Modern Talking originated in 1984 as Modernes Gesprach

Modern Talking originated in 1984 as Modernes Gesprach. Its creator, Dieter Bohlen, decided to choose a young German pop singer, Bernd Weidung, to be his partner. Bernd changed his name to Thomas Anders, and Modernes Gesprach became Modern Talking. They recorded "You're My Heart, You're My Soul" making an enormous impact on the music industry, and becoming a No. 1 group in Europe.

In 1985 they released their second album and again won the hearts of thousands of fans in Europe and Asia with "Cheri Cheri Lady". Meanwhile, Thomas married Nora Isabela Balling. After the release of "Brother Louie" in 1986, Modern Talking scored gold in Canada and England, and was on their way to win American music market. However, the huge success of Dieter and Thomas began to fall apart because of quarrels between them caused by Nora.

In 1987 they released two new albums, and then because of some quarrels between Dieter and Nora , the band broke up. Their unbelievable success made them the most successful German band ever. After the break up Thomas changed his image and started a solo career in the US. Dieter continued to write dance music and created Blue System.

In March of 1998, the miracle, which all Modern Talking fans had been waiting for, happened. Dieter Bohlen and Thomas Anders reunited and released their 7th album called "Back for Good". The success has enormous again. With it, Modern Talking got a new generation of fans.

In 1999 they released another album "Alone", and received Cannes Music award for the Best Selling German Artist.

The album "Year of the Dragon" was released in early 2000, most of the songs recorded in China, another great success for them. Modern Talking next album which was released in February 2001, was called "America". The first song of the album called "Win The Race" was a great song which went to the top of many charts soon.