What would rock ‘n’ roll be without its stories? Without sex and drugs? Without hysterical fans? Without delusions of grandeur? Without band intrigue and the secrets of success (and failures)? Without hubris? Without immeasurable love? “It’s Only Rock ‘n’ Roll” is a literary stroll through musical history, in which Bibiana Beglau and Gerd Köster read unusual letters, articles and confessions from a world that seems to be gradually disappearing. The event is put together and hosted by music expert and publisher Markus Naegele. We hear about the risks involved in Elvis’ hip swinging, John Lennon’s wacky cruise ideas, Rod Stewart’s hair secret, Patti Smith’s first UK concert, Udo Lindenberg’s shawm, and Ozzy Osbourne and the ant thing. Stefan Stoppok provides the soundtrack to the texts and, after this evening, you will know for sure that “Rock and Roll Ain’t Noise Pollution”.

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Markus Naegele © Tibor Bozi

Markus Naegele

Markus Naegele has played in various underground bands since the… This text was shortened for this overview. Follow the more-link to read the full text.

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Bibiana Beglau © Rafaela Pröll

Bibiana Beglau

Since the beginning of her career, Bibiana Beglau has worked with d… This text was shortened for this overview. Follow the more-link to read the full text.

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Gerd Köster © Sa Cova

Gerd Köster

Born in 1957, Gerd Köster started his career in 1979 as singer of the … This text was shortened for this overview. Follow the more-link to read the full text.

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Stefan Stoppok © Tine Acke

Stefan Stoppok

Stefan Stoppok was born in Hamburg in 1956 and grew up in Essen. He… This text was shortened for this overview. Follow the more-link to read the full text.

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  • Date:

    Thursday
    09. October 2025
    19:30

  • Pre Pre sale price (fees excluded) 24 € | 20 € erm.

    Eve Evening fund price 31 € | 27 € erm.

  • Ebertbad

    Ebertplatz 4
    Oberhausen

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  • Accessibility

    • Wheelchair friendly + WC Available
    • Assistance dogs welcome Available
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