November 9th 2024.
H.P Baxxter, the frontman of the iconic techno group Scooter, has recently opened up about his worries of becoming a one-hit wonder. It's been over 30 years since Scooter first burst onto the music scene with their high-energy performances and catchy tracks. However, despite their success and fame, H.P, now 60 years old, revealed that the fear of being a one-hit wonder has always been at the back of their minds.
In a recent interview with Metro, H.P shared that after their first big hit, they were constantly worried about whether they would be able to maintain their success and prove that they were more than just a short-term act. Even after their second hit, the fear of being a two-hit wonder haunted them. This fear has pushed them to continuously strive and prove themselves, resulting in the release of 21 albums, including their 2024 hit, "Open Your Mind and Your Trousers", which reached number two on the UK Dance Chart.
Scooter initially rose to fame in Germany before making their breakthrough in the UK with their single "Hyper Hyper" in 1993. They have since become the most commercially successful German single-record act, with 23 Top 10 hits, including their number one track "Nessaja". It wasn't until the early 2000s, with the rise of Eurodance, that Scooter achieved their UK breakthrough with their cover of Supertramp's "The Logical Song". This cover propelled them to number two in the UK, followed by "Nessaja" at number four the following year. Despite enjoying four more Top 20 hits in the UK, Scooter continued to see success globally on dance charts.
H.P, who is still the driving force behind the band, formed Celebrate the Nun in 1985 with Rick J Jordan and Ferris Bueller. It wasn't until they met manager Jens Thele during this new wave era that they became Scooter. In the interview, H.P shared that they had initially struggled to find success with their new wave music, but everything changed when they least expected it. Suddenly, they had a big chart hit, and with that came the pressure to continue their success.
However, as the group landed more and more chart hits, the stress began to ease, and they were able to enjoy their success. They have been consistently performing and recording music ever since, with their upcoming 30th anniversary tour, "Thirty, Rough, and Dirty!" set to kick off on October 30 in Scotland.
Despite their success, Scooter has faced criticism and negative reactions in the past. H.P recalled how in their early days, critics would make jokes about their music, calling it "ridiculous". He shared how it was jarring to be at the top of the charts while reading negative press. However, it is their quirky identity that has propelled them to international fame, with their wacky lyrics often being praised online.
H.P believes that having a thick skin is necessary to survive in the industry and that finding a balance between the ups and downs can be challenging. He also shared that it's important to have a sense of self and band identity, which has helped them push through the negative responses and carve out a name for themselves on the rave scene.
As Scooter prepares to celebrate their 30th anniversary, H.P reflected on their journey and shared that their secret is that they never had a big plan. They simply continued to make music and let things happen naturally. The fear of becoming a one-hit wonder may have been present, but their passion and determination have brought them success and global recognition.
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