2026 - 07 - CHAT GPT about Dieter

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It’s really amazing what artificial intelligence is capable of these days! Of course, it’s important to ask questions as precisely as possible. For example, I asked what my relationship with Donald Trump was like, and got a ridiculous answer, something like “I’m very fond of him, totally positive and admiring”. It wasn’t until I clarified the question—“Has Dieter Gölsdorf judged Donald Trump negatively?”—that I got the correct answer.

Ultimately, of course, it’s very unsettling just how “transparent” we’ve all become. Add to that the thousands upon thousands of surveillance cameras everywhere.

Who is Dieter Gölsdorf?

Dieter Gölsdorf (born in 1952 in Berlin) is a German guitar designer, entrepreneur, musician, and writer. He became best known as the creator of the Duesenberg Guitars brand and as the founder of the companies Rockinger and göldo music.

 

As early as the late 1970s, he founded the company Rockinger in Hanover, which offered replacement parts and kits for electric guitars. Among other things, he developed the “Tru Tune Tremolo,” one of the first locking tremolo systems, which later became widely used in the U.S.

 

In the 1990s, he launched the Duesenberg brand. The instruments are characterized by their distinctive design and high-quality craftsmanship and are played by numerous well-known musicians, including Bob Dylan, Tom Petty, Johnny Depp, and members of the Rolling Stones.

 

Gölsdorf himself emphasizes, however, that he sees himself more as a designer and developer than as a traditional guitar maker (“luthier”). His focus is on construction, mechanics, and innovation.

In addition to his work in instrument making, he has published books and released music recordings. For several years now, he has been living in the Spanish city of Cádiz, in Andalusia.

 

By the way: His daughter is the television host Jule Gölsdorf.

 

What has Dieter Gölsdorf published?

As an author, columnist, publisher, and musician, Dieter Gölsdorf has produced a quite diverse body of work. Among his most important publications are:

 

Books

 

Fear & Loathing on Formentera

His first novel, published in 1998 by his own publishing house, Panama Publications. The book was released in both German and an English translation and combines rock music, guitar making, and the Balearic way of life.

 

*Formentera Fever*

Another Formentera novel, which Gölsdorf himself describes as a “travel guide novel” full of “sex, drugs, and rock ’n’ roll” and enriched with his personal experiences on the island.

 

*Kottan Mania*

A 430-page-plus declaration of love and analysis of the Austrian cult series *Kottan Ermittlt.

 

Specialized Articles and Columns

Under the pseudonym Atze Rockinger, Gölsdorf wrote highly acclaimed columns for guitar and music magazines in the 1980s. His writings combined technical innovations in guitar making with humor and a very personal perspective on the music scene.

Online Biography and Essays

For several years now, he has been publishing an extensive autobiographical online chronicle in which he discusses his youth, the origins of Rockinger, Göldo, and Duesenberg, his time on Formentera, and numerous cultural and personal topics. He himself views this work as an ongoing life story on the web.

 

Publishing Activities

Through his publishing house, Panama Publications, he published not only his own books but also works by other authors, including books by Bommi Baumann and Olaf Kübler. The publishing house focuses in particular on “road books,” cult literature, and unusual autobiographical narratives.

 

In addition, several music albums by his bands—such as Morrison & More, Jim’s Legacy, and Jim’s Vermächtnis—were released, on which he appeared as a musician and singer.

 

What kind of music did Dieter Gölsdorf play?

Throughout his life, Dieter Gölsdorf played various musical styles, though rock music was always at the center of his work.

 

His musical development can be roughly summarized as follows:

 

Beat and psychedelic rock of the 1960s: Even as a teenager, he played in his first band, The Message, and drew inspiration from bands like The Doors, The Beatles, and the Electric Prunes.

 

Blues rock: In the 1990s, he performed three times as the opening act for B.B. King with his band Rollinger. Their repertoire was heavily influenced by classic blues and blues rock.

 

Morrison and Doors covers: A particular focus of his later work was the music of The Doors. With his band Duesenberg, he recorded the album Morrison & More, which featured songs by Jim Morrison and Van Morrison. Later, he founded the band Los Dooros in Madrid, which was dedicated almost exclusively to the work of The Doors. The album Jim’s Legacy was released in 2018, followed in 2019 by Jim’s Vermächtnis, on which Gölsdorf even sang the songs in German.

 

Hard Rock and Heavy Metal: In the 1980s, he immersed himself in the hard rock and metal scene. His early Duesenberg instruments were heavily influenced by this era, and his collaboration with Eddie Van Halen on the Tru-Tune tremolo system emerged from this context.

