DOSENBIER & BAGGERSEE

They are loud, provocative, and full of raw energy. The Butcher Sisters kicked off 2025 with great momentum with "The White Album,” and their hearty crossover mix of metal, hip-hop, and electronics made a direct leap to number 11 on the German album charts. The brutal hits from TBS create a party atmosphere without end at their wild live shows.

2024 was a fantastic year for the sexy hop baristas of The Butcher Sisters. Following a sold-out headliner tour with the Samurai Pizza Cats, they celebrated performances at renowned festivals such as Full Force, Summerbreeze, and Reload. And the year 2025 was perfectly ushered in with the release of their third full-length album, “The White Album.” The Butcher Sisters are a German crossover band known for their unique blend of metal, hip-hop, and electronic elements. Founded in 2011, they quickly made a name for themselves in the German music scene by combining hard guitar riffs, aggressive rap parts, and catchy beats into compelling tracks. The band stands out from the crowd with their creative style and rebellious attitude, enjoying cult status in the crossover scene. Their energetic shows and the sometimes totally nonsensical, sometimes critical and provocative lyrics attract a steadily growing fanbase and invite wild celebrations at concerts. The live party motto is also reflected in the title “Dosenbier”: Sip, sip, sip - full as a bucket! Sip, sip, sip - no one stays sober today! When asked about the upcoming concerts, the Butcher Sisters break into pure euphoria: Stroppo, TikTok star and TBS frontman, says: “Cool.” MC Alex Bechtel adds: “I'm excited too.” And guitarists Manuel and David confirm: “Great.” This could be a lot of fun!

Doors: 19:00

IT’S CHUBBY TIME AGAIN

His 2024 tour had to be postponed due to a serious back surgery, but in May 2025 Popa Chubby is returning to Switzerland in top form. The legendary blues rock giant from the Bronx presents his current album “Live At G. Bluey´s Juke Joint NYC” with his top-notch Beast Band.

For over three decades, Popa Chubby has successfully rocked the blues. His powerful yet virtuosic guitar playing, brilliant songwriting, and especially his innovative style make him a unique representative of his craft. Popa Chubby’s music has been shaped by the influences of his hometown, New York City, blending blues with rock, rap, and soul. With his razor-sharp, biting guitar and phenomenal songwriting skills, Popa Chubby artistically connects the roots of blues with modern urban elements. The current album “Live At G. Bluey´s Juke Joint NYC” was recorded by Ted Horowitz, as the musician is known by his real name, on October 24 and 25, 2022, in Long Island City, New York. Popa Chubby (guitar and vocals) is supported by his Beast Band, which consists of bassist Mike Merritt (Conan O’Brien, Billy Gibbons), keyboardist Mike Dimeo (Johnny Winter, Tommy James), and drummer Stefano Giudici. “This record is a reunion in several ways,” said Popa Chubby. “There’s the reunion with my long-time partner, the exceptional bassist Mike Merritt. Then there are the recordings in the studio of my old sound engineer Glen Forrest, who ensured a great sound during my first performances in the legendary Manhattan blues club Manny’s Car Wash in the early '90s,” Horowitz recounts. “The icing on the cake was Mike Dimeo on keyboards. Then there's the centurion Stefano Giudici on drums - and there you have the finest heavy blues rock. This album is a live best-of document for eternity!” On the 2025 tour, Chubby will present his current album and celebrate the wide range of his repertoire on European stages together with the fantastic Beast Band.

Doors: 19:00

Unfortunately, the event has been canceled.

UNBRIDLED BLUES-ROCK ENERGY

It doesn't take many words to describe the music of Eric Sardinas. His captivating blend of blues, rock, and southern attitude is characterized by its high technical level and intricately crafted songwriting. Nevertheless, it is above all a overarching term that perfectly describes the US musician: energy!

Eric Sardinas is a master of his craft, thrilling audiences with his fascinating guitar skills and his raw, stirring vocals. Nine years after the release of the album "Boomerang," he impressively continues his artistic journey with the 2023 work "Midnight Junction." Sardinas remains true to the blues-rock roots that have earned him a global following. Those who experience the exhilarating atmosphere of the current record will once again be captivated by his pure vitality. "Stylistically, I haven't fundamentally changed anything compared to the last album," he explains, "but the expression of our songs, the energy has unmistakably become even more intense. That was exactly our declared goal when we went into the studio." And this incredibly energy radiates from the musician from Fort Lauderdale in the Sunshine State of Florida even on stage. Like hardly any other musician, Sardinas makes his Dobro guitar an extension of his arm, a reflection of his soul, and a tool for his artistic visions during concerts. Whether with delicate fingerpicking, sturdy chords, or slide parts initiated by a bottleneck, the unique sound of his favorite instrument always comes across. Honest, heartfelt, and with fiery passion, Eric Sardinