CHRISTOPH SCHNEIDER: The Rammstein Icon EXCLUSIVE Interview

In this exclusive interview, Rammstein drummer Christoph Schneider sits down with Drummer’s Review interviewer Ollie Winiberg ahead of his performance on the main stage at The Europe Drum Show.

Christoph will be headlining the show on Saturday 29th March, and in this chat, he opens up about his career and the future of drumming Christoph also takes part in our infamous “This or That” game, where he has to pick between two options. He discusses the impact of the internet on the music industry, how it’s provided a more level playing field for aspiring musicians, and shares insights on his career and legacy.

Be sure not to miss Christoph at The Europe Drum Show…grab your tickets now from: https://www.theeuropedrumshow.com

03:16 – The power of the internet

05:50 – When live shows go wrong

07:40 – Playing the main stage of the Europe Drum Show

10:40 – Sharing the stage with legends

12:00 – Advice for drummers

14:40 – Sight reading

16:50 – Christoph’s legacy

19:58 – Wrap up


Christoph Proudly Plays…

Sonor Drums

Sabian Cymbals

Vic Firth Drumsticks

Remo Drumheads

Drumplates


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BIOGRAHY:

Christoph Schneider is best known as the drummer for the German act Rammstein, one of the most successful and influential rock-bands in the world. Between 2019 and 2024, the band embarked on a worldwide stadium tour, performing 135 shows to over 6 million fans, cementing their status as a global phenomenon.

Schneider was born in East Berlin and grew up in a musical family—his mother worked as a music teacher, his father was an opera-director and music professor. His first instrument was the trumpet, which he learned as a child. During his time in an orchestra, he had his first contact with percussionists, which sparked his fascination with and passion for drumming.

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