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Musically, CoreLeoni is the mean little brother of Gotthard. Founded by guitarist Leo Leoni in 2017, the band aims to revive the songs from Gotthard's first albums. CoreLeoni aims to maintain this vibe, while Gotthard has become a melodic rock powerhouse that attracts a mainstream audience. On July 3, 2025, Leo Leoni and his bandmates... Continue Reading →
Switzerland’s rock heavyweights Gotthard and Marc Storace (Krokus) have joined forces for a brand-new version of "Liverpool", one of the highlights and fan-favorite from Gotthard’s No. 1 album “Stereo Crush.” The newly reimagined duet, sung by two of Switzerland’s most remarkable rock voices, Nic Maeder and Marc Storace, is out now on all digital platforms.... Continue Reading →
Tonight’s event at Grosse Freiheit 36 is a blend of Switzerland, California, and Hamburg. Gotthard recently launched a new album and are on the “Stereo Crush Tour 2025.” Joining them on this road trip for a few shows is none other than Y&T and both bands will perform tonight at the legendary venue in Hamburg.... Continue Reading →
Swiss hard rockers Gotthard have always faced the debate of whether or not they have traded in their rock roots for more mainstream music. No doubt, the band had some songs and moments where the boundaries between rock and almost pop were seamless, but for some time now, Leo Leoni and his bandmates have been... Continue Reading →
While the world just celebrated one of the most romantic days of the year, Swiss hard rock icons Gotthard suddenly rouse us from slumber - namely with the third single from their upcoming album Stereo Crush, to be released on March 21, 2025 via RPM. Compared to their previous hit, "Thunder & Lightning," "Rusty Rose"... Continue Reading →
Swiss hard rockers Gotthard have announced a new album called “Stereo Crush” which will be released early next year via Reigning Phoenix Music. It’s Gotthard’s 14th studio album and will follow “’13” from 2020. The band from Lugano, Switzerland started out as Krak before becoming Gotthard in 1991. It was Steve Lee (R.I.P.) and Leo Leoni... Continue Reading →
Gotus is a band that offers a debut album and in case one thinks that the band is new – yes and no. Gotus is a new outfit that offers melodic rock with a touch of metal. A glimpse on the line-up though shows several known names. Gotus started as a live project, driven by... Continue Reading →
To date ten years ago, Steve Lee, frontman of Swiss-based hard rock powerhouse Gotthard, lost his life in a terrible motorcycle accident on the Interstate 15 in Nevada, USA. It was a shock for rock fans and it was a deep cut for Gotthard. Steve Lee was an important contributor for the band and Gotthard’s... Continue Reading →
If a band releases 13 longplayers they must do something right. In case of Gotthard they probably did/do more than just one thing right with their new longplayer being one example. They handle the balancing act between hard and mainstream well, partly even too well. However, fans of solid Rock music will find some songs on the album they will like and so do Gotthard fans that are more related to mainstream.
(8/10) Gotthard guitarist Leo Leoni is a restless mind with Rock’n’roll being the fuel. A lot of his time and energy are channeled towards Gotthard, the main band. Next to the mothership Leoni was part of the 2018 Rock Meets Classic tour and with CoreLeoni he has a rather new and still not new outfit... Continue Reading →
Swiss hardrockers Gotthard announces some tour dates for Germany. UK-based Rock veterans Magnum will be the special guest and here are the dates: 16.04. D Frankfurt, Batschkapp17.04. D Regensburg, Airport18.04. D Balingen, Volksbankmesse20.04. D München, Tonhalle21.04. D Fürth, Stadthalle22.04. D Hamburg, Große Freiheit 3624.04. D Hannover, Capitol25.04. D Bremen, Pier II26.04. D Berlin, Tempodrom28.04. D Singen, Stadthalle29.04. D Köln, E-Werk30.04. D Saarbrücken, Garage
(8/10) Although Europe isn't fully covered by winterly frost, de-icing is available. It might help less outdoors, but what Gotthard adds to their musical offer is an album that's for sure heart-warming. It was in 1997 when the Swiss-based rocker presented their soulful side with an album entitled 'D-Frosted'. After having released three hard rocking records... Continue Reading →
21 years after having released 'Defrosted', Swiss hardrockers Gotthard announce a new a next unplugged compilation, entitled 'Defrosted 2'. The album was recorded during the 'Defrosted Tour' earlier this year and features 24 songs, spread out over two CD's and here is the track-listing. Track-listing: CD 1: 01. Miss Me 02. Out On My Own... Continue Reading →
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