Hathors

Behind every radiant and smiling face, there is often a hidden, melancholy side that is not confided in everyone. People can experience the euphoric highs of life and also fall into the deepest abysses. In an era where social media dominates and most users only show off their happy moments, it can be easy to get the impression that we are the only ones going through hard times. But crying is a cathartic experience that helps us process the difficult. Toxic positivity, heartbreak, body shaming, depression, self-doubt, anxiety, climate catastrophe, wars and the ambivalent nature of love - these are the themes explored on Hathors' new album. After the last tear has been shed, laughter and happiness are allowed to return. It can be an immense relief to share your worries with someone you know. Because if you are constantly looking backwards, you will miss out on the opportunities and wonders that lie ahead.

Life is like a rollercoaster, and this is exactly what the music of the Winterthur band reflects. Marc Bouffé on guitar and vocals, Sarah Zaugg on bass and Dominique Destraz on drums unite a variety of genres within rock music and can best be categorized in the vicinity of The Pixies, Madrugada and The Wipers. Art plays a central role, which is repeatedly revealed in the band's artwork, photographs and videos. Hathors' noise rock, enriched with a hint of pop, shifts from quiet to loud tones and triggers a spectrum of emotions - from cheerfulness to sadness. This reflects the turbulent times with various line-up changes that the band has gone through in recent years. This alt-rock rollercoaster with its intense noise appeal is aptly titled "When the Sun is Out / When Skies Are Grey".

Hathors have toured the UK, Germany, the Netherlands, France, Luxembourg, the US, Serbia and Switzerland and have been consistently active since 2011 with four albums released, international radio airplay and TV appearances. With their fifth album, the Swiss power trio continues their journey and will most likely stop in a city near you.

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