MAXR – Music. Books. Life.

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Grandpa on Thursday - Conversations, Singing and More ...

At 19:00 it's time again: SchalkesOpa on Thursday goes live on YouTube! If you feel like a relaxed evening with music, stories and a great communi...

SchalkesOpa on Thursday

by SchalkesOpa 03.09.2026 15:22

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MAX Band 2 gets a new face – and there's a reason for it 💙

Why is Band 2 getting a new cover? During the production of the audiobook, the text of "Max und das Spiel des Lebens" was revised once more and ref...

Book 2 on Amazon

by SchalkesOpa 01.09.2026 00:29

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"Drei unterwegs", the new format and a Tune Twist production

Three friends. A whole world. And their first shared adventure begins in the Amazon. 🌎🌿 Max, Lukas and Noah are traveling through the tropical ra...

Drei unterwegs - on YouTube

by SchalkesOpa 31.08.2026 08:28

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Sunday Afternoon Talk

It starts at 3:00 PM and I'm looking forward to It will be 1 hour to 1.5 hours long, the live talk

Sunday Afternoon Talk

by SchalkesOpa 30.08.2026 10:19

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Unused Videos Vol. 33 | MAXR Clips that Never Made it into the Final Video

Some videos never make it into the final cut. But sometimes these unfinished moments are the most honest ones.Unused Videos Vol. 31 is another coll...

Unused Videos : Vol.33

by SchalkesOpa 28.08.2026 15:54

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Opa on Thursday - Conversations, Singing and More ...

At 7:00 PM it's time again: Opa on Thursday goes live on YouTube! If you're in the mood for a relaxed evening with music, stories and a great comm...

Opa on Thursday

by SchalkesOpa 27.08.2026 02:53

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Media Library Update: Videos

Hey folks, I gotta show you something real quick! My mentor SchalkesOpa tinkered around on my homepage and now there's something new in the media l...

by SchalkesOpa 25.08.2026 23:07

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Sunday Afternoon Talk

It starts at 3:00 PM and I'm looking forward to It will last 1 hour to 1.5 hours the live talk

Go to Talk

by SchalkesOpa 23.08.2026 09:23

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Unused Videos Vol. 32 | MAXR Clips That Never Made It Into the Final Video

Some videos never make it into the final cut. But sometimes these unfinished moments are the most honest.Unused Videos Vol. 31 is another collectio...

NGV 32 ...

by SchalkesOpa 21.08.2026 04:44

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Book 9 is here. Max und der Preis des Schweigens

Hey folks, book 9 is finally here! In »Max und der Preis des Schweigens« things get darker and tighter for us than ever before – especially for Noa...

Max und der Preis des Schweigens

by SchalkesOpa 20.08.2026 12:38

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Grandpa on Thursday - Conversations, Singing and More...

At 7:00 PM it's time again: Grandpa on Thursday goes live on YouTube! If you're in the mood for a relaxed evening with music, stories and a great c...

Opa am Donnerstag

by SchalkesOpa 19.08.2026 12:33

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Have you checked your mailbox yet?

Have you checked your mailbox yet?My new newsletter is out! So take a look. I didn't write to you for nothing. Not subscribed yet? Then just check ...

Newsletter Archive

by SchalkesOpa 16.08.2026 05:34

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Sunday Afternoon Talk

It starts at 3:00 PM and I'm looking forward to It will be 1 hour to 1.5 hours long, the live talk

Der Sonntags Talk

by SchalkesOpa 15.08.2026 16:35

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Unused Videos Vol. 31 | MAXR Clips that never made it into the finished video

Some videos never make it into the final cut. But sometimes these unfinished moments are the most honest ones.Unused Videos Vol. 31 is another coll...

Unused Videos: Vol.: 31

by SchalkesOpa 14.08.2026 10:03

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Grandpa on Thursday - Conversations, Singing and More ...

At 7:00 PM it's time again: Grandpa on Thursday goes live on YouTube!If you're in the mood for a relaxed evening with music, stories, and a wonderf...

