Popular Rap artist is label’s first signing under its new leader Melanie Geiger
Atlantic Records Germany today announced the signing of German rap artist Bobby Vandamme to a long-term partnership. The deal marks the first signing under the newly appointed leadership of Melanie Geiger and a significant milestone in the label’s next phase of growth.
Bobby Vandamme has established himself as one of the leading voices in contemporary German hip-hop. To date, he has amassed more than 669 million streams in Germany and achieved over 20 charting singles, alongside collaborations with artists including Azet, Capo and Farid Bang. His debut album, Gova, and its successor, Von Seite, both reached the Top 15 of the Official German Albums Chart, each surpassing 70 million streams.
Bobby Vandamme said: “I’m looking forward to working with Atlantic Records Germany and to my upcoming tour. A new chapter is starting for me, new year, new music, and a stronger Vandamme.”
Melanie Geiger, Director of Atlantic Records Germany, added: “We are excited to welcome Bobby Vandamme to Atlantic Records Germany. He possesses everything an exceptional artist needs. We look forward to continuing his success story together.”
Niels Walboomers, President, Warner Music Central Europe, said: “Bobby Vandamme is a defining voice in German Hip-Hop, with a real momentum. This signing with Atlantic Records Germany reflects our commitment to artists who shape culture locally and have the potential to resonate far beyond their home market.”
Melanie Geiger joined Warner Music Central Europe in 2017, and following various positions, she was appointed Director Distribution Services Hip-Hop ADA in 2025. During this time, she successfully signed acts such as Azet x Dardan, Lucio101, and Nimo, and worked with artists including Ayliva, Katja Krasavice, Summer Cem, and many others.
The German branch of the iconic US label, founded in late 2021, has primarily focused on German Rap and Hip-Hop to date, counting artists such as Charlize, Junge Arbeiter, Stickle, and Yung Hurn among its roster.
