The Teichmann Brothers

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Dhaka Live

Tuesday, 01 March 2011

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The Teichmann Brothers, Andi and Hanne, came to Bangladesh for a few days of fun and research. They sought to learn about what Bangladesh has to offer the world, musically and intellectually. The brothers are from Regensburg, known as the cultural hotspot of Germany. They became involved in music at the age of 9 and 12 with their foray into punk rock. Since we know so little about them, we sought them out and had a chat.  Unlike the stereotypes of DJs, the Teichmann Brothers’ passion for their work can easily change your mind about DJs. The brother’s journey began with them organising parties and their love for the deep sound of house and techno music has led them a long way from the raves of Germany. 

“The kind of music that we do frees your mind with its soulful rhythms and they are for special people”, they said, “People in Berlin love this genre of music and when we visit different countries we enjoy seeing the reaction of people with no knowledge about what their response may be; we love surprises!” The duo have travelled across India, Japan, and made their way to Bangladesh among the other Asian countries they have already seen. The two of them are into researching about music and in their search they have come across many treasures, all of which they cherish. The opportunity to take various cultural influences from different countries and creating music with the original flavours intact, but with a twist is what makes their sound so different. 

When asked what brought them to Bangladesh, they quoted how the passion for art in the hearts of the people of Bangladesh was one reason. “We saw people being very enthusiastic about music in Dhaka. They sing all the time and everybody is always listening to music”, and they’ve met many interesting artists with whom the two have been able to experiment and experience the flavours of Bangladesh. They didn’t know what to expect so were pleasantly surprised by the outcome of their trip. While in Dhaka, the brothers met with musicians, artists and painters, in their search for art and culture. The two also aim to collaborate with local artists, as well as share their own experiences and influences with those here. “People here have a small art community and everybody knows what everyone else is doing. They share their minds and their skills which make them wonderful people to work with”, the brothers enthused.

They criticise the mainstream music scene across the world for taking the commercial path to fame and fortune, and consider that to be a sell-out, “They are losing the whole point of it. Find your own sound, be unique. Don’t focus on what you have been told is ‘cool’. If you have fear, you don’t take risks and when you don’t take risks, you can’t play the gamble of failure and success!” That is the motto of the Teichmann Brothers. They are working on their second album, which they hope to release in May. When asked what their message is to the people, they said, “Open your ears, mind and heart to the unexpected.” 
The brothers hope to return to Bangladesh so if you missed them then lookout for their next trip.