RISIKO is an independent magazine that promotes contemporary German underground and alternative music. They are launching a crowdfunding campaign for their upcoming fourth issue featuring female artists till 17th November. Kickstarter
RISIKO Issue 4 features female artists.
This issue centres on female “POP!” artists and delves into their relationships and inspirations. Beginning with a spotlight on Malaria!, the magazine then takes a look at current young artists. Furthermore, it explores connections that transcend nations and eras, such as Anika and SQÜRL or Nina Hagen and Isolation Berlin.
The cover artwork was created by Hiroshi Iguchi, a graphic designer based in Tokyo. Drawn with a series of dots, he created a unique piece that depicts a fictional band consisting of some of the featured artists.
Featured Artists
2raumwohnung, Bettina Köster (Malaria!, Mania D.), Carambolage, Chicks on Speed, Claudia Skoda, Cosey Mueller, Dane Joe (Jealous), Discovery Zone, Franz Bargmann (Camera, Michael Rother), Gillian Gilbert (New Order, The Other Two), Gudrun Gut (Malaria!, Mania D., Matador), Güner Künier, Hans Lampe (La Düsseldorf, NEU!), Kristof Hahn (Swans, Angels of Light, Sometimes With Others), Larry Schemel (Death Valley Girls), Martina Weith (Östro 430), Mary Ocher, Michael Rother (NEU!, Harmonia, Kraftwerk), Post Neo, Sonic Boom (Spacemen 3, Spectrum, E.A.R.), SQÜRL, Stephen Morris (New Order, Joy Division, The Other Two), SUCK, Tobias Bamborschke (Isolation Berlin), Wolfgang Müller (Die Tödliche Doris), Yann Tiersen
Here’s a little sneak peek of what you can expect in the next issue:
● Interview with Malaria! 2023
Malaria! was a German New Wave band that worked throughout the 1980s, impacting the scene with their unique sound and style. We connect Bettina Köster, based in Italy, and Gudrun Gut from Berlin, to delve into the backstory of Malaria! and discuss recent events.
● Dane Joe (Jealous) × Larry Schemel (Death Valley Girls)
Dane Joe is a multidisciplinary artist based in Berlin. She chose Larry Schemel, from LA-based garage-psychedelic band Death Valley Girls, as her interview partner. In this QA interview, they asked each other questions about their lives and artistry.
● Mary Ocher’s Room Tour
Mary Ocher is a singer-songwriter with a unique worldview. We dropped by her place to talk about interior design and what she’s recently been up to.
● Talk with Güner Künier and Cosey Mueller about “The current Berlin underground scene”
Güner Künier and Cosey Mueller are artists, good friends and allies. What does this scene mean to them?
● SQÜRL – Talking about Anika and Risiko bar
SQÜRL is a band that was founded by film director Jim Jarmusch and film producer Carter Logan. They talk about their collaboration with Anika for their latest album, Silver Haze, and reminisce about Risiko Bar which is a place Jim used to frequent.
● Memories with DENKI GROOVE and Toby Izui by 2raumwohnung
2raumwohnung is a German electro-pop duo. They reflect on their long-standing connections with Japanese musicians and share some of their thoughts.
● Interview with Sonic Boom
During the POP MESSE festival in Brno, Czech Republic, we sat down with Sonic Boom to talk about resetting, birthdays and enjoying life.
● 50th anniversary of NEU! – Messages to Michael Rother
Accompanied by exclusive event photography, we look at messages that Michael Rother received from guest artists like New Order’s Stephen Morris and Gillian Gilbert, Yann Tiersen, Chicks on Speed and other artists.
Besides putting the funds raised towards the production costs of the next issue, which is scheduled for release in Germany this December, we have prepared original tote bags, T-shirts and special collaboration merch with OBEY for supporters in return for their donations.
Title: Support RISIKO Issue 4 “POP!”
Date: 31st October 2023 – 17th November 2023
Kickstarter
(Germany only): www.startnext.com/en/support-risiko-issue-4-pop
Frequency: Annual
Size: W: 182mm x H: 257mm
Pages: 68 pages (TBA)
Language: English and Japanese
RISIKO magazine
A Berlin-based independent magazine that covers the contemporary German underground and alternative music scenes as well as Krautrock, Neue Deutsche Welle and the Hamburger Schule.
