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The Swiss thrashers XONOR emerged during the pandemic and quickly gained a diverse global following through their sonic identity, which combines provocative lyrics with captivating song structures and hooks. The fearsome four-piece have come a long way since then, playing Kiev Destroyer Fest at the height of the Russian invasion, playing with legends like Sodom, Messiah and Nervosa, and becoming one of the biggest thrash acts on TikTok. Their debut album is ready and will be officially announced in due course along with a series of live shows.

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SONS OF COHERENCE - It's May 2020, Lockdown and four Metalheads are meeting for the first time in a band room in Winterthur/Switzerland. Cut off from the outside world and with no legal chances for studio sessions or live shows, they focused on songwriting. This allowed them to fill a backpack with energetic, groovy songs, which tehy are now ready to share with the world.

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PENDEJO - Heavy Rock in Spanish with Balls the size of Danny deVito !!!
The founding cousins from the Netherlands have their roots in Latin America. Their music is described as heavy, addictive or rough and shrill.
In December 2007 the guys played their first show in Caracas (Venezuela) and after that numerous tours through Europe and Latin America with bands like “Fu Manchu” or “Monster Magnet”.

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ROYAL UGLY DUDE was founded in summer 2021 by experienced guitarist Pascal Töngi. Drummer Pascal Stössel joined shortly afterwards and bassist Sascha Müller in summer 2022. The guys play a groovy mix of old school heavy metal with influences from hard and punk rock.

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KICKIN VALENTINA is for me one of the most grateful and best live bands. The 4 guys from the USA always deliver 200%.
Uncompromising rock 'n' roll that blasts from the speakers deep into your stomach! Awesome riffs, cool choruses and a groovy voice give the ensemble a unique touch. The album “Star Spangled Fist Fight”, released in 2024, really hit the spot.
A concert not to be missed.

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M.O.T.H.E.R. present you “Trashcan Rock”. M.O.T.H.E.R. from Biel/Bienne (or as they call it “Bienna”) present a veritable palette of sounds that will take you on a rocking rollercoaster ride like you've never experienced before. This new and upcoming powerhouse draws on influences from all areas of rock music, making it difficult for critics to pin down their sound and categorize it into a single rock subgenre.

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StOp sToP was founded in 2009 in Barcelona, Spain, by frontman and bassist Jacob A.M.. The band has undergone many short-term line-up changes. Danny Spasov (drummer) and Vega (lead guitarist) joined and “The Band” was finally complete. Frustrated with the Spanish music scene, STOP STOP packed a van with savings and then set off for the shores of the UK.
“We left everything behind in Barcelona, bought a van with all our savings and dreams, put all our gear in it and moved to the UK, never looking back and caring about nothing but rock'n'roll.
Performing at international festivals such as Rocklahoma (USA), The Ice Rock Festival (Switzerland), SleazeFest (Germany), HEAT Festival (Germany), The Godney Gathering (UK) and Hard Rock Hell (UK).
In 2019, the single “The Last Call” from the band's fourth album “Get Selfied” made it onto the turntables of national radio stations “Planet Rock”, “Kerrang” and “BBC Radio”. The train doesn't stop!

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S.R.C. was founded 2024 by Alex (g), Pat, (v,b), Shane (g) and Klaus (dr) in Friedrichshafen to resurrect the exciting sound of the 80s and early 90s. From the beginning the band didn't want to chum up to any current trend and preferred to be influenced by bands like Motley Crue, Dio, Def Leppard, Motörhead or the Ramones. From the different musical influences of the musicians, the band created an inspiring package of explosive Hard Rock, Metal & Punk, or as the band calls it - 100% Pure Sleaze Rock Power!

The band now planning to record their new video Live-Single "Chattanooga Rocket" - a reissue of the the song which was recorded with Slick Rock Circus and Stacee Luv on the debut album - and "Shade Of My Life" in spring 2025. The production takes place this time under the wings of Jan Obermüller (Chattanooga Rocket) and Kevin Müller (Shade Of My Life), who already acquired an awesome name in Germany’s music scene.

Star Crystal, formed in Ukraine in 2012 by Susanna Radimovskaya, the talented vocalist of the band, delivers a high-energy, larger-than-life sound inspired by the legends of 80's glam metal. With a theatrical stage presence and electrifying guitar solos, Star Crystal has quickly become one of the hottest acts in the modern glam metal scene.
Hailing from the birthplace of 80's glam metal, Star Crystal is dedicated to bringing the spirit of the genre to a new generation of fans. Under the leadership of Susanna Radimovskaya, the band's powerful vocals, driving beats, and fist-pumping anthems have won over audiences at venues across the country, earning them the respect of fans and fellow musicians alike.
The band's discography includes two albums, "Follow Me" and "Revival of Glam", as well as two hit singles "Come On Baby" and "Wild Wind" and 7 music videos. Star Crystal has also embarked on successful tours throughout Europe, including performances in France, Belgium, Luxemburg, Austria, Slovenia(Metal Days fest), Sweden, Switzerland, Germany, Romania, Bulgaria, Hungary, Croatia, and Italy.
 

EVA - Echo vom Aathal EVA - Echo vom Aathal After the dissolution of the Swiss heavy/thrash veterans DRIFTER in 2011, three of the remaining members founded the band Echo vom Aathal and still play together in the same line-up today:
Gabor Szabo: vocals, bass - Peter Wolff: guitar, alphorn - Roland Ribi: drums.
In the well-established Swiss tradition of violent metal, the band plays bone-dry, tried-and-tested alt-metal.
The band name is deliberately folksy, as Peter Wolff not only plays his six-string under the new flag, but also blows the alphorn, which is played traditionally but blown through overdriven guitar amplifiers.
Together with the German lyrics, this gives the actually straightforward metal a pretty wacky overall look.

 

FIVE WAYS TO NOWHERE - HI FUELED ROCK N ROLL

Powerful loud guitars, aggressive and groovy riffs, a rough voice and melodies that grab the listener. A mix of hard rock and metal creates an explosive and melodic sound, similar to Halestorm, Guano Apes, Papa Roach and others. The band has been touring Europe since 2015 and has shared the stage with greats like Manowar, David Ellefson (Megadeth), Thundermother or Hammerfall, played at Hellfest in France, Masters of Rock or Riverside Aarburg.

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CRASHTIME - OLD SCHOOL HEAVY METAL

The first album “Valley of the Kings” was released this year. Fully committed to the old school tradition, they will remain true to their genre in the future. The wheel of metal will not be reinvented, but the flag of 80/90s heavy metal will be held high.

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