With our top DJs, slow dance doesn't stand a chance - Dance to the Jive, Boogie, Lindy, Rock'n'Roll:
Heidi has been behind the decks for more than 40 years and always ensures full dance floors with her selection of hot boogie-woogie, rock'n'roll, swing, jive and rockabilly. In addition to Walldorf, she has also played at the Firebirds Festival in Trebsen, the Summer Jamboree in Senigallia, Italy, and the Dutch Big Jive Alldayer in recent years.
At Andy's first major concert (1986) in Sinsheim-Reihen as a knowledgeable record saleswoman (Wilburts Records, Oldenburg) - the Lennerockers, Crystalairs, Downhomers and Runaway Boys played at the time). A close friend ever since - and always on board in Walldorf.
Top 3 spins:
Ray Smith - Johnny The Hummer
Ray Collins & Friends - Missing You
Jerry Lee Lewis - As Long As I Live
A Walldorf veteran from the very beginning and a familiar face in the English rock'n'roll scene. Mark Armstrong not only works as a DJ, but has also curated over 350 CDs, EPs and LPs for Atomicat, Koko Mojo, Rockstar and Pan American Records, among others. Every week he does a radio programme called Mark's Rockin' Rhythm for Rockin' 247 Radio.
Mark's musical preference is for the lesser known, but no less good songs. He always tries to bring something different to the turntables.
Mark, the blond bomber from England, crossed my path in Hemsby over 30 years ago. He's been by my side ever since - as a friend, counsellor and helping hand. He moved to Germany a few years ago, and since then we see each other (funnily enough) much less often... We're all getting older... A walking music encyclopaedia, a good friend...
Top 3 spins:
Roy Orbison - Bad Cat
Al Freed - Baby Workout
The Golden Highlights - Vodka
For him, the earth is for a record and the dance floor is his target. With his varied vinyl mix of top-class boppers, jivers and strollers, Lucky Shooter always hits the mark.
No wonder the co-founder of Frankfurt's Wildcat Night and label boss of Witchcraft International is a popular DJ at hot rock'n'roll events throughout Europe - in addition to Walldorf, at Tear it Up in Croatia, the Summer Jamboree on the Lake in Lugano/Switzerland and the Let's Get Wild New Year's Eve party in Stuttgart, among others.
Felix is a rock in the surf. The Wildcat Night, his label Witchcraft Records, his event announcements. Always up to date, always ready to listen and happy to lend a helping hand.
Top 3 spins 2024:
Jack Wood - Born To Wander
Ward Darby - Peepin' John
Al Simmons - Old Folks Boogie
Vive Le Rock'n'Roll !
Always a great addition to the Walldorf Weekender, this excellent swing and rhythm'n'blues DJ from Paris is a gentleman of the old school. When Jean Christophe is not DJing himself, the always gallant DJ can usually be found on the dance floor.
The ladies queue up to get a place on his dance card. In recent years, JayCee has ensured full dance floors in Walldorf, at the Summer Jamboree in Italy, at Rhythm Riot and Frisking The Whiskers in England and many others.
Partner in crime on and off the dance floor, book author, dance teacher, friend. His dance cards are completely full and fully booked every year. I am very happy that JayCee finds his way to Walldorf every year at Whitsun.
Top 3 spins:
Haskall Sadler - Bald Head Woman
Ray Scott - We Need Love
Sonny Starns - Tanghi-Paho
"All the stuff to get CRAZY": DJ Spy promises nothing more and nothing less. He is one of the world's most well-travelled DJs in the RnR scene and has already played at the most exotic locations - whether in Osaka, Long Beach/LA or Mexico City. As Hans Dampf in allen Gassen, Spion will not only be making a guest appearance as a DJ in Walldorf, but will also be providing plenty of action on stage as an announcer. In addition to Walldorf, his personal highlights include guest appearances at Viva Las Vegas.
For me, Spy is a jack-of-all-trades with a weekly radio programme. Or something like that. He knows everyone inside and outside the "scenes" and is simply "DJ Spy". A total work of art. and also our presenter. We also met on 26 May 1986 in Sinheim-Reihen (correct me if I'm wrong...), in any case it was a long time ago. Since then: always a cheeky saying, hard shell, good heart. Top!
