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Trio: World famous with three syllables

Ruben Kalus / egMay 13, 2016

"Da Da Da" was their greatest hit. The German band Trio marked the 80s with quirky lyrics and minimalist music. As a tribute to the drummer Peter Behrens, who died on May 11, here's a look back at the story of the band.

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TRIO Band Stephan Remmler Peter Behrens Kralle Krawinkel, Copyright: picture-alliance/dpa/H. Ossinger
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The German band Trio struck a chord in the 80s with their delightfully absurd lyrics and minimalistic music.

Click through the gallery above to learn more about the band, or listen to their greatest hits on the Spotify list below.

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