Grandpa on Thursday

by SchalkesOpa 12.08.2026 12:44

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Sunday Afternoon Talk

It starts at 3:00 PM and I'm looking forward to It will run for 1 hour to 1.5 hours the live talk

Sonntags Talk

by SchalkesOpa 09.08.2026 12:36

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Unused Videos Vol. 30 | MAXR Clips that didn't make it into a video

This afternoon at 3 PM there's another video from the "Unused Videos" series on Rumble. This is always a highlight. Come by and join us for the pre...

Here you go to the "Unused Videos" Vol. 30

by Michael 08.08.2026 06:03

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DAS SIND WIR - The new song by MAXR

Max's new song is now available in the shop and the official music video can also be found in the media library.

DAS SIND WIR - Click here for the new MAXR song

by SchalkesOpa 07.08.2026 13:43

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🎙️ Grandpa on Thursday – MAXR Premiere, Live Music & Chapter 13 | Tomorrow at 7 PM!

Tomorrow at 7:00 PM it's happening again: Opa am Donnerstag goes live on YouTube! Look forward to the premiere of the new MAXR song including the o...

Opa am Donnerstag - From 7:00 PM

by SchalkesOpa 05.08.2026 21:18

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Sunday Afternoon Talk

It starts at 3:00 PM and I'm looking forward to It will last 1 hour to 1.5 hours the live talk

Here is the link to the Sunday Talk

by SchalkesOpa 01.08.2026 15:28

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Unused Videos Vol. 29 | MAXR Clips That Didn't Make It Into a Video

Today in the afternoon at 3 PM there's another new video from the "Unused Videos" series on Rumble. This will be awesome! Come by and be part of ...

Here you go to Unused Videos Vol. 29

by Michael 01.08.2026 07:30

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🔴 TODAY LIVE | Thursday Live with SchalkesOpa | Music, Requests & Good Conversations

Welcome to TODAY LIVE – Thursday evening with SchalkesOpa. Today we have another relaxed evening with live music, conversations, and a wonderful co...

Here you can access Thursday Live

by SchalkesOpa 29.07.2026 15:49

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Sunday Afternoon Talk

It starts at 3:00 PM and I'm looking forward to It will last 1 hour to 1.5 hours go, the live talk

The Sunday Talk with SchalkesOpa

by SchalkesOpa 25.07.2026 17:22

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Unused Videos Vol. 28 | MAXR Clips that didn't make it into a video

Some videos never make it into the final cut.But sometimes these unfinished moments are the most honest.Welcome back to the world of MAXR.

Here you go to the 28th edition of "Unused Videos"

by SchalkesOpa 25.07.2026 10:12

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New Music Video

Here you can find the video for the song: Echos im Kopf

by SchalkesOpa 24.07.2026 23:02

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🎧 MAX and the Game of Life – Chapters 4 & 5 | Audiobook Premiere & Quality Check with You!

Today we listen together to Chapters 4 and 5 from the new audiobook "MAX und das Spiel des Lebens". The audiobook is still in production – and that...

Presentation of Chapters 4 + 5

by SchalkesOpa 23.07.2026 06:09

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Volume 8 is now available and ready to ship

Volume 8 is here! 🎉"Max und die unerwartete Wendung" has just come off the press and is now available for order & ready to ship!Following the even...

Go to Volume 8 here

by SchalkesOpa 21.07.2026 14:27

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Sunday Afternoon Talk

It starts at 3:00 PM and I'm looking forward to It will last 1 hour to 1.5 hours go, the live talk

Here's the link to the talk with Opa

by SchalkesOpa 18.07.2026 10:14

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🎧 MAX AND THE GAME OF LIFE – Chapter 2 Audiobook Preview!

🎧 MAX AND THE GAME OF LIFE – Chapter 2 Audiobook Preview! What do you think of Chapter 2? You can listen to the current version here and give me y...

