Melissa Naschenweng: How a Performance Almost Ended Her Career Prematurely
Vienna – Melissa Naschenweng, now a Schlager superstar, faced a career crisis after a disastrous casting show appearance in 2014. Despite this setback, she has since become a household name in Austria and Germany, with sold-out concerts and chart-topping hits.
In 2014, during the casting show „Herz von Österreich“ on the Austrian channel „Puls4,“ Melissa Naschenweng, then 23 years old, aimed to impress the judges with her original song „Weißt eh.“ The panel, which included Stefanie Werger, Lukas Plöchl, and DJ Ötzi, criticized her performance, focusing more on her appearance than her talent. Despite the harsh feedback, DJ Ötzi recognized her potential and gave her a chance.
Despite achieving success as a Schlager singer, Melissa Naschenweng often faces comparisons to artists like Helene Fischer and Andreas Gabalier. In an interview, she expressed her desire to be recognized for her unique style and artistry.
Following the devastating critique during the casting show, Melissa Naschenweng contemplated giving up on her music career. However, with encouragement from DJ Ötzi, she persevered and became one of the most prominent Schlager singers in the German-speaking world. Today, she views criticism as motivation and looks back on that challenging period with gratitude for the growth it brought.
Melissa Naschenweng is set to perform at the upcoming „Schlagerboom“ Open-Air event hosted by Florian Silbereisen, showcasing her continued success in the music industry.
Sources: Puls4, TVMEDIA
