Munich – Xavier Naidoo, once one of Germany’s most successful artists, became one of its most controversial. The Olympiahalle Munich’s announcement of his upcoming concerts highlights this duality. Known for hits like “Nicht von dieser Welt,” “Sie sieht mich nicht,” and “Dieser Weg,” Naidoo achieved superstar status before attracting attention for antisemitic remarks, associations with the Reichsbürger movement, and espousing conspiracy theories.
Xavier Naidoo’s Return to the Munich Stage
The Mannheim-born musician is scheduled to perform two concerts at the Olympiahalle Munich on January 8th and 9th, 2026. His breakthrough came in 1998 with his first number-one album, “Nicht von dieser Welt.” He continued his success with albums such as “Zwischenspiel – Alles für den Herrn” (2002), “Telegramm für X” (2005), and “Alles kann besser werden” (2009).
However, as the Olympiapark website notes, “From 2010 onwards, Naidoo lost himself in bizarre theories, calling Germany an occupied country, appearing with Reichsbürger adherents, and adopting QAnon conspiracy theories. He denied climate change as well as the Holocaust, which he referred to as a ‘successful historical fiction.'”
Distancing from Past Statements and Sold-Out Shows
In 2020, Naidoo also denied the existence of the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2022, he released a video stating that he had been “on the wrong path” and “blinded by conspiracy theories.” He distanced himself from “right-wing and conspiratorial groups” and declared his support for tolerance and opposition to homophobia and antisemitism.
Despite his controversial past, his upcoming concerts appear largely unaffected. Tickets for both Munich shows are almost entirely sold out on platforms like München Ticket and Eventim, with only scattered “standing room” tickets available for approximately 65 Euros.
Olympiahalle Affirms Commitment to Tolerance
The Olympiapark Munich has issued a statement on its website regarding Naidoo’s performances: “The Olympiapark München Gesellschaft expressly distances itself from the artist’s statements. The OMG is committed to diversity and tolerance and condemns antisemitism, racism, and homophobia.”
Public Transportation to Olympiahalle Munich
For attendees, the Olympiahalle is easily accessible by public transport:
- U-Bahn (Subway): U3 line towards Moosach, stop Olympiazentrum (approx. 10 min walk to Olympiapark).
- Tram: Lines 20 and 21, stop Olympiapark West; Line 27, stop Petuelring (approx. 5 min walk to Olympiapark).
- StadtBus (City Bus): Line 144 (stops Spiridon-Louis-Ring, Olympiasee, Olympiaberg); Line 173 (stops Olympiazentrum, Olympia-Eissportzentrum, Petuelring); Lines 177 and 178 (stop Petuelring).
- S-Bahn (Commuter Rail): S1 line towards Ostbahnhof, stop Moosach (then U3 or U8 to Olympiazentrum); S8 line towards Herrsching, stop Marienplatz (then U3 to Olympiazentrum).
These concerts mark a significant moment for Naidoo as he re-engages with his audience following a period of public scrutiny and subsequent apology.
Source: [merkur.de](https://www.merkur.de/lokales/muenchen/umstrittener-musiker-spielt-konzerte-in-muenchner-olympiahalle-94109124.html)
