Michael Hoenig German composer Date of Birth: 04.01.1952 Country: Germany

1. Biography of Michael Hoenig
2. Early Career and Influences
3. Collaboration with Tangerine Dream and Klaus Schulze
4. Solo Career and Film Music
5. Second Solo Album and Theme Park Attraction

Biography of Michael Hoenig

Michael Hoenig is a German composer who has written music for several films and games, and has released two solo albums.

Early Career and Influences

Born on January 4, 1952, in Hamburg, Hoenig began his career in the late 1960s as the editor of the underground magazine "LOVE," covering the progressive rock scene in Berlin. He promoted bands such as Tangerine Dream, Ash Ra Tempel, and Agitation Free. Hoenig was interested in avant-garde music and became acquainted with the bassist of Agitation Free. In February 1971, he joined the group and later left Agitation Free, which eventually disbanded.

Collaboration with Tangerine Dream and Klaus Schulze

In March 1975, Hoenig replaced Peter Baumann in Tangerine Dream for their tour in Australia and a concert at the Royal Albert Hall. However, Baumann returned to the group, and Hoenig began collaborating with Klaus Schulze in his short-lived project, "Timewind." In 1976, Hoenig worked with Manuel Göttsching in Ash Ra Tempel, participating in a recording released in 1995 titled "Early Winter."

Solo Career and Film Music

In 1997, Hoenig released his first solo album, "Departure from the Northern Wasteland." Shortly after its release, he relocated to Los Angeles, where he established his own recording studio and company, Metamusic Productions. Hoenig gained recognition as a composer for several films and TV series. He also composed the music for the popular game "Baldur's Gate."

Second Solo Album and Theme Park Attraction

In 1987, Hoenig released his second solo album, "Xcept One." The track "Bones on the Beach" was featured in the roller coaster "CHAOS" at Opryland amusement park in Nashville, becoming the first roller coaster in the United States synchronized with music. Although the attraction was removed from the park in 1998, "Bones on the Beach" continues to be used in a similar roller coaster, "Revolution," at Bobbejaanland amusement park in Lichtaart, Belgium.