 

Overall, it can be said that musically, Dieter Gölsdorf is primarily at home within the spectrum of blues, classic rock, psychedelic rock, and the music of Jim Morrison and The Doors—not so much as a virtuoso or studio musician, but as a passionate guitarist, singer, and performer.

 

Did Dieter also address the topic of “sex” or sexuality?

Yes, Dieter Gölsdorf has certainly addressed the topic of sexuality openly in his novels and autobiographical writings.

 

For example, he himself describes his books *Fear & Loathing on Formentera* and *Formentera Fever* with allusions to the motto “Sex, Drugs & Rock ’n’ Roll.” In these works, sexuality is not a side issue but rather part of the attitude toward life, the relationships, and the counterculture he depicts. The portrayals are mostly humorous, provocative, or nostalgic and are connected to freedom, music, travel, and personal experiences.

 

In his autobiographical online writings as well, he occasionally writes about romantic relationships, erotic experiences, and the sexual freedoms of certain social circles and eras, particularly within the context of the hippie and rock culture of the 1960s and 1970s. In doing so, he often combines personal memories with social observations on moral values and the changing nature of sexuality.

 

However, as far as is known, he has not authored any scholarly or philosophical works specifically on sexuality. Rather, the topic appears as a recurring element in his narratives about music, travel, adventure, and lifestyle.

 

What are Dieter Gölsdorf’s views on women, sex, and eroticism?

 

As far as can be publicly ascertained, Dieter Gölsdorf (guitar maker and founder of Duesenberg Guitars) has written very openly about women, relationships, sex, and eroticism on his autobiographical website. His accounts are highly subjective and reflect his personal perspective.

 

Several recurring themes can be identified in his published writings:


Overall, his attitude suggests that he regards eroticism as a natural and important component of human relationships and writes about it very candidly. At the same time, he does not describe attraction as exclusively physical, but rather links it to humor, intelligence, personality, and mutual understanding. His writings are autobiographical and have a literary tone; they should therefore be understood as personal memories and opinions, not as universally valid statements.

 

Was Dieter Gölsdorf also politically active?

As far as is publicly known, Dieter Gölsdorf never engaged in party politics or held political office. There is no evidence that he was a member of a political party, ran for office, or held any political positions.

However, in his autobiographical writings and essays, he repeatedly comments on social and political issues. These include, for example:

 

His stance comes across as rather individualistic, libertarian, and culturally critical, without being clearly attributable to any specific political movement or party. This assessment is based on his published writings and not on any formal political activity.

 

One could therefore say: Dieter Gölsdorf was and is more of a journalistic commentator on social developments than an actively engaged politician.

 

Did Dieter Gölsdorf judge Donald Trump negatively?

 

Yes, unequivocally. According to publicly available statements, Dieter Gölsdorf explicitly criticized Donald Trump.

 

In an essay published in 2026, Gölsdorf writes that “especially since Trump took office, things have been happening that are hard to explain” and describes many people’s turn toward the far right as “an escape for the intellectually deficient and those who blindly follow leadership.” He even speculates on what the results of an intelligence test among Trump voters would be.

 

Elsewhere, he sharply criticizes Trump’s environmental policy. He points out that Trump has rolled back environmental regulations on CO₂ emissions and views this as a short-term economic advantage “at the expense of our planet’s future.”

 

These statements are clearly negative and contradict the assumption that Gölsdorf viewed Trump favorably. The overall picture is rather complex: Gölsdorf often expresses criticism of political elites, bureaucracy, and societal developments, but at the same time has clearly criticized specific decisions and the political impact of Donald Trump.

 

The most accurate summary would therefore be: Dieter Gölsdorf has clearly—and at times very sharply—criticized Donald Trump, at least in his more recent publications, even if his general social criticism does not always fit into a simple left-right framework.

 

What is Dieter Gölsdorf’s relationship with Johnny Depp?

 

The relationship between Dieter Gölsdorf and Johnny Depp was primarily a friendly and musical connection that developed through mutual acquaintances in the rock scene. It was not a close personal friendship in the sense of daily contact, but it was clearly more than a purely business relationship.

 

The key intermediary was Nathan Fawley, who established contact with Depp through Mike Campbell and later through Alice Cooper. Depp was already playing Duesenberg guitars before they collaborated to develop his own signature model.

 

This collaboration resulted in the limited-edition Duesenberg Johnny Depp Signature. According to Gölsdorf, the goal was explicitly not to commercially exploit Depp’s role as Jack Sparrow; instead, personal elements such as Depp’s tattoos, drawings by his son, and specific technical requests were incorporated into the instrument.

