Gentleman has brought reggae from Germany to the international stage. For 30 years, the Cologne-based artist has been making music history as the only European to achieve success worldwide as an authentic reggae musician. With his new studio album "Mad World," he marks another milestone that takes him back to his musical roots while simultaneously advancing his life's work. The title "Mad World" describes the increasingly chaotic state of our society from an observer's perspective. As an artist and musician, Gentleman cannot remain neutral or apolitical; he sees it as his duty to address problems and offer solutions. Reggae has never lost its rebellious character; it is part of his DNA to tackle uncomfortable issues while simultaneously instilling hope that they can be overcome. The album "Mad World" was created during a phase in Gentleman’s life when he escaped the fast-paced and superficial life of the city and re-situated himself amidst the inspiring landscape of Mallorca: less digital distraction and more natural impressions now define his daily life. This reduction of complexity is reflected in the songs: the solutions for an increasingly complicated world lie in simplicity. And in the belief that, in the end, good will triumph—whether on a grand scale or in the small, personal aspects of life.