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Music creates unforgettable moments – and we want to hear yours. Share your unique music story for a chance to be featured in Thomann’s new Customer Stories campaign and win Thomann vouchers.

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Update – 18 June 2026
It’s high time we shared an update on our customer stories campaign, which we’ve been working on behind the scenes over the past few weeks. First and foremost, a huge thank you to everyone who took part and shared such a personal story with us. We were genuinely overwhelmed by the number of submissions we received. ✌️
The selection process has been anything but easy. Your stories were incredibly varied, and the overall quality was exceptionally high. Many of the submissions were deeply emotional, intensely personal, and incredibly meaningful. Writing them must have taken a lot from you, and reading them certainly took a lot from us. We can only thank you again for your trust and for your willingness to share such private and moving moments from your lives with us.
All of this made choosing the stories we’d like to take forward incredibly challenging. At the same time, it has inspired us even more to make the very best of this campaign. ?
We’re currently in the pre-production phase and are reaching out to potential selected participants to carefully discuss and plan the next steps, as well as the production of their stories. The winners of the €50 voucher will also be contacted separately by email shortly to confirm the issuing of their voucher.
Once again, thank you so much to all of you for sharing your incredible stories and moments with us. ❤️
Music isn’t just something we play: it’s something we live.
It can change our lives, connect us with others, help us through difficult moments, or unlock talents we never knew we had. Across Europe, millions of musicians are creating unforgettable stories every day with their instruments, their gear, and their passion.
And now, we want to hear yours.
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Do you have a story that makes people stop and say:
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Maybe music helped you overcome something.
Maybe it brought your family together.
Maybe you’re doing something completely unexpected with sound.
We’re searching for stories that are:
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Whether you’re a jazz prodigy, a bedroom producer, a lifelong hobby musician, or someone who rediscovered music after years away – your story matters.
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? A talented multi-instrumentalist from Central Europe with perfect pitch, who transformed his entire family home into a music studio.
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These stories are real, moving, and unforgettable.
And we know there are many more out there.
Maybe someone is recording icebergs in the Arctic.Maybe you play music for animals at a sanctuary.Maybe your band performs for children in hospitals.Maybe you found a way to play despite physical limitations.We want to find the hidden musical magic across Europe.
[H2] ? What Happens If You’re Selected?
A small number of participants will be selected to be featured in our official Customer Stories series.
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✨ Your story will become part of Thomann’s brand campaign creatives
Afterwards, your story will be featured across Thomann’s brand creatives*.
*The resulting footage will be used on Thomann’s channels, ads, and promotional content – always with respect and care for your story.
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After filming, we’ll invite the winners to Thomann for a special small event later in the year.
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? February-March: Call for submissions? March/April – Selection & coordination? March–May – Filming + post-production? June – Campaign launch
[H2] ? How to Apply
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[H1] 10 famous songs that use odd time signatures
5, 7, 9… ? Some famous songs use odd time signatures without you even noticing, we’ve got you covered, come find out which ones they are!

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When you think about pop music, the first thing that pops to mind is that it’s usually simple and easy on the ears. However, when you least expect it, pop can surprise us with an unusual twist… an odd time signature! You might be asking yourself “Can pop songs REALLY be written in odd time signatures?” and although it’s not a common feature of pop music, songwriters and composers alike have experimented with odd time signatures. Most of the time, odd time signatures in pop are sneakily put into a bar, disguising as 4/4
Big Artists such as The Beatles, Sting and Radiohead have used odd time signatures in some of their best songs!Here’s a list of 10 famous songs that use odd time signatures!
[H2] 1. Dave Brubeck Band – Take Five
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The classic of all classic odd time signature songs, a staple piece of 1950s jazz. Paul Desmond’s famous sax lick is one of the most recognizable ones out there. Even if you don’t like jazz and you don’t know anything about time signatures, Take Five is definitely a keeper. The song follows a shuffled 5/4 groove, which feels very hypnotic and is driven by the tasty sax lick and the piano.
[H2] 2. Seven Days – Sting
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Undeniably one of Sting’s most catchy tunes as a solo artist, Seven Days was released in 1993 on Ten Summoner’s Tales. The drumming of Vinnie Colaiuta together with the ostinato strings and Sting’s free-flowing melody create a solid foundation over this jazz-pop song.Even though the song is called seven days, and maybe you were expecting it to be in 7/4, the time signature of Sting’s Seven Days is… 5/4! Another great thing about this song, is Sting’s interpolation with one of his earlier hits: “Every little thing she does is magic“. At the end of Seven Days, he sings a few lines of the 1981 Police hit!
