This year, the Wacken Festival was much calmer compared to the muddy mess of last year. Fans were able to focus on the performances on the stages without any weather chaos causing trouble during their arrival.
One of the surprises at the festival was comedian Bülent Ceylan and his band heating up one of the main stages on Wednesday. To the audience’s surprise, he brought music legend Peter Maffay on stage to perform the song „Anders gleich.“ Despite Maffay announcing the end of big tours, he made an exception for festival performances like Wacken.
While some fans in the audience cheered for Maffay with „Peter, Peter, Peter“ chants, the reactions on social media were mixed. Some fans criticized the choice of having a non-metal artist like Maffay perform at a metal festival, stating that it strays away from Wacken’s metal roots.
Despite the criticism, the atmosphere at Wacken this year seems to be lively and positive. Fans can look forward to performances by bands like Amon Amarth, Blind Guardian, Opeth, and the controversial headliner, Scorpions.
In the past months, the attention has been on the relationship of Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck. Despite renewing their vows in July 2022, rumors of their marriage being on the rocks have been circulating, with fewer public appearances together and reports of internal conflicts.
Overall, Wacken 2024 has had its share of surprises and criticisms, but the festival atmosphere remains vibrant with a lineup that caters to diverse musical tastes. Fans can enjoy a mix of old legends and rising stars in the metal scene, making it a memorable experience for all attendees.