Don't miss this

by SchalkesOpa 15.07.2026 19:39

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Live Performance Cancelled for Sunday 12.07.26

Live performance is cancelled for today.The next liveperformance will take place on Thursday July 16.26 againWishing you all a beautiful Sunday See...

by Gregor 12.07.2026 14:39

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Audiobook Presentation by Jannis at 20:00

Live performance by JannisAt 20:00Jannis will present the newaudiobook presentationand answer questions.Let yourself be surprised,what else is comi...

by Gregor 09.07.2026 17:00

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3 PM | Live Coverage by Jannis

Jannis is taking over the Sunday live today. It will probably be a short live stream, but we'll make the best of it. What will we do? No idea. We'l...

Click here for the live stream

by Jannis 05.07.2026 07:57

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Update Lives

Hello everyone!Robert is in the clinic and will be transferred to another clinic by ambulance later today.Part of his lung needs to be removed.The ...

by Heiko/Schmiddy 03.07.2026 22:05

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Live Cancellation for Thursday 02.07.26

Hello everyone! Due to illness, the live concert scheduled for tomorrow must unfortunately be cancelled.Robert has to go back to the hospital The ...

by Gregor 02.07.2026 08:14

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Robert live with the new audiobook

DUE TO ILLNESSWILL BE CANCELLED

by Gregor 01.07.2026 19:14

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Number 1 on Amazon

Max und die unerwartete Wendung has been at number 1 in the ranking on Bisexuel.It has been available for purchase on Amazon since Friday. It is wo...

by Gregor 28.06.2026 14:36

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Sunday Afternoon Talk

It starts at 3:00 PM and I'm looking forward to It will go for 1 hour to 1.5 hours , the live talk the live talk https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rn...

by SchalkesOpa 26.06.2026 22:21

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Max's New Book Band 8

The new Book from Max's NovelBand 8Max and the Unexpected TurnStarting this weekendAvailable on Amazon https://amzn.to/4wx4L75🤙❤️🤗❤️🤙

by Gregor 26.06.2026 21:30

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ZU DRITT

New single from Max, Zu dritt😊Is now available In Max's shop. 🎙🎶🎵🎙💙❤️Have fun while listening

by Gregor 20.06.2026 22:05

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THE IMPOSTOR

The new single by Robert is now available in the shop. 😊🎵🎶🎶😊🎙❤️💙🎙Enjoy listening 👌

by Gregor 20.06.2026 21:15

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I Can't Do Without ....

🇺🇸 American EnglishI CAN'T DO WITHOUT IT – That's Why I'm Going Live Again Today at 7 PMThe past few weeks have been anything but easy.I'm still si...

Because Some Things Simply Have to Be

by SchalkesOpa 18.06.2026 08:53

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Max 14th Birthday 🎉🥳🎁

Happy Birthday 🎂 Max, we all wish you good health, 🎊luck 🍀and joy 🎁in your new year of life. ...

by Gregor 14.06.2026 05:29

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🎵 🇩🇪 We're Working on a Song! 🇩🇪 🎵

🎵 🇩🇪 We're Working on a Song! 🇩🇪 🎵Today isn't about recording – it's about creating, refining, experimenting and rethinking. That's exactly how s...

We're working together on a song

by SchalkesOpa 13.06.2026 10:12

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I'm still here...

Fourteen days ago, I was diagnosed with severe pneumonia with pleurisy. Since then, much has been different from what I had planned. As a singer, i...

See you on YouTube.

by SchalkesOpa 10.06.2026 16:18

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ive Music & Stories - SchalkesOpa Sings | This Week's Community Highlight

Can you afford to miss this?

Here's the link to Rumble Live

by SchalkesOpa 27.05.2026 14:20

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Why I'm Slowing Down - And Why That's Okay | Max Answers S2E18

In this episode of Max Answers – Season 2, Episode 18 things get personal. Max speaks openly about why sometimes slower doesn't mean worse. Why rea...

S2E18: Watch it on Rumble

by SchalkesOpa 25.05.2026 12:18

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Band 7 of the Max-Saga now in stock!

