Peter Schilling is a German synth-pop musician known for his contribution to the Neue Deutsche Welle (New German Wave) movement during the 1980s. His music is characterized by a unique blend of electronic sounds and storytelling lyrics, often exploring themes of science fiction and technology. Schilling gained international fame with his 1983 hit, "Major Tom (Coming Home)", a thematic sequel to David Bowie's "Space Oddity". His innovative use of synthesizers and electronic beats was influential in shaping the sound of pop music during the 1980s.