Top 3 spins:
Roy Orbison - Bad Cat
Hedley & Lee - Trouble
Rico & The Ravens - Don't You Know
Markus has been on board without interruption since 2010 and has made a name for himself. As a passionate dancer, Markus knows how to get the audience on the dance floor with authentic rock'n'roll, high school pop, rockabilly, rhythm'n'blues, doo wop and German songs.
Swingers at the end of his set in the outdoor area were also part of the programme in 2019. Listen to him behind the turntables and meet him on the dance floor. Rebelyell's sets at the Jailhouse Club, the White&Blue Weekender in Peiting and the Knuspergockel in Weinheim have also got the shoelaces glowing.
Markus is a busy DJ, dancer and organiser. Constantly on the road, a sought-after DJ but also the friendly music expert at Rockin Rollin Products every week for many years. He has also been an integral part of the Walldorf Weekender for many years.
Top 3 spins:
Johnny Earl - The Angels Blessed Our Love
Phil Haley - Talk To Me
Mike Bell - Hit & Run
Fred The Cat is calmness personified and stage fright is a foreign word to him. But with his choice of music, this likeable Bavarian DJ always fires off the purest fireworks of rock'n'roll, rhythm'n'blues and blues boppers. In addition to his appearances at the Rockabilly Bombardment and the Summer Bash, he will be back in Walldorf again this year to let the hot rhythms ring out and your dancing legs swing.
Mane is a music fan and record collector, we have also known each other for decades - and he has also been part of our team for more than a decade without interruption. We consider ourselves lucky and are very happy.
Top 3 Spins:
Sonny Boy Williamson - Jivin' The Blues
Mike Pedicin - Mumbles Blues
Bill Haley - Dipsy Doodle
Rockin' Rumble Heiko rounds off the versatile Walldorf record hop mix again in 2024. With classic rock'n'roll & new classics, Heiko makes the dolls dance, whether jiver, stroller or bopper. Heiko is a real crowdpleaser, whether on stage as the singer of the Foggy Mountain Rockers or behind the turntables as a DJ. In addition to local record hops and the Walldorf Weekender, his DJ highlights recently included the Rockin' Bones Winterdance in Oberhausen, the Brandenburg Rock'n'Roll and Rockabilly Meeting, the Rock'n'Roll Weekender in St Gorgon (FR) and Rockers Rule in Udine (Italy). Heiko will once again be providing the sound for the Rust & Chrome Carshow.
As the singer of the Foggy Mountain Rockers, Heiko naturally has a busy schedule, but he has also been active as a DJ at the Walldorf Weekender for many years and not only inspires the Teds & Rockers. Thanks also to FMR for the loan/release!
Top 3 spins:
Dickie Pride - Fabulous Cure
Ronnie Hawkins - Hey Boba Lou
Jackie Wilson - Say I Do
This likeable Swiss DJ has been on the road at home and abroad for over 30 years. DJ Wolfi shows that it doesn't always have to be the original. A well-made cover version from the last few years can be just as good! "It's always fun to play Teddy Boy, Revival, Rockabilly, Rhythm & Blues and Jive music for everyone who enjoys music."
For Wolfi, every event he plays at is a highlight. And vice versa. Always with a beaming grin on his face, always with a mischievous smile on his face.
Top 3 spins:
Lights Out - Why
Good Rockin' Tonight - Beauty Queen
Hub Caps - Cindy
After her debut in Walldorf in 2018, it was clear that DooWop baby Simone is the purest wonder woman when she spins her records. She favours the gems of German-language kraut rock n roll and schnitzel beats and only plays them from original singles: Polydor, Ariola and Telefunken send their regards!
DooWop Baby can be experienced not only in Walldorf but also at the Firebirds Festival in Trebsen and at Let's get Wild in Stuttgart.
Simone adds another great facet to our music selection with her purely German-language sets. And in between with her permanent presence on and around the dancefloors. That's perfect.
Top 3 Spins 2024:
Robert Benett & the Roxy Sisters - Total Verrückt
Rex Gildo - Copacabana
Ted Herold - I don't need my heart anymore
The information published here is the planned and posted data. The organizer nevertheless expressly reserves the right to make changes in the line-up, program and at the indicated times.