
Till Lindemann & Joey Kelly during Buchmesse at Messegelände, Frankfurt, Hessen, Germany on 2017-10-14, Photo: Sven Mandel
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Till Lindemann Officially Departs Rammstein After Three Decades: “It’s Time for a New Chapter”
In a stunning announcement that has rocked the global metal community, Till Lindemann, the unmistakable voice and face of Rammstein, has confirmed his permanent departure from the band after more than 30 years. The news, shared via a joint statement released by Lindemann and the remaining members of Rammstein, marks the end of an era for the German industrial metal pioneers.
Lindemann, 62, cited his growing interest in solo artistic pursuits, poetry, and film as key reasons for stepping away. “Rammstein has been my home for half my life. But the time has come to explore the rest of the world on my own terms,” he wrote. “I leave with immense gratitude and respect for my brothers in the band and for the fans who’ve walked with us through fire—literally and figuratively.”
The band emphasized there was no internal conflict behind the decision, calling it “mutual, respectful, and timed for creative rebirth.” Rammstein confirmed they will continue without Lindemann, with a new era of the band set to be unveiled later in the year. No replacement has been announced yet, and speculation is already swirling across fan forums and social media.
Lindemann has been touring extensively in 2025 with his solo project and is also the subject of an upcoming Netflix documentary. While many saw his expanding solo career as a sign, few expected an official exit from the band that redefined European metal and pushed the boundaries of performance art and stage production.
Fans around the world have responded with shock, sadness, and overwhelming support, thanking Till for decades of provocative artistry and unforgettable music.
One era ends—but another begins.