Hörzu first appeared in 1946[1][2] and was published by Axel Springer[3] as the first radio program magazine to be produced in what was then the British zone of occupation.

Over the years Hörzu has shifted the emphasis of its coverage from radio to television programs.

[4] The magazine launch was considered a major success by Springer AG, with the premiere issue selling 130,000 copies.

[6] Beginning in 1963 Hörzu produced and released long playing records as a subsidiary of Electrola, Cologne.

In 1968 it began a progressive and avantgarde music label, Hör Zu Black.