Chart-Topping German Medieval Folk Rockers FEUERSCHWANZ to Release New Covers Album, ‘Todsünden’, out December 30, 2022

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New Official Video for Cover of The Weeknd’s

“Blinding Lights” Out Now

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They return from the darkness with an illuminating video for “Blinding Lights”!

Following the success of their previous #1 charting album, ‘Memento Mori’, the hottest German band in folk rock to date are back to flabbergast their fans with the spectacular covers album, ‘Todsünden’, to be released December 30, 2022 – exactly one year after the release of ‘Memento Mori’ – via Napalm Records. The album consists of two completely new songs, as well as the cover bonus tracks from their last two studio albums.

With their newest offering, they present an official music video for “Blinding Lights” – one of the biggest pop songs of the current decade by The Weeknd. Effortlessly combining their own style with the hot 80s revival sound of the 2020s, the song and video compare to a mischievous club night at the tavern. Pushing beyond all limitations, FERUSCHWANZ do not shy away from exploring the unexplored and humorously invite the listener into their world of pure medieval rock!

Hodi states:

“A song from 2020, but with REALLY heavy 80s vibes. And all that, although I was born in 1990! This is really great songwriting that we have brought into the medieval and metal world. Bon Jovi with bagpipes. I always think of a vampire singing about the sun when I hear this song. ‘I can’t sleep until i feel your touch.’”

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In particular, vocalists Hauptmann and Hodi flex their deft skillset, from skyscraper 80s-style falsettos to deep growling and even rapping (as evident on their cover of Deichkind’s “Limit”).

So, jump on board this thrilling musical ride and witness FEUERSCHWANZ conquering a kaleidoscope of musical styles with ease!

Proving their versatility with every single song on this album, FEURSCHWANZ overcome linguistic, musical and genre-specific limitations and unite the tavern in a sonic feast. Effortlessly combining different genres, the medieval folk-rock geniuses reinterpret everything from pop to punk rock to metal hits without ever losing their own characteristic sound.

From beloved evergreens like “Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!” to chart toppers like their latest release “Blinding Lights”, everyone will find their favorite. With humble support from icons like Melissa Bonny (Ad Infinitum), Saltatio Mortis, and Angus McSix, ‘Todsünden’ is a musical spectacle beyond compare. 

FEUERSCHWANZ give their world-famous song “Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!” a folk-rock vibe with a gloomy but still uplifting atmosphere bursting into heavy riffing and drumming. Another pop-tinged rock song of legend is covered with Europe‘s “The Final Countdown”, but the album also features current highlights like “Blinding Lights”, Ed Sheeran’s “I See Fire” and “Ding” by Seed featuring Ad Infinitum’s Melissa Bonny.

Punk rock tracks like “The Bad Touch” by the glorious Bloodhound Gang or tracks by German bands like “Hier kommt Alex” by Die Toten Hosen or “Der Graf” by Die Ärzte – a track that FEUERSCHWANZ honor with their very own trademark by telling ancient tales in their own fabulous way.

Similar treatment is given to “Engel” by German legends Rammstein, as FEUERSCHWANZ pick up the story and dress it in their own folkloristic gloomy sound, while in its new version, former European summer hit “Dragoesta Din Tei” throws the listener directly into a wild Viking party, releasing medieval power that will have them out of their seat in no time.

In honor of the metal scene, FEUERSCHWANZ present their very own version of Amon Amarth’s “Twilight of the Thunder God” but give it a new spin by turning it into a medieval hymn with 80s rock vibes. Other famous tracks include covers of Ghost’s “Square Hammer”, a turn at Powerwolf‘s “Amen and Attack” pumped with chanting violins, Sabaton’s “Gott Mit Uns”, and the all-time classic “Warriors of the World” by the one and only Manowar, which they present together with honorable guests Angus McSix, Saltatio Mortis and Melissa Bonny.

‘Todsünden’ Track List:

‘Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!” (ABBA Cover)

“Twilight of the Thunder God” (Amon Amarth Cover)

“The Bad Touch” (Bloodhound Gang Cover)

 “Limit” (Deichkind Cover)

 “Der Graf” (Die Ärzte Cover)

“Hier Kommt Alex” (Die Toten Hosen Cover)

“I See Fire” (Ed Sheeran Cover)

“Square Hammer” (Ghost Cover)

“Warriors of the World United” (Manowar Cover)

 “Dragostea Din Tei” (O-Zone Cover)

 “Amen & Attack” (Powerwolf Cover)

“Engel” (Rammstein Cover)

“Gott Mit Uns” (Sabaton Cover)

“Ding” (Seeed Cover)

“Blinding Lights” (The Weeknd Cover)

“The Final Countdown” (Europe Cover)

‘Todsünden’ will be available in the following formats:

Metallic Deluxe Box incl Amulet (metal with bottle opener function, diameter: 8 cm), 8 coasters, calendar (Napalm Records EU Store)

1-CD Jewel Case incl 20 page booklet

Music Cassette White (Napalm Records EU Store)

Digital Album

The new tracks “Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!” and “The Final Countdown” will be available in the following formats:

2-Track Maxi CD Slim Case (Napalm Records EU Store)

7″ Picture Single (Napalm Records EU Store)

Digital Album

Experience FEUERSCHWANZ live on the Memento Mori headline tour 2022:

Memento Mori Tour 2023

w/ Warkings

12.04.23 AT – Linz / Posthof

13.04.23 AT – Vienna / Szene

14.04.23 AT – Graz / Dom am Berg

15.04.23 DE – Munich / Backstage

20.04.23 DE – Frankfurt / Batschkapp

21.04.23 DE – Saarbrucken / Garage

22.04.23 DE – Stuttgart / Im Wizemann

27.04.23 DE – Hamburg / Markthalle Zusatztermin

28.04.23 DE – Hamburg / Markthalle sold out

29.04.23 DE – Oberhausen / Turbinenhalle

30.04.23 DE – Nuremberg / Löwensaal

05.05.23 DE – Leipzig / Felsenkeller

06.05.23 DE – Berlin / Huxleys

11.05.23 DE – Bremen / Aladin

12.05.23 DE – Hanover / Capitol

13.05.23 DE – Cologne / Carlswerk Victoria

FEUERSCHWANZ are:

Johanna – violin, hurdy-gurdy

Hauptmann – vocals, guitar

Hodi – flutes, bagpipes, guitars, vocals

Hans – guitar

Jarne – bass

Rollo – drums

Musch Musch – dance & performance

Myu – dance & performance

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