Tommi Stumpff

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Tommi Stumpff

Tommi Stumpff is a German electronic music project formed in 1983 by Tom Weyer. The project's name comes from the band member's last name and the German word for "speed", "Stumpff" being a nickname given to Weyer by friends. Tommi Stumpff is considered one of the pioneers of the German electronic body music (EBM) scene, along with other bands such as Front 242 and Nitzer Ebb.

Weyer began his career as a member of the band "Glatze des Willens" and in 1983 he decided to start his own project and released his first LP "Schmerz" under the name Tommi Stumpff. The album was an instant success and established Tommi Stumpff as a prominent figure in the EBM scene. The album featured aggressive lyrics, and electronic beats and synthesizers, which were still relatively new to the scene.

In 1984, Tommi Stumpff released their second album "Kalt", which was a continuation of the style established in the first album. The album featured songs with a harder edge, with lyrics about pain, anger, and the darker side of human nature. The album also featured a cover version of the song “Kalt” which was originally written and performed by the band "Glatze des Willens".

In 1985, Tommi Stumpff released their third album "Zerstörung", which was a departure from their previous albums and a more experimental work. The album featured songs with a more industrial sound and dealt with the subject of destruction. The album was well received by critics and fans, but it was not as popular as the previous albums.





In 1986, Tommi Stumpff released their fourth album "Tod", which was a return to the style of their first two albums. The album featured songs with a harder edge and dealt with the subject of death. The album was well received by critics and fans, and it was considered one of the best albums of the year.

In 1988, Tommi Stumpff released their fifth album "Verzweiflung", which was a continuation of the style established in the fourth album. The album featured songs with a harder edge and dealt with the subject of despair. The album was well received by critics and fans, and it was considered one of the best albums of the year.

In 1990, Tommi Stumpff released their sixth album "Schmerz II", which was a return to the style of their first album. The album featured songs with a harder edge and dealt with the subject of pain. The album was well received by critics and fans, and it was considered one of the best albums of the year.

In 1991, Tommi Stumpff released their seventh album "Kalt II", which was a continuation of the style established in the second album. The album featured songs with a harder edge and dealt with the subject of coldness. The album was well received by critics and fans, and it was considered one of the best albums of the year.

Throughout the 90s, Tommi Stumpff continued to release albums and tour Europe, solidifying their place in the EBM scene. They have also collaborated with other EBM artists such as Nitzer Ebb and Front 242. Today, Tommi Stumpff is considered a classic and influential band in the EBM scene, and their music continues to be appreciated by fans and new listeners alike.