“Thorsten Quaeschning Announces Permanent Departure from Tangerine Dream—All Tour Dates and Announcements Cancelled”

• “Thorsten Quaeschning Announces Permanent Departure from Tangerine Dream—All Tour Dates and Announcements Cancelled”

In a shocking turn of events, Thorsten Quaeschning has officially announced his permanent departure from the legendary electronic group Tangerine Dream. The announcement was made public today through a brief statement shared on the band’s official website and social media platforms.

Quaeschning, who has served as the band’s musical director since 2015 following the death of founder Edgar Froese, stated that the decision comes after “long reflection” and a “desire to explore new creative directions.” He thanked fans for their “unwavering support” over the years and added that “it’s time for me to move on.”

As a result of his departure, Tangerine Dream’s current tour—the Continuum Tour 2025—has been cancelled in its entirety, along with all promotional appearances and upcoming festival shows. This includes the much-anticipated concerts in Paris, Poland, and Germany scheduled for later this year.

The band’s management confirmed the cancellations in a follow-up post, citing that the group “cannot continue the tour without its core creative leadership.” Ticket holders have been advised to seek refunds from their point of purchase.

Fans have reacted with a mix of heartbreak and confusion. Quaeschning had become a central figure in the band’s modern evolution, leading projects like Quantum Gate, Raum, and the newly released Coventry Cathedral 22 live album.

With no word on the band’s future or whether it will continue with a new lineup, many fear that this could signal the end of Tangerine Dream as a performing entity. For now, the legacy of the band lives on in decades of music that shaped generations of ambient and electronic artists worldwide.