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Inga Humpe Turns 70, Still Calls Berghain Her 'Temple'

The 2raumwohnung co-founder greets the milestone with humor to underscore her enduring place in Germany's electronic scene.

Overview

  • Humpe marks her 70th birthday on January 13 and is not celebrating in Berlin this year.
  • In a Stern interview, she called Berghain "a temple" and said she still goes when a DJ interests her.
  • She described raving and dancing as a personal therapy during difficult periods and says she feels "pretty fit."
  • Her career spans punk and Neue Deutsche Welle to co-founding 2raumwohnung in 2000, with hits including "36 Grad" and earlier "Codo" with DÖF.
  • Fans are still waiting for a new 2raumwohnung album after nearly nine years, though the duo continue to perform.