This 2013 performance captures Milky Chance at a pivotal moment, just as their breakout single "Stolen Dance" was launching them toward global recognition. Performing at the 1LIVE Krone, a major German radio awards show held in Bochum, the duo from Kassel showcases the raw, magnetic charm that defined their early sound. The set is an intimate yet confident display of their unique fusion of folk, reggae, and subtle electronic beats.
Frontman Clemens Rehbein’s distinctively raspy vocals drive the performance, paired with Philipp Dausch’s laid-back percussion and melodic arrangements. The setlist features key tracks from their debut album "Sadnecessary," including "Flashed Junk Mind" and "Down By The River," which perfectly encapsulate their melancholic but danceable style. The highlight, of course, is "Stolen Dance," the very song that would win them the 1LIVE Krone award for Best Single that same year.
Watching this show feels like witnessing the calm before the storm. It’s a snapshot of two musicians on the verge of international success, delivering their genre-defying music with an honest and unpolished energy. The performance is a testament to the simple power of their songwriting and the infectious appeal that would soon captivate audiences worldwide.