FEUERSCHWANZ Reveals Cover of The Weeknd’s “Blinding Lights”, cut from Newly Announced Covers Album, out December 30

New Official Video for Cover of The Weeknd’s

“Blinding Lights” Out Now

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A sinful new covers album by FEUERSCHWANZ!

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, FERUSCHWANZdo 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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Genre exploration and loads of fun aside, amidst it all, FEUERSCHWANZ clearly showcase their musical skills and development, convincing with ultra-elaborate sound.

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. 

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This exciting ride starts off with a cover of Swedish pop legends ABBA.

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' 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

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

OHP Releases BRUTAL Metal Cover of THE WEEKND Hit Single, "Blinding Lights"!

Israel born and LA based heavy rock artist OHP (OREN HALMUT) has revealed his blistering cover of THE WEEKND massive, 2019 hit single, "Blinding Lights." Shot, produced, directed and edited by the artist, "Blinding Lights" is just the starting point as the enigmatic artist reinterprets and reimagines major pop hit singles.

Oren started his musical endeavor at the young age of nine in Tel-Aviv Israel. After playing and recording with numerous artists in his home town, he relocated to California in early 2000. Since then, he has been a prominent musical figure in Los Angeles, across the west coast and the nation. He owns H2O studios in North Hollywood, where he works as a producer, drummer and guitar player depending on the needs of each individual project. In 2016 oren started the “ohp metal” channel on youtube which features weekly metal covers of popular songs ranging from pop ,country, hip hop and RnB .The channel has gained over 10000 subscribers and growing weekly.

Oren currently lives in Los Angeles and is endorsed by Vater drumsticks, Dean Markley Guitar Strings and Moody guitar straps.

Saint Asonia Cover The Weeknd's "Blinding Lights" — LISTEN

Hard rock band Saint Asonia, featuring former Three Days Grace frontman Adam Gontier and Staind guitarist/founding member Mike Mushok, have dropped a new song and it's totally unexpected yet makes complete sense. The band has shared its cover of The Weeknd's "Blinding Lights." Listen to Saint Asonia put their thoroughly unique spin on the hit song below.

It's like a mashup of both artist's sounds and it finds Saint Asonia fearlessly trying new things, while putting their distinct stamp on the track, making it their own.

"It's always interesting deciding on a song to cover," muses Gontier about how the band arrived at the decision to cover an R&B/pop artist. "In this case, I just wanted to do something that people wouldn't necessarily expect. I mean, any way you look at it, 'Blinding Lights' is a GREAT song. It was fun to give it our flavor, and add our style to it. Also, both we and The Weeknd are Canadian, specifically from the Toronto area, so that made it even sweeter. We're all pumped with how it turned out. It hits hard."

Saint Asonia, who released their sophomore effort Flawed Design on Spinefarm Records in 2019, continue to work on new music, set to arrive in 2022.