[H2] 3. Peter Gabriel – Solsbury Hill
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One of the best examples of an odd time signature that doesn’t feel odd at all. Solsbury Hill was released in 1977 and became one of Peter Gabriel’s most beloved solo songs after leaving Genesis.
The song is mostly in 7/4, but instead of sounding complicated or “prog for the sake of prog”, it feels light, uplifting and almost folk-like. The acoustic guitar pattern keeps the whole thing moving forward, while Gabriel’s vocal melody sits naturally on top of the unusual groove.
It’s the kind of song that proves odd time signatures don’t always have to sound difficult. Sometimes they just give the song a little push, like it’s constantly walking uphill — which fits the title pretty well.
[H2] 4. Radiohead – 15 Step
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Radiohead have used odd meters plenty of times, but 15 Step is probably one of their most accessible examples. Released on In Rainbows in 2007, the song mixes electronic drums, handclaps, guitar textures and Thom Yorke’s floating vocal melody into something that feels both awkward and very danceable.
The song is in 5/4, but it doesn’t feel stiff or mathematical. The groove has a kind of bounce to it, almost like it’s tripping forward in a controlled way.
What makes 15 Step so effective is that the odd time signature doesn’t distract from the song. You can enjoy it without counting anything, but once you notice the 5/4 pulse, it becomes even more interesting.
[H2] 5. Radiohead – Morning Bell
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Another Radiohead classic in an odd time signature, Morning Bell appears on Kid A, one of the band’s most experimental and influential albums. Compared to 15 Step, this one feels darker, more hypnotic and more unsettling.
The main groove is in 5/4, giving the song a strange circular feeling. It never quite lands where you expect it to, which works perfectly with the cold, dreamlike atmosphere of the track.
The bassline and drums keep repeating in a way that feels almost mechanical, while Thom Yorke’s voice floats above everything. It’s not the easiest pop song in the world, but it’s a great example of how an odd meter can create tension without needing to sound flashy.
[H2] 6. The Stranglers – Golden Brown
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Golden Brown is one of those songs that sounds elegant, mysterious and slightly strange from the very first second. Released in 1981, it became one of The Stranglers’ biggest hits, even though rhythmically it is far from a standard pop song.
The song uses an unusual pattern that can be felt as groups of 3/4 followed by a bar of 4/4. This gives the track its distinctive swaying movement, almost like a waltz that suddenly takes an extra step.
The harpsichord-style keyboard riff is instantly recognizable, and the odd meter makes the whole thing feel timeless and slightly hypnotic. It’s weird, but in a very classy way.
[H2] 7. The Beatles – All You Need Is Love
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The Beatles were masters at making strange musical choices sound completely natural, and All You Need Is Love is a perfect example. On the surface, it sounds like a simple anthem with a universal message, but rhythmically there is a lot going on.
All You Need Is Love verses’ use unusual rhythmic groupings, including bars in 7/4, before moving into the more straightforward chorus which is in 4/4. This contrast helps the chorus feel even bigger and more direct when it arrives.
It’s a brilliant example of how odd meters can be used in pop music without making the listener feel lost. Most people remember the huge chorus and the message, but underneath it all, the song is much stranger than it first appears.
[H2] 8. Kate Bush – Wuthering Heights
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Wuthering Heights is already one of the most unusual debut singles in pop history. Released in 1978, it introduced Kate Bush as a completely unique artist, with her theatrical voice, literary lyrics and dramatic songwriting style.
The song is mainly built around 4/4, but it doesn’t stay there comfortably for the whole track. At different points, especially around the pre-chorus and chorus, it shifts into shorter bars of 2/4 and also sections that feel like 3/4. This gives the song a strange, dramatic sense of movement, as if the rhythm keeps changing shape with the story.
The changing meter helps create that ghostly, windswept atmosphere. It feels like the song is constantly being pulled around by the drama of the lyrics, which makes sense considering it was inspired by Emily Brontë’s novel.
[H2] 9. Björk – Crystalline
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Crystalline is a great example of how odd time signatures can exist inside modern art-pop. Released in 2011 on Biophilia, the song combines delicate electronic textures, unusual rhythms and Björk’s unmistakable vocal style.
Parts of the song use very unusual rhythmic groupings, including sections often described as being in 17/8. That sounds terrifying on paper, but in the song it feels more like a strange natural pattern than a maths exercise.
