Selig was formed in 1992 in Hamburg. The band initially had Jan Plewka writing the lyrics, and Christian Neander writing the music. They released their self-titled debut album in 1994, which peaked at the 35th place in the Top 40 on the German album charts. In 1995, they released their second album,
Hier, and received an
Echo Music Prize in February 1995. In May 1995, the band embarked on a nearly sold out headliner tour and also appeared in several rock festivals. In 1997, the band released
Blender, which was recorded in
New York City. The 5 band members separated after ''
Knockin' on Heaven's Door'' was finished recording. In January 1999, the band announced its dissolution, and released their Greatest Hits album in December 1999. == Comeback ==