Falco invites to a quiet dance over the rooftops of Vienna

Vienna once again mourns the death of its cult hero

25 years ago, on February 6, 1998, the Austrian pop star Falco died in a car accident in the Dominican Republic. He was only 40 years old. Falco was one of the most successful Austrian musicians of all time. His song "Rock Me Amadeus" was a worldwide hit in 1985 and sold over 20 million copies. Falco was also known for his eccentric personality and his androgynous appearance.

A star with many facets

Falco was born as Johann (Hans) Hölzel in Vienna in 1957. He began his musical career in the early 1980s as a member of the band Drahdiwaberl. In 1981 he released his first solo album "Einzelhaft". The breakthrough came in 1985 with the album "Falco 3" and the single "Rock Me Amadeus". Falco became a global star overnight.

Falco was not only a successful musician, but also a fashion icon. He was known for his extravagant outfits and his androgynous appearance. Falco often wore women's clothing and make-up. He also had a penchant for plastic surgery. Falco's androgynous appearance was often the subject of controversy, but he never made a secret of his bisexuality.

The tragic end

On February 6, 1998, Falco died in a car accident in the Dominican Republic. He was only 40 years old. The circumstances of the accident are still unclear today. Some speculate that Falco was under the influence of alcohol or drugs, while others believe that he was the victim of a hit-and-run accident. Falco's death shocked Austria and the international music world. He was one of the most successful Austrian musicians of all time, and his death was a great loss for the music scene.

Falco's music is still popular today. His songs are regularly played on the radio and he is still considered one of the most important Austrian musicians of all time. Falco's legacy lives on, and he will always be remembered as a cult hero.

Falco - a legend

Falco was a unique artist who left a lasting impression on the music world. He was a successful musician, a fashion icon and a cult hero. Falco's death was a great loss for the music scene, but his music still lives on today. Falco's legacy will continue to inspire musicians and fans for many years to come.