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Thom Elysian in New York City

Thom Elysian writes Pop and Rock in German, in Berlin. If you are in New York City and want a way into German-language music, start with these five songs — each with a short English guide.

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Start here: five songs with English notes

“Blaue Herzen” (Blue Hearts) — inspired by Berlin's history: the Wall divided a city and its people, but hearts full of hope were stronger.

“Kurfürstendamm” — Berlin's most glamorous boulevard, between the KaDeWe department store and the Memorial Church.

“U-Bahn Fahrt” (Subway Ride, 2:49) — stories from underground, told directly and with a wink.

“Ein Sommer aus Gold” (A Summer of Gold) — the anthem for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, built for fan zones and summer nights.

“Alter Freund am Horizont” (Old Friend on the Horizon, released September 25, 2026) — melancholic German soft rock for night drives and autumn evenings.

Two subway cities

If the subway is part of your daily life, “U-Bahn Fahrt” will sound familiar: the Berlin U-Bahn as a microcosm of society, somewhere between everyday life and madness.

You do not need to speak German

The titles are translated above, and the music speaks first: melodic hooks, clear guitars and a lot of atmosphere. Many song pages include the official German lyrics if you want to read along.

From Berlin-Spandau

Thom Elysian is a Pop and Rock project from Berlin-Spandau. More about the artist on the About page.

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Stream Thom Elysian on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music or YouTube. All songs are available for free streaming.

Support Independent Music

Independent artists like Thom Elysian rely on direct listener support to keep creating. Here's how you can help from New York City:

1. Stream and Follow: The more streams on Spotify & other platforms, the better the algorithmic reach. Following the artist profile gives you notifications for every new release.

2. Share: If a song resonates with you, send it to friends via WhatsApp, post it on Instagram, or use it as background for TikTok content. Word-of-mouth is the strongest amplifier.

3. Buy Merch: The official shop offers T-shirts, hoodies, and accessories — every purchase flows directly into new music production.

4. Attend Concerts: If Thom Elysian tours through New York City or a city near you, come out and catch a live show. Tour dates are announced on social media channels.

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