Finally, the 7th book is also in stock and can be ordered on this homepage. Available as both a paperback and a hardcover edition.

by SchalkesOpa 23.05.2026 18:32

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Live Music & Stories - SchalkesOpa Sings | Sunday Live Stream

Live again for you! Relaxed Sunday music, beautiful melodies and good vibes – straight from the home studio to your couch. Or into the garden. Let...

Immer wieder Sonntags ...

by SchalkesOpa 23.05.2026 07:38

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SchalkesOpa is in the House ....

Come and enjoy a few lovely hours with the community and SchalkesOpa.

Here is the link to the concert on Rumble

by SchalkesOpa 20.05.2026 17:21

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Now available on Amazon

Max and the unexpected gift. The 7th book in the Max Saga and again a real MAXR novel by SchalkesOpa.

Here's the link to the new book

by SchalkesOpa 17.05.2026 10:05

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Live Music & Stories - SchalkesOpa Sings | Sunday Livestream – Today Also with Schalke

🎤 SUNDAY AFTERNOON LIVE – SchalkesOpa sings! Live for you again today! Relaxed Sunday music, beautiful melodies and good vibes – straight from the...

This way ...

by SchalkesOpa 17.05.2026 05:43

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Unused Videos Vol. 27 | MAXR Clips that didn't make it into a video

Check out what we fished out of the trash this week.

Unused Videos Vol. 27

by SchalkesOpa 16.05.2026 04:12

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Friday and time for new music

These new songs are now available in the MAXIVERSUM:Ein Guter TagStill LightZeit Für DichIm Spiegel

Here you can find them

by SchalkesOpa 15.05.2026 10:21

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JANNIS. and his new song "Still Light" (Lyric Video)

The new lyric video for the song "Still Light" by JANNIS..

Here you can find the music videos

by SchalkesOpa 15.05.2026 08:58

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Live Music & Stories - SchalkesOpa sings and talks about MAXR | Ascension Day Livestream

I'm looking forward to you. See you shortly.

Here's the link to the concert on Ascension Day

by SchalkesOpa 14.05.2026 13:55

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THE MAXIVERSUM – The First 4 English Books

The journey begins in English. Discover the first four translated MAXR novels, now available on Amazon.

Here you find the MAXIVERSUM

by SchalkesOpa 11.05.2026 00:02

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Live Music & Stories - SchalkesOpa Sings | Sunday Livestream

Live for you again today! Relaxed Sunday music, beautiful melodies and good vibes – straight from the home studio to your couch. Just let yourself...

Go to the concert

by SchalkesOpa 09.05.2026 20:34

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New Episode of Unused Videos

Unused Videos Vol. 26 is another collection of small MAXR clips that didn't fit anywhere else.

Episode 26

by SchalkesOpa 08.05.2026 20:12

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Finally at Home with Lukas in the Video Gallery

So, after it was painfully missed, we are pleased to announce that the official music video for Zuhause bei Lukas is now in the video library and o...

by SchalkesOpa 08.05.2026 07:43

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CHAMPION 2026 (SCHALKE 04) - THE NEW SONG BY SCHALKESOPA

The championship anthem 2026 by SchalkesOpa – for everyone who carries Royal Blue in their heart. 💙

Here is the championship anthem

by SchalkesOpa 05.05.2026 23:44

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When your club gets promoted and suddenly you have no idea anymore

If you have time, come by.

Here you can find Max antwortet - S2E17

by SchalkesOpa 04.05.2026 13:08

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WE ARE BACK! 💙 Promotion Anthem 2026

"Wir sind zurück" by SchalkesOpa – an emotional Schalke song celebrating FC Schalke 04's return to the Bundesliga. After years of struggle, tears,...

Here's the promotion anthem

by SchalkesOpa 02.05.2026 20:50

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Unused Videos Vol. 25

Some videos never make it into the final cut.But sometimes these unfinished moments are the most honest. Sometimes ideas were not completed. Here a...

Go to the video on Rumble here

by SchalkesOpa 01.05.2026 22:43

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The Music of JANNIS. is now here.

Before the songs are released worldwide on Spotify and all other platforms on June 3rd, we can present six singles from his upcoming album exclusiv...

