Westbam

Westbam

6 upcoming dates 2 playlists

Co-founded the Low Spirit label and the Mayday rave, and played every Berlin Love Parade from 1989 to 2008. Techno Airlines lists Westbam on 3 festival lineups, including Havelbeats Festival, Nature One and The Great Beyond.

Next date Westbam Fri 20 Nov · Räucherei · Schleswig-Holstein In 4 days

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Upcoming dates

6 upcoming
  1. 20Nov
    WestbamFri 20 Nov · Räucherei · Schleswig-Holstein · 22:00
  2. 5Dec
    ELECTRIC KINGDOMSat 5 Dec · Stromwerk Dresden · Dresden · 21:00
  3. 12Dec
    Westbam, Pavelo Promillo & Giorgio Inkasso, SibelSat 12 Dec · Fridas Pier · Stuttgart · 23:00
  4. 19Dec
    X-MAS BAM Wintergarden with Westbam, Bad Boy Bill, Joyce MunizSat 19 Dec · Dockland · Münster · 22:00
  5. 13Mar
    Bass PlanetSat 13 Mar · Szczecin
    117days
  6. 17Apr
    WestbamSat 17 Apr · Stromwerk Dresden · Dresden · 21:00

Westbam: quick facts

Sourced, updated Nov 2026
Real name
Maximilian Lenz
Born
March 4, 1965 (age 61)
Zodiac sign
Pisces
Birthplace
Münster, Germany
Nationality
German
Based in
Berlin, Germany
Genres
Techno, Electro, Breakbeat
Labels
Low Spirit (founder)
Active since
1983

Essential tracks

  1. The Roof Is on Fire1990
  2. Celebration Generation1993
  3. Wizards of the Sonic1994
  4. Hard Times1997
  5. Sunshine (with Dr. Motte)1997

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Westbam

Where is Westbam from?

Westbam is from Münster, Germany. Today Westbam is based in Berlin, Germany.

How old is Westbam?

Westbam is 61 years old, born on March 4, 1965.

What is Westbam's real name?

Westbam's real name is Maximilian Lenz.

What kind of music does Westbam play?

Westbam plays techno, electro and breakbeat.

Does Westbam have a record label?

Yes. Westbam founded Low Spirit.

What are Westbam's best known tracks?

Signature tracks include "The Roof Is on Fire" (1990), "Celebration Generation" (1993) and "Wizards of the Sonic" (1994).