Shakra

17 years ago, the melodic rockers HOTWIRE, who were quite an institution in the local scene in the 90s, parted ways. HOTWIRE was founded in 1993 and they quickly gained a solid fan base in Melodic Rock circles, also through numerous shows with bands such as BONFIRE, JADED HEART or CRYSTAL BALL. In 2001 they were even on a big European tour with SHAKRA and DOMAIN. Later they went on tour with PRETTY MAIDS. In 1995, BONFIRE members Claus Lessmann and Hans Ziller took HOTWIRE under their wing and produced their self-titled debut album. The album 'Face Another Day' followed three years later.

2011 album from the Swiss Hard Rockers. Skansis possess that air of originality that sets them apart from the rest and it really is pleasure to the ears, the tracks seems to flow effortlessly from the start. Tracks like 'Next To Mine', 'I Want You' and 'Back From War' really do leave you begging for more. If you like bands such as Shakra and Gotthard then you will love this band.

Fifth album release from Soul Doctor for the first time in two years. The newest album from the new bandfrom Fair Warning singer Tommy Heart and guitarist Chris Lyne, offering a blistering set of classic hard rock along the lines of Thunder, Gotthard and Shakra.

Swiss hard rock band build around singer Mark Fox best known for fronting Shakra. The second album "Lucifer" can definitely reach a first place, because it is diverse, convincingly good sound with a mature voice that cannot be confused. The compositions and texts are versatile and excellently interpreted. The songs and lyrics were written by Mark Fox and recorded, produced and mixed by Dennis Ward in Karlsdorf (D). Jürgen Lusky was responsible for the mastering at the Hofa Studios in Karlsdorf. The album itself was recorded with the following musicians: Mark Fox, vocals and piano - Tom Naumann, guitar - Markus Kullmann, drums - Dennis Ward, organ and bass guitar - Börni Höhn, duet vocals. An outstanding album with a lot of variety and a great sound!

The self-titled debut from WOLFPAKK. The amazing melodic metal all-star project, feat.: current or former members of: Iron Maiden, Black Sabbath, Judas Priest, Whitesnake, Y.Malmsteen, Gotthard, Primal Fear, U.D.O., Quiet Riot, Crystal Ball, Mad Max, Glenn Hughes and many more.

The 4th release of the successful sampler series - once again featuring only the best Metal has to offer! From big names like MINISTRY, FEAR FACTORY and U.D.O. to promising newcomers, this release nicely gathers carefully handpicked gems from the renowned label AFM Records.