The Denver Kickers are deeply saddened by the passing of Robin Braun of the Rhinelanders band on February 10, 2023. For years the Rhinelanders have been a staple at Oktoberfest events alongside the Schuhplattlers, and future events will not feel the same without Robin. We will greatly miss Robin’s upbeat performances of all our favorite festival songs, moving Alpenhorn solos, and her creative incorporation of non-traditional songs like Camilla Cabello’s Havana and the Star Wars Cantina Band music into the set list. Most of all we will miss Robin’s warm smiles and friendly greetings. As we say our goodbyes, we take solace in knowing that her legacy will live on through the music that she so passionately shared with us. Thank you for everything, Robin, and may you rest in peace.