GOTTHARD
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release ‘Burning Bridges’ music video
in celebration of “Stereo Crush” chart success;
European tour kicks off next month
Looking back on a more than 30-year long career, GOTTHARD still remain relevant: TV appearances at “Sing meinen Song – Das Schweizer Tauschkonzert,” all-embracing media presence around the globe, and especially their chart-storming new album “Stereo Crush” keep the band in the talks. After fans received the three previously released singles ‘Boom Boom,’ ‘Thunder & Lightning’ and ‘Rusty Rose’ with open arms, there seems to be yet another track on the album which has entered their hearts right away. Closing in on the mentioned tracks, most notably on streaming platforms, is ‘Burning Bridges,’ and that’s why GOTTHARD are even more pleased to present a music video for this evident new fan favourite today.
Vocalist Nic Maeder, who also wrote the song, comments: “This track is about the thrill of non-conformity and the moment you walk away from what’s expected of you: because freedom tastes better than approval. Don’t play it safe, move on and burn the bridge to a new world after crossing it. ‘Burning Bridges’ is dedicated to all those who don’t fit in – and don’t want to!”
Watch the video: https://youtu.be/
With their latest offering “Stereo Crush,” GOTTHARD reached the top of the official album chart for the 17th time (and for the 13th time in a row!) in their home country Switzerland.
Guitarist Leo Leoni states: “We’re absolutely thrilled! This is our 17th album hitting #1 in Switzerland! Trends fade, but rock never dies. Thanks to our fans, some of whom have been supporting is for over 30 years! Let’s keep on rocking!”
“This album has become so special because of YOU – our amazing fans who love our music! Your incredible support has once again taken us to the top of the charts. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!” adds Maeder.
The band’s Austrian (#7) and German (#11) fan bases also gave them plenty of reason to celebrate in recent days.
GOTTHARD will present “Stereo Crush” live on stage from May 20 on: Mainly leading them to Germany, Austria and – of course – Switzerland, but stops in Italy (Alcatraz, Milan), Sweden (Sweden Rock Festival, Sölvesborg), and Spain (Z! Live Rock, Zamora) are also part of the upcoming routing. All dates and ticket info can be found below!
Order & listen to “Stereo Crush”: https://gotthard.rpm.link/
“Stereo Crush” was produced, recorded and mixed by long-time producer Charlie Bauerfeind, who’s known for his work with the likes of HELLOWEEN and BLIND GUARDIAN, alongside co-producer and founding member Leo Leoni at Yellowhouse Studio. Mastered by Sascha “Busy” Bühren (TrueBusyness), artwork was once again provided by Thomas Ewerhard (AVANTASIA etc.).
More from “Stereo Crush”:
‘Boom Boom’ OFFICIAL LYRIC VIDEO:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?
‘Thunder & Lightning’ OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?
‘Rusty Rose’ OFFICIAL LYRIC VIDEO:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?
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GOTTHARD live:
“Stereo Crush” Tour 2025
20.05.2025 IT Milan – Alcatraz (w/ ECLIPSE)
21.05.2025 DE Saarbücken – Garage (w/ ECLIPSE)
Special Guests: Y&T
Presented by Metal Hammer, Classic Rock, musix,
Rock Antenne, powermetal.de, RPM & Bottom Row
23.05.2025 DE Bochum – RuhrCongress
24.05.2025 DE Geiselwind – Music Hall
25.05.2025 DE Frankfurt – Batschkapp
27.05.2025 DE Hamburg – Große Freiheit 36
29.05.2025 DE Munich – Circus Krone
30.05.2025 DE Filderstadt – FILharmonie
31.05.2025 AT Telfs – Rathaussaal
07.06.2025 SE Sölvesborg – Sweden Rock Festival *NEW*
11.06.2025 DE Wolfhagen – Stadtpark Teichwiesen (w/ AXXIS)
14.06.2025 ES Zamora – Z! Live Rock
26.06.2025 CH Pully – Live Festival
27.06.2025 CH Basel – Summerstage (w/ KROKUS)
28.06.2025 DE Ehingen – Martkplatz (w/ KROKUS)
20.07.2025 CH Locarno – Moon&Stars (“Steve Lee – The Show”)
22.07.2025 DE Regensburg – Piazza im Gewerbepark
06.08.2025 CH Zofingen – Heitere (w/ Orchestra)
10.08.2025 DE Tettnang – Schlossgarten (w/ KROKUS)
19.12.2025 CH Bern – Festhalle (w/ KROKUS)
20.12.2025 CH Zurich – The Hall (w/ KROKUS)
Info & Tickets: https://www.gotthard.com/en/
L-R:
Freddy Scherer (guitars), Leo Leoni (guitars), Nic Maeder (vocals),
Flavio Mezzodi (drums), Marc Lynn (bass)
Photo credit: Manuel Schütz
About GOTTHARD
With meanwhile 17 number one albums, a Diamond Award for selling over one million units in Switzerland, and multiple platinum records, including their quadruple platinum album “Homerun,” GOTTHARD have an unmatched legacy of successes, rounded off by over 3.5 million units sold worldwide and more than 2,000 live performances. Their tracks like ‘Heaven,’ a platinum single, and seven top 10 singles have cemented the band in the international music scene.
GOTTHARD are:
Nic Maeder | vocals
Leo Leoni | guitars
Freddy Scherer | guitars
Marc Lynn | bass
Flavio Mezzodi | drums
More on GOTTHARD:
gotthard.com | Linktree | Facebook | Instagram | X | TikTok | YouTube | Spotify | RPM
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