supporting and sharing the latest on Tokio Hotel, Band history: Tokio Hotel was founded by guitarist Tom Kaulitz and singer Bill Kaulitz, drummer Gustav Schäfer and bassist Georg Listing. The four met in 2001 after a concert in Magdeburg. Under the name Devilish, the band soon began playing in talent shows and small concerts. After Bill Kaulitz's participation in a children's Star Search in 2003 (which he lost in the quarter-final), he was discovered by music producer Peter Hoffmann. Devilish changed their name to Tokio Hotel ("Tokio", the German language spelling of the city Tokyo, Japan, which they love, and "Hotel", due to their constant touring and sleeping in hotels), and Sony BMG took them under contract. Hoffmann hired David Jost and Pat Benzner into the team of creators and authors, and had them give the teens instruction on songwriting and instrument playing. However, shortly before release of their first album, Sony terminated their contract. In 2005, Universal Music Group took Tokio Hotel under contract and developed a marketing plan. Several DJ's such as Basement Jaxx, Melodik Pinpon, Bob Sinclar and Givichy Universal have remixed Tokio Hotel songs., Success: Their first single "Durch den Monsun" (Through the Monsoon) quickly gained popularity after its release, appearing on the German music charts at number 15 on August 20th and reaching number 1 on August 26th 2005, it reached number 1 on the Austrian music charts as well. Their second single was "Schrei" (Scream), which climbed to number 5 of the German charts. They released their debut album Schrei on the 19th September of 2005, lead singer Bill Kaulitz, with the assistance of professional songwriters, wrote the majority of the songs. In early 2006, their third single "Rette mich" (Rescue Me) was released, and it reached number 1 as well. Their first single from "Zimmer 483" (their second album) called "Übers Ende Der Welt" (Beyond the End of the World) was released January 26th, 2007. It has also reached number 1. The "Zimmer 483" album was released on February 23rd, 2007. A deluxe addition of the album is available as well. The "Zimmer 483" tour was supposed to start in March, but was delayed by two weeks because the band members wished to use a new stage. However, all of the tickets bought for the tour are still valid., Awards: 2005 Comet: Best Newcomer 2005, Supercomet Bambi-Verleihung: Pop-National 1live-Krone: Best Newcomer, 2006 Echo: Best Newcomer Goldener Pinguin: Best Newcomer Radio Regenbogen Awards: Pop-National Steiger Award: Newcomer, 2007 Jan 2007: European Border Breakers Award (for the album "Schrei") Jan 2007: BZ-Kulturpreis: (Rock) Mar 2007: Echo: Best Music Video Apr 2007: Bravo - Goldener Otto: Superrockband May 2007: Viva Comet: Supercomet May 2007: Viva Comet: Best Band May 2007: Viva Comet: Best Music Video Jul 2007: Jabra Music: Die Beste Band In Die Welt )(The Best Band In The World) Sep 2007: Festivalbar Premio Digital Sep 2007: Goldene Stimmgabel: Best Rock International Oct 2007: Belgian TMF awards: Best Video Oct 2007: Belgian TMF awards: Best Album Oct 2007: Belgian TMF awards: Best Pop Oct 2007: Belgian TMF awards: Best New Artist Nov 2007: MTV Europe Music Awards (Munich): Inter Act Nov 2007: Nickelodeon Kid's Choice Awards (Milão) - Best Band, 2008 Jan 2008: NRJ Music Awards 2008 - Best International Band Jan 2008: Rockbjören Awards 2008 - Best International Band Feb 2008: Goldene Kamera 2008 - Musik National Feb 2008: Echo: Best Music Video, Albums: September 19, 2005: Schrei March 24, 2006: Schrei - so laut du kannst (re-recording of Schrei) February 23, 2007: Zimmer 483 November 30, 2007: Zimmer 483 - Live In Europe June 4, 2007: Scream / Room 483, DVD's: 2005: Leb die Sekunde - Behind the scenes 2006: Schrei Live 2007: Spring Nicht DVD Single 2007: Zimmer 483 - Live in Europe, Singles: 2005: Durch den Monsun 2005: Schrei 2006: Rette mich 2006: Der Letzte Tag / Wir schliessen uns ein 2007: Ubers ende der welt 2007: Spring Nicht 2007: Monsoon 2007: Ready, Set, GO! 2007: An Deiner Seite (Ich bin da) 2007: 1000 Meere 2007: By your side 2007: Scream 2008: Don't Jump, Bill Kaulitz, (Tom is his identical twin) Date of Birth: 9/1/1989 Birthplace: Leipzig Place of Residence: Loitsche (near Magdeburg) Height: 1.83m Weight: 50kg Hair Colour: actually light brown, dyed black with blonde streaks at the moment Eye Colour: dark brown Nicknames: he says he doesn’t need any as his name is short enough. Zodiac Sign: Virgo Current Favourite Subject: "I'd have to lie here" Hated Subjects: "all of them, all of them, all of them, all of them and ALL OF THEM!" Status: Single Hobbies: Music Current Favourite Band/Artists: Green Day, Coldplay, Keane, Nena, David Bowie Current Favourite Song: Try Again Hero/Influences: "I never had one, I didn't want to live according to the rules of another, but nevertheless there are many people that effect me. I believe this happens more subconsciously." Wishes: "Liberty without borders and a life full