Prinzip, a German hard rock band, was formed in 1973 in East Berlin. The founding members were Jürgen Matkowitz (guitar, vocals), Frank Czerny (bass, vocals), and Reinhard Miehatsch (drums). Their breakthrough came with the release of their first album, Feuer-Rock, in 1978. The band's lineup evolved over the years, with notable members including Rainer Kirchmann (keyboard, vocals) and Ralf "Bummi" Bursy (vocals). Prinzip gained significant recognition by winning the Intertalent competition in 1974 and securing first place at the music auction in Jena in 1975. Their second album, Der Steher, released in 1980, faced criticism from authorities for its pessimistic tone, leading to a ban on radio play. Despite challenges, Prinzip continued to tour extensively, including a series of concerts in the Soviet Union in 1988. The band disbanded in 1990.