Here you can find the music of JANNIS.

by SchalkesOpa 28.04.2026 08:25

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Live Music & Stories - SchalkesOpa Sings

Live Music & Stories - SchalkesOpa Sings and Talks About MAXR | Thursday LivestreamSchalkesOpa · 22.04.2026 03:14 · generalThursday, starting at 7 ...

Click here for the concert

by SchalkesOpa 28.04.2026 08:06

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MAX DANCE SONGS Vol. 2 picks up where Vol. 1 left off – and goes even further.

If you like the music that Max dances to all through April, then you should check out this album.

Here you can find Max' albums

by SchalkesOpa 27.04.2026 19:25

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When Grandpa Sings About Your Fear | Max Answers S2F16

Don't miss Max' new podcast episode.

Here you go to Rumble

by SchalkesOpa 27.04.2026 07:35

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MAXR Artist Page on Facebook

Max now has a fan page on Facebook and it would be great if you would visit him there and follow him. Thanks a lot!

Here is the link to the MAXR fan page on Facebook

by SchalkesOpa 26.04.2026 14:47

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Live Music & Stories - SchalkesOpa sings | Sunday Livestream

Live for you again today! Relaxed Sunday music, beautiful melodies and good vibes – straight from the home studio to your couch. Let yourself unwi...

Sunday Concert on YouTube

by SchalkesOpa 25.04.2026 21:31

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Unused Videos Vol. 24 | MAXR Clips That Didn't Make It Into a Video

This Saturday too, right at 3 PM, they will be there: The video snippets that didn't make it into any music video.

Here's the link to the video

by SchalkesOpa 24.04.2026 20:41

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When Fans Become Family - S2E15 - ENG

Here is the English version of last week's Podcast. From now on, English will be on Fridays and on Mondays it is time for the German Version. Have ...

Here is the shortcut to the Podcast

by SchalkesOpa 24.04.2026 12:22

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Live Music & Stories - SchalkesOpa sings and talks about MAXR | Thursday Livestream

Thursday, starting at 7 p.m., and we wish everyone lots of fun and great hours.

Here's the link to the LIVE stream

by SchalkesOpa 22.04.2026 03:14

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SchalkesOpa Live

This afternoon there will be another live concert 🎙🎶🎵🎶🎵🎙We look forward to seeing you😁

SchalkesOpa Live Concert

by 19.04.2026 06:03

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Unused Videos Vol. 23 | MAXR Clips that didn't make it into a video

Today at 3 PM there's a new video from the "Unused Videos" series on Rumble. It's going to be awesome! Come by and be part of the premiere!

Here you go: Unused Videos Vol.23

by Michael 18.04.2026 07:38

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The MAXR Calendars 2027 are here

They are now available for pre-order in the shop. The three DIN A3 wall calendars in the Limited Edition.

MAXR Calendars 2027 Limited Editions

by SchalkesOpa 15.04.2026 18:25

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Live Music & Stories - SchalkesOpa sings and talks about MAXR | Thursday Livestream

SchalkesOpa LIVE. Where: On YouTube and on Rumble When: 7:00 PM. Duration: Only God knows. Have fun and Glueck auf!

Live Music & Stories - SchalkesOpa sings

by SchalkesOpa 15.04.2026 17:28

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I'm Actually Talking to You Now | Max Answers S2E14

At 9 o'clock on Rumble, the English edition of the 14th episode of Max Answers, this year. Have fun.

Max answer - The English Podcast | S2E14

by SchalkesOpa 13.04.2026 13:17

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Now also available in my shop

Wow, listen, I have to tell you something. As of today, the MAXR Artbook 2025 is also available in the shop, not just on Amazon, which means now al...

Here you can get the MAXR Artbook 2025

by SchalkesOpa 13.04.2026 12:44

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Unused Videos - Vol. 22 | MAXR Clips that didn't make it into a video

Unused videos happen every week, and that's why it's time again.