The track keeps building until it suddenly explodes into a chaotic drum and bass ending. It’s not exactly radio-friendly pop, but it shows how odd meters can be used to create something beautiful, futuristic and slightly alien.
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Hey Ya! is one of those songs that everybody knows, but rhythmically it is much stranger than people think. Released in 2003, it became a massive hit because of its energy, melody and unforgettable chorus, but underneath the surface the structure plays some clever tricks.
The song is mostly in 4/4, but every now and then it throws in an extra bar of 2/4, which makes the phrase feel slightly shorter than expected. Some people describe this as 11/4, but that’s not really the best way to think about it. It’s more accurate to hear it as a regular 4/4 groove with the occasional 2/4 bar interrupting the flow.
That’s probably why it works so well. You don’t need to understand the rhythm to dance to it, but there is something hidden in the structure that makes the song feel fresh, exciting and a little unpredictable.
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[H1] Montreux Jazz Festival 2026 – And the winner is …
Which artist deserves a spot at the Montreux Jazz Festival 2026? ? The Top 10 finalists are in – now it’s your turn to vote for your favorite.

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UPDATE: And the winner is …
June 15, 2026
The wait is over: after reviewing the final performances, our jury has chosen the winner of this year’s Montreux Jazz Festival Contest.
Huge congratulations to TANTFREAKY! ?
The band has earned the top spot and will be taking the stage at the Montreux Jazz Festival. Alongside the performance slot, TANTFREAKY will receive travel and accommodation support, Shure equipment worth €7,000, and an artist fee of €3,000.
Here’s this year’s final ranking:
? 1st Place: TANTFREAKYPerformance slot at Montreux Jazz Festival, travel & accommodation covered, Shure equipment worth €7,000, plus an artist fee of €3,000
[H3] TANTFREAKY
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? 2nd Place: ME&TShure equipment worth €5,000
[H3] Me & T
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? 3rd Place: NabumaShure equipment worth €3,000
[H3] Nabuma
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Selecting the winner was no easy task. The final round showed just how much talent, creativity, and musical identity this contest brought together.
This year’s jury was made up of:
Jack Drury (A&R Shure)
Domino Santantonio (Drummer & Content Creator)
noxz (Musician & Content Creator)
Claudia Regolatti (Montreux Booking)
A big thank-you to our jury for bringing their time, ears, and expertise to the decision-making process.
We’re also grateful to our partners Shure and the Montreux Jazz Festival for making this contest possible.
And to every band and artist who applied: thank you. Your submissions made this edition incredibly strong, and we’re grateful you shared your music with us.
Congratulations again to TANTFREAKY – see you in Montreux! ?
You voted — and the results are in! *** UPDATE ***
June 2, 2026
A huge thank you to everyone in our community who took the time to cast their vote! We’re excited to reveal the Top 3 acts from this year’s Montreux Jazz Festival Contest: let’s give them the spotlight they deserve! ?
[H2] Your Community Top 3
[H3] Me & T
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[H3] TANTFREAKY
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[H3] Nabuma
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Was your favorite among them?
The level of talent this year has been seriously impressive, and we can’t wait to see who will come out on top. The next stage is now in the hands of the official jury: Over the coming weeks, they’ll review the finalists and choose the band that will earn a spot at the Montreux Jazz Festival. ?
We’ll reveal the winner right here on June 15th – and for one band, an unforgettable dream will become reality. ✨
Keep your eyes peeled!
And of course, congratulations also go to the seven other outstanding bands that made it into the original Top 10 voting round. Reaching this stage is already a massive achievement: big respect to all of them!
[H2] The 7 Other Community-Voted Bands
[H3] Montevideo
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[H3] Simon Jela
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Playing live at the iconic Montreux Jazz Festival is the kind of opportunity bands dream about. Together with Shure and the Montreux Jazz Festival, we set out to make that dream possible once again. ?
?✨Applications are officially closed – and the response was incredible. We received a huge number of submissions from talented artists around the world, and we want to thank every band and musician who joined in. The creativity, energy, and passion in your entries were seriously inspiring. ❤️
With so many strong submissions, narrowing it down was no easy task. But the Top 10 finalists have now been selected – and the next step is in your hands. Vote for the act you want to see move forward and show your support.
The 3 artists with the most votes will advance to the final jury round, where the winning band will be chosen.
Voting is open until May 31st, 2026.
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