GALLERY: Skunk Anansie at Berlin’s Columbiahalle

Leonie Harych

Mar 20

COLUMBIAHALLE | BERLIN, GERMANY | MARCH 18, 2025 | BY LEONIE HARYCH

Since their debut in London in 1994, the legendary British rock band Skunk Anansie has been touring across Europe to promote their latest studio album, "The Painful Truth." The band is celebrated for its unique sound, timeless political lyrics, and energetic live performances. The lead singer Deborah Dyer, also known as "Skin," has made history as the first Black woman to headline the famous Glastonbury Festival, challenging the male-dominated music scene from the beginning of her career. The atmosphere at the sold-out Columbiahalle in Berlin is charged with excitement as Skin and her bandmates return to Germany for their highly anticipated 2025 Europe Tour. Skunk Anansie is considered to be one of the most influential British bands that significantly impacted the UK's music scene. Their music has earned recognition beyond the UK, including numerous chart placements, such as reaching the top 10 album charts in Germany in 2010. The show was set off with a mesmerizing performance by the Britpop band So Good. As Skunk Anansie took the stage, the crowd welcomed the artists with euphoric cheers. The foggy stage with the striking spikes and the wide, hooded outfits of the musicians created an almost mystic atmosphere that perfectly conveyed the heaviness of the meaningful lyrics. Deborah Dyer and her musical colleagues delivered an electric performance, captivating the audience and showcasing their remarkable ability to deliver a powerful and atmospheric live show, even 30 years after the band's formation.