Here you go: Unused Videos Vol. 22

by SchalkesOpa 11.04.2026 03:59

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MAXR Spotify Playlists

Hey, there are now 8 different playlists for different languages or themes on Spotify.You can find them on the profile in the link or if you scroll...

Spotify Playlists

by Jannis 11.04.2026 01:50

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I'm really talking to you now | Max answers S2F14-DE

It starts again at 7 PM. I hope you have fun with it.

Here you can find Max's new podcast

by SchalkesOpa 10.04.2026 14:57

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Only 3 calendars left!

Hey, don't say later: "Why didn't anyone tell me?" There are only 3 calendars left of the MAXR Calendar 2026, Limited Edition. So, when they're gon...

Here you can get the last calendars

by SchalkesOpa 10.04.2026 14:42

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SchalkesOpa Live

Hey everyone💥 Tomorrow night it's happening again 🥳🎶🎙Let's celebrate together and forget about everyday life 🤩

Here's the concert link

by 08.04.2026 11:01

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"Max and the Light at the End of the Tunnel" in stock.

"Max and the Light at the End of the Tunnel" is now available as a paperback and hardcover edition.

Here you can find the books

by SchalkesOpa 07.04.2026 13:59

🎙 podcast

The Stiff Neck – Why Bisexuality Is the Invisibility Cloak of Sexualities | Max Answers S2E13

At 7 PM, the premiere of the English version of the 13th episode of "max answers" begins on Rumble.

Here you can access the English podcast

by SchalkesOpa 06.04.2026 15:29

🎵 musik

SchalkesOpa Easter Concert

Hey everyone, Robert is inviting us all to a small Easter concert on Easter Sunday at 3:00 PM. Come by, get comfortable and celebrate with us!

Here you go to the live Easter concert with SchalkesOpa

by Michael 04.04.2026 13:37

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Unused Videos Vol. 21 | MAXR Clips that didn't make it into a video.

Hey everyone, today at 3:00 PM an unused video is coming out 🤩, I'm already looking forward to it 👌. Stop by on Rumble and check it out. ❤️

Here's the link to Max Outtakes

by Sven 04.04.2026 06:50

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#1 + #4 on an Amazon Bestseller List

Max is liked, even though many see him as a thorn in their side and would prefer him gone. You absolutely have to check this out.

Bestseller in Bisexual Fiction

by SchalkesOpa 03.04.2026 08:40

🎵 musik

New Album is Out!

You wanted the songs on an album that get Max dancing and that were produced especially for him. Now available in the shop.

by SchalkesOpa 01.04.2026 12:06

🎵 musik

SchalkesOpa Live

Hey friends.... Tomorrow we're celebrating Trallafitti again 🥳 let's party together🎉

SchalkesOpa Live Konzert

by 01.04.2026 06:46

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Bunte Farben — Premiere + Mini-Concert | SchalkesOpa Live

SchalkesOpa's new community song: Bunte Farben Be part of the premiere!

Go here for the premiere + mini-concert

by SchalkesOpa 27.03.2026 20:54

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Tonight "Max antwortet" S2/F12

Hey guys .... Tonight at 7:00 PM...Will Tim experience what Noah experienced? The new book is here. Max und das Licht am Ende des Tunnels is out...

Max antwortet S2/F12

by 27.03.2026 15:52

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MAXR - Wenn Schweigen Schreit - Das Album

Max's new album is out, featuring the 12 best songs he's ever made. Don't miss out on this listening experience.

Here you can find MAX's new album

by SchalkesOpa 22.03.2026 18:06

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Unused Videos Vol. 19 | MAXR Clips that never made it into the finished video

At 3:00 PM, the latest video in the "Unused Videos - Vol. 19" series premiered on Rumble.If you'd like to join in, just click the link below.Have fun!

Unused Videos - Vol. 19

by SchalkesOpa 21.03.2026 12:20

🎙 podcast

17 Minutes – How YouTube Deleted My Life | Max Answers S2F11

My latest podcast is available in German and English on Rumble. Check it out:

Max antwortet - S2E11 - DE

by SchalkesOpa 20.03.2026 22:57