Schlager Legend Peter Petrel Dies at 86
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Peter Petrel, the renowned Schlager singer, has passed away at the age of 86. Initially gaining fame as a jazz singer, Petrel's breakthrough came in 1972 with the hit 'How Do You Do?' as part of the duo Windows. He later joined the Hamburg Rentnerband and enjoyed success with Schlager songs like 'I'm far too modest' and 'I love to ride a bike'. Despite his Schlager hits, Petrel remained true to his jazz roots, performing internationally.
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