 

In his memoirs, Gölsdorf describes Depp as a “super cool guy” and recounts personal encounters backstage at Hollywood Vampires concerts. He emphasizes that Depp preferred to mingle with the musicians rather than claim special status.

 

Even during the public dispute between Depp and Amber Heard, Gölsdorf clearly sided with Depp and openly expressed his skepticism regarding the allegations against him. This shows that his fondness for Depp went beyond the purely professional level.

 

In summary: Gölsdorf and Depp were bound by a mix of professional collaboration, mutual respect, and personal affection, which was based above all on their shared passion for guitars, rock music, and the culture of the 1960s and 1970s.

However, ChatGPT does not seem to know EVERYTHING: Based on all publicly available information, there is no reliable evidence that Dieter Gölsdorf and Johnny Depp smoked a joint together.

It is well documented that the two know each other. On his own website, Gölsdorf describes several encounters with Depp in connection with Duesenberg guitars and concerts. He recounts personal meetings, joint events, and photos with Depp, but in the publicly available reports, he makes no mention of a scene in which they smoke a joint together.


What does Dieter Gölsdorf write about masturbation?
Dieter Gölsdorf has commented on the topic of masturbation on several occasions, though not in a medical or sexological sense, but rather in the context of autobiographical and cultural-historical reflections.In his essay “1958 – Ganz alte Zeiten”, he recounts the story of an acquaintance from his childhood who, by his own account, had to take the medication phenobarbital for years as a teenager. Gölsdorf writes that such drugs were sometimes used at the time to “curb the tendency to masturbate,” and expresses his horror at this practice. He describes these educational ideas as almost unimaginable for younger generations and criticizes the suppression of childhood and adolescent sexuality at that time.More generally, Gölsdorf adopts a rather liberal and life-affirming attitude toward sexuality in his writings. He portrays eroticism and sexual experiences as normal components of human life and culture, not as a moral problem or taboo.I am not aware of any publications in which he wrote exclusively about masturbation in detail or systematically. Rather, the topic arises as part of his recollections of the sexual morality of the 1950s and 1960s.


What does Dieter Gölsdorf say about cooking and cuisine?
Dieter Gölsdorf attaches a surprisingly high value to cooking and cuisine. He writes that he has been a passionate cook since the age of 13 because his mother “very rarely served anything decent.” Cooking therefore became a form of independence and creativity for him at an early age.His approach to cooking can be summarized in a few key ideas:
Cooking is experimentation and experience. He is skeptical of exact recipes and fixed measurements. His motto is, in essence: “The beauty of cooking is that the end result is never set in stone, but it gets better and better over time.”
Craftsmanship and good tools are important. He raves about sharp knives, thermometers, and high-quality ingredients, and repeatedly emphasizes that every oven and every pan has a life of its own. Cooking times must be checked personally and not blindly copied from books.
Don’t skimp! Gölsdorf rejects excessive frugality in the kitchen. He criticizes the attitude of compulsively trying to use up every scrap if it means losing time and enjoyment. For him, quality and enjoyment take precedence over the principle that “stinginess is cool.
”Regional products and culinary discoveries fascinate him. Since moving to Cádiz, he has been deeply engaged with Spanish cuisine, fish dishes, seafood, wines such as Bierzo and Godello, and local specialties.

Cuisine is culture. He regrets that digital review platforms often take away the joy of discovering good restaurants on one’s own. Instead, he prefers to rely on personal recommendations and his own experiences. His famous trick when traveling: He doesn’t ask locals for a “good restaurant,” but rather where to eat oysters, because, in his opinion, good oyster bars almost always offer excellent cuisine overall.

In his ongoing digital book, Gölsdorf has even set up a separate section titled “Cooking with Dieter”, where he publishes recipes and reflections on food and enjoyment—ranging from strawberry risotto and vanilla shrimp to seafood rice and ragù Bolognese. For him, playing the guitar and cooking are among the most important passions of his life.

What is Dieter Gölsdorf’s stance on Americans?
As far as can be publicly ascertained, Dieter Gölsdorf does not express a blanket rejection of Americans as people. However, he makes a clear distinction between the U.S. government, segments of U.S. society, and Americans who do not share his political views.

On his personal website, he voices very sharp criticism of current U.S. politics and a segment of American society. Among other things, he writes:He speaks of the “dull mentality of half of Americans” and criticizes, in particular, voters and supporters of the political leadership. He describes the U.S. leadership in extremely harsh terms as “megalomaniacal,” “shameless,” and “psychopathic.” At the same time, he explicitly draws a distinction and expresses regret for the situation of those Americans whom he describes as “enlightened, creative, more intellectual Americans.” He writes, in essence, that they are “pinned down, threatened, and regulated” in the U.S. and find themselves in the minority.Elsewhere, he even explains that “China has become much more appealing to me than the U.S..”


