studied literary writing at the University of Applied Arts in Vienna, and his experiences are reflected in his memoir.
- Apart from revealing band anecdotes, Wanda's memoir also shares stories about his family's migration from Italy to Germany, his experiences during the Arab Spring, and a terrifying night in Paris, demonstrating a broader interest in health-and-wellness, education-and-self-development, and entertainment.
- Marco Wanda's memoir reading tour is an excellent opportunity for fans to gain deeper understanding about his personal growth, music, and the life experiences that have shaped him as an artist, going beyond just entertainment.
