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NDR, or Norddeutscher Rundfunk, is a North German based public radio station where The Most Mysterious Song On The Internet was aired in 1984. The 10khz Line found on analysis of the TMS tape, confirms the song was aired on NDR and it is believed the song came from the programme Musik Für Junge Leute, a popular show on NDR.

Music for Young People (Musik für junge Leute)[edit | edit source]

Musik Fer Junge Leute was a popular show on NDR aimed at a younger audience. It featured a wide range of music, specialising in less mainstream tracks. The show underwent various changes through the 1980s, including shifts in broadcast times and changes in the DJs who managed the playlists. At different times, the show was hosted by well-known DJs such as Paul Baskerville and Stefan Kühne. Notably, Paul Baskerville was know for playing tracks similar to TMS. Darius and Lydia, the original recorder and uploaded of TMS, believe the song came from this particular show.

Other Relevant Shows[edit | edit source]

NDR2's No Wave program, that explored more avant-garde music genres like Jazz and Independent music, has also been raised as a possible programme TMS aired on. It was moderated by Paul Baskerville, alternating with Klaus Wellerhaus.

Other shows that have been discussed in relation to TMS include NDR Nachtclub and potentially other special segments that might have featured demo tapes or live sessions.

NDR Playlists[edit | edit source]

When the search first went viral and Rolling Stone wrote an article about TMS, investigators reached out to NDR to ask for playlists for the years the track was suspected to have aired. The NDR archives most crucially provided playlists for 1983 and 1984, the most likely years that TMS would have aired.

Many of the songs listed in the NDR playlists have been ruled out, however, they are not a dead lead, as several songs and artists listed on the playlist have no online presence, such as L.T.D.5 - Farewell that aired in March 1985.

Moderators have decided not to reach out to NDR for more playlists as they have been contacted enough during the search already.

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-=== NDR Radio Shows and The Mysterious Song ===
+'''NDR''', or '''Norddeutscher Rundfunk''', is a North German based public radio station where [[The Most Mysterious Song On The Internet]] was aired in 1984. The [[10khz line|10khz Line]] found on analysis of the TMS tape, confirms the song was aired on NDR and it is believed the song came from the programme '''Musik Für Junge Leute''', a popular show on NDR.
-NDR, or Norddeutscher Rundfunk, has been a central figure in the ongoing search for TMS, believed to have been played on one of its radio shows in the early to mid-1980s. Understanding the variety of shows on NDR during this time can provide insights into how the song might have been broadcast.
-==== Music for Young People (Musik für junge Leute) ====
+== Music for Young People (Musik für junge Leute) ==
-This was a staple show on NDR, primarily aimed at a younger audience. It featured a wide range of music, including less mainstream tracks. The show underwent various changes through the 1980s, including shifts in broadcast times and changes in the DJs who managed the playlists. At different times, the show was hosted by well-known DJs such as Paul Baskerville and Stefan Kühne, who were known for their eclectic tastes in music. Notably, Paul Baskerville's tenure at NDR included playing unique and lesser-known tracks, which aligns with the characteristics of TMS .
+Musik Fer Junge Leute was a popular show on NDR aimed at a younger audience. It featured a wide range of music, specialising in less mainstream tracks. The show underwent various changes through the 1980s, including shifts in broadcast times and changes in the DJs who managed the playlists. At different times, the show was hosted by well-known DJs such as '''Paul Baskerville''' and '''Stefan Kühne'''. Notably, Paul Baskerville was know for playing tracks similar to TMS. Darius and Lydia, the original recorder and uploaded of TMS, believe the song came from this particular show.
-==== No Wave ====
+== Other Relevant Shows ==
-Introduced on NDR2, "No Wave" was a program that explored more avant-garde music genres like Jazz and Independent music. It was part of the "Nachtklub" series and was moderated by Paul Baskerville, alternating with Klaus Wellerhaus. This show's format, which aired every second Friday from late at night, could potentially include a song like TMS due to its inclination towards non-commercial music tracks .
+NDR2's '''No Wave''' program, that explored more avant-garde music genres like Jazz and Independent music, has also been raised as a possible programme TMS aired on. It was moderated by Paul Baskerville, alternating with '''Klaus Wellerhaus'''.
-==== Other Relevant Shows ====
+Other shows that have been discussed in relation to TMS include '''NDR Nachtclub''' and potentially other special segments that might have featured demo tapes or live sessions.
-Other shows that have been discussed in relation to TMS include "NDR Nachtclub" and potentially other special segments that might have featured demo tapes or live sessions. The community has speculated about various slots where unknown bands or demo tapes could have been played, possibly aligning with the airing of TMS .
-=== The Search Continues ===
+== NDR Playlists ==
-The search for TMS is a unique intersection of music archaeology and digital community effort. It not only sheds light on the broadcasting history of NDR but also on the broader cultural movements of the 1980s in Northern Germany. The discussions often focus on trying to pinpoint exact dates and shows where TMS might have been played, considering the fluid nature of radio programming at the time.
+When the search first went viral and '''Rolling Stone''' wrote an article about TMS, investigators reached out to NDR to ask for playlists for the years the track was suspected to have aired. The NDR archives most crucially provided playlists for 1983 and 1984, the most likely years that TMS would have aired.
-This article reflects the ongoing dialogue and research conducted by a dedicated community that spans forums like Reddit and Discord, where enthusiasts continue to share findings, debate theories, and explore archives in hopes of identifying the elusive origins of TMS. Each new piece of information adds a layer to the understanding of NDR's programming history and brings the community one step closer to solving this intriguing musical mystery.
+Many of the songs listed in the NDR playlists have been ruled out, however, they are not a dead lead, as several songs and artists listed on the playlist have no online presence, such as '''L.T.D.5 - Farewell''' that aired in March 1985.
+Moderators have decided not to reach out to NDR for more playlists as they have been contacted enough during the search already.
+[[Category:The Most Mysterious Song On The Internet]]