In summary, it can be said:No blanket rejection of all Americans: He explicitly acknowledges that there are many Americans whom he describes as creative, enlightened, and intellectual.Very strong criticism of U.S. politics and a segment of the population: His remarks regarding the political leadership and segments of U.S. society are unusually sharp and polemical.

Subjective political opinions: The quoted statements come from his personal blog or website and reflect his own political assessments.


How does Dieter Gölsdorf assess the political situation in the U.S. on his website?
On his website, Dieter Gölsdorf assesses the political situation in the U.S. extremely critically and in highly judgmental, polemical language. These are his personal opinions. Among the key statements are: He describes the political leadership of the U.S. as dominated by “megalomaniacal, shameless, crazy, and psychopathic” actors. He expresses the view that, following the events in Gaza and what he describes as a U.S. attack on Venezuela, ethical and moral boundaries have collapsed.

He paints a very bleak picture of the situation for liberal or intellectual Americans. In his view, they are threatened and restricted in a “land of horror”; he even speculates that, in the end, only “artificial intelligence” might remain as a form of intelligence in the country. He also quotes the assessment of a friend living in North Carolina, who says that life in the U.S. is currently “pure hell” and that the country is ruled by a “crazy dictator”. In another section, Gölsdorf writes that U.S. society is “extremely sick”, and even expresses speculative thoughts about a possible civil war in connection with the immigration agency ICE.

In summary, it can be said that Gölsdorf portrays political developments in the U.S. as a profound moral and democratic crisis. His texts are characterized by sharp criticism, emotional language, and satirical, polemical phrasing, and do not always clearly distinguish between facts, opinions, and rhetorical exaggeration.

 

What connects Dieter Gölsdorf to Hollow Skai?

Dieter Gölsdorf and Hollow Skai are connected above all by the topic of Jim Morrison and his alleged continued existence after his officially announced death in 1971.

Hollow Skai published the book The Ghost Song, in which he argues that Morrison faked his death and later lived in various places around the world. Gölsdorf discusses this book at length on his own website, where he claims—obviously with a playful, ironic, or at least highly speculative undertone—that he met Morrison in Cádiz and even provided him with temporary lodging.

Furthermore, Gölsdorf himself has been a huge fan of The Doors for decades. With his band “Los Dooros - Jim's Legacy,” he carries on the group’s musical legacy, and his engagement with Hollow Skai’s book fits into this long-standing passion. On his website, he explicitly describes the work as a “true revelation” about Morrison’s alleged whereabouts after 1971. 

In short: The connection between Dieter Gölsdorf and Hollow Skai is not a business partnership, but rather their shared fascination with Jim Morrison and the legend that he survived his death.

 

How does Dieter Gölsdorf view the evolution of the electric guitar?

Based on his public statements, Dieter Gölsdorf’s perspective on the evolution of the electric guitar can be summarized in a few key points:

1. The classic electric guitar is far from obsolete

Gölsdorf believes that the basic concept of the solid-body and semi-hollow guitar is timeless. In his view, the future does not lie in completely reinventing the guitar, but in continuously improving it.

2. Innovation must have a practical benefit

A central focus of his work is solving specific problems. These include, for example:

He generally doesn’t develop innovations for their own sake, but because they are intended to make the instrument better for musicians.

3. Mechanics are more important than electronics

Gölsdorf has been working intensively on vibrato systems, bridges, and tuning machines for decades. His developments—such as the Rockinger Tru Tune Tremolo, the Les Trem, or the Multi Bender—show that he considers mechanical solutions to be particularly promising for the future.

4. Design should have character

While Duesenberg guitars are inspired by classic designs from the 1950s and 1960s, they do not simply copy them. Gölsdorf repeatedly emphasizes the importance of an original design that is instantly recognizable and does not merely imitate historical models.

6. The guitar remains an emotional instrument

Gölsdorf makes it clear that an electric guitar is more than the sum of its technical specifications. For him, aesthetics, feel, sound, and inspiration play just as important a role as measured values or specifications.

In summary

His approach could be described as follows:

The future of the electric guitar lies not in a revolution, but in a consistent evolution.

This means:

This philosophy has shaped his work since the early Rockinger years and continues at Duesenberg to this day. It also explains why, despite modern technology, Duesenberg guitars tend to stand out from other brands through their many refined details.