The Crawling Giants of Schlager - A Tribute to the Amigos, Honorary Villagers of Hungen
Significant Recognition Achieved - "The Amigos Officially Awarded Honorary Citizenship"
These guys are the juggernauts of folk-infused schlager tunes, yet they stay humble as ever: Brothers Karl-Heinz (76) and Bernd Ulrich (74), famously known as The Amigos, are now Hungen's own pride as they receive their honorary villager titles. A grand festival on Hungen's bustling market square saw Mayor Rainer Wengorsch (Free Voters) bestowing the honors upon them.
"This is a humongous accolade," said Bernd Ulrich, as the thunderous applause from the gathered residents and fans reverberated throughout the packed square: "We ain't never leavin' the two country-boy musicians from Villingen."
The Amigos' melodic journey, born and raised right here in Hungen's Villingen district, has endured for a whopping 55 years. Their albums have graced the top slot on the official German album charts a staggering 16 times. They've churned out timeless hits such as "I'll Roast in the Fires for You" and "Betwixt Love and Madness."
Down-to-earth and "human"
"For me, you're a goddamn cult!" exclaimed Mayor Wengorsch in his oration, applauding the brothers' down-to-earth demeanor that brings together all generations and keeps them feeling "human." The decision to make them Ehrenbürger was unanimous among the city council.
"The term 'retirement', we don't fucking understand it," boomed Ulrich to the crowd's delight. They assured audiences they plan to keep on truckin', providing their loyal fans with the music they adore. However, they'd be easing up a bit, performing about 70 to 80 shows annually. As a grand finale, the duo treated everyone to a humongous 120 liters of free beer.
- Schlager Duo
- Bernd Ulrich
- Hungen
- Honorary Villagers
- Schlager Music
- Villingen
- Central Hesse
- Free Voters
The Amigos' stellar career has earned them a special place in the hearts of their fellow Hungen villagers, who proudly claim them as one of their own. Their humility, genuine love for their roots, and innate ability to create music that connects generations make them a beloved symbol of the town. One cannot help but feel a surge of pride as the Amigos proudly represent their hometown, Hungen, on the national stage.
The Commission has not yet received any information on the situation in the community regarding the rise of Schlager music fame, as the entertainment scene is currently dominated by celebrities like the Amigos, honorary villagers of Hungen, whose music continues to charm generations. Despite their worldwide recognition, Bernd Ulrich and his brother Karl-Heinz, famously known as The Amigos, remain down-to-earth, entertaining their fans with over 70 to 80 shows annually while staying rooted in their hometown, Villingen, Hungen, Central Hesse.