of music for eternity." Motto/Life Slogan: Leb die sekunde Shoe Size: 42 Clothing Size: S Tattoos: 2, the Band Logo on the back of his neck. a star on his right hip and freiheit 89 tattooed on his left forearm in celebration of his and tom's 18th birthday Piercings: 2, one in his eyebrow and tongue. First Bought CD: Nena First Concert: Nena Perfume: "No Perfume, Deodorant is enough, preferably Axe." Hair products: Hairspray from Kyrell, Coco Wax and Style Tongs Skin Products: Baby Products like Penaten. Favourite Food: Pizza, he also likes waffles Favourite Drink: Redbull and Cola At the McDonalds he orders: Big Mac, 6 McNuggets with BBQ Sauce and a Vanilla Milkshake. Favourite TV Series: Freunde-Das Leben Geht Weiter Favourite "Toy": His Apple iBook. Favourite Actor & Actress: Bradt Pitt and Angelina Jolie Favorite Word: Dreist Old Favourite Subject: Art Old Hated Subjects: Math, Physics, French Cellphone: Sidekick II Allergic To: Mosquito bites. (He was in the hospital for a week because of one.) Reportedly allergic to apples as well. Idol: Nena Positive trait: Trustworthy Negative trait: Selfish Favorite movie: “The Labyrinth” with David Bowie. Animals: A black Labrador named Scotty that he got from a shelter a few years ago, and reportedly a cat named Casimir. Nickname: Mecki (Given to him by his Grandma) otherwise doesn't have one. Doesn't like: Untouched Nature (because of the bugs) rats, bigger spiders and snakes. Favorite Colour: Red/Black As a Child, he was afraid of: Witches, Tom Kaulitz, (Bill is his identical twin) Date of Birth: 9/1/1989 Birthplace: Leipzig Place of Residence: Loitsche (near Magdeburg) Height: 1.80m Weight: 53kg Hair Colour: brown, dark blonde (dreads) Eye Colour: dark brown Nicknames: "I have no real nickname, but some people call me/ I like to be called Sexgod, -)" Hobbies: "Music, I have no other interests." Zodiac Sign: Virgo Favourite Subject: Art, actually hates school (in principle) Hated Subjects: Math, Physics... Status: Single - but can imagine going out with a fan Favourite Band/Artist: Sammy Deluxe Current Favorite Song: Glamoures Hero: I don't have one. Wishes: Still a meeting with the Olsen Twins or Angelina Jolie. Motto/Life Slogan: Habe keins mehr, da ich sie eh nie befolge, -) Tattoos: None Piercings: 1, in his lower lip and reportedly a piercing in his upper left ear (unconfirmed), (which can’t be seen because of his headband). First Bought CD: Aerosmith First Concert: Sammy Deluxe Hair Products: Wax (Just for Dreads) Favorite Drink: Redbull and Cola Favorite City: Tokyo Favorite Cars: Hummer and BMW Cabrio Old motto: Carpe Diem Cellphone: Sony Ericsson T630 Idol: Sammy Deluxe Pets: Doberman-Labrador Scotty (Dog), and Kasimir (Cat) Doesn't like: Untouched Nature (because of the bugs) He is 10 minutes older then Bill., Gustav Schäfer, Date of Birth: 9/8/1988 Birthplace: Magdeburg Place of Residence: Magdeburg Height: 1.70m Weight: 72kg Hair Colour: blond Eye Colour: brown Nickname: Juschtel Hobbies: Music, Bike riding Favorite Class: P.E., Economics Hated Class: Math. Physics Current Favorite Band: Metallica Current Favorite Song: Sword Of Glory by Motorhead Hero/Idol: Metallica's drummer, Lars Ulrich Wishes: Food for everyone/end world hunger Zodiac Sign: Virgo Status: Single Motto/Life slogan: Hauptsache alles geht schief Brothers/Sisters: 1 Sister Tattoo's: 2, wings on his back and also a star montage on his right forearm Piercings: None First Bought CD: "Black Album" Metallica First Concert: A festival with Joe Cocker, Tina Turner, Rod Stewart and other musicians Favorite Food: His home-made lasagne. Favorite Drink: Red Bull and Chocolate Milk Idol: Metallica's drummer, Lars Ulrich Favorite Movie: Action Movies, like Armageddon and Mr. and Mrs. Smith Pets: Dog, Cat Cellphone: Siemens M55 Allergic To: Strawberries, Fish, Dust, Hay and Pork, Georg Listing, Date of Birth: 3/31/1987 Birthplace: Leipzig Place of Residence: Magdeburg Height: 1.78 m Weight: 159lbs Hair Colour: brown Eye Colour: grey/green Nicknames: None really, but if they guys want to annoy him they will usually call him Hagen or Moritz. Favorite class: "That was Psychology." Hated Class: Math, German... Zodiac Sign: Aries Current Favorite Band/Artist: Fall Out Boy/ Yellowcard Current Favorite Songs: "Glamorous" by Fergie und "Golden" by Fall Out Boy Hero/Idol: Flea (red hot chilli peppers) not a real role model, but I think he's one of the most awesome bassists. Wishes: To keep having so much fun with the guys, and to see more of the world. Motto/Life Slogan: Das ä, ndert sich eigentlich jeden Tag bei mir.... Brothers/Sisters: None Tattoos: None Piercings: None First Bought CD: "Definitley Maybe" Oasis First Concert: Die Ä, rzte Perfume: Deodorant, 24-7 from Axe Hair Products: Style Tongs Old Motto: Live your dream Favorite Food: Gnocchi with Gorgonzola Sauce Favorite Drink: Red bull Favorite Movie: The Matrix Cellphone: Samsung SGH-8500 Pets: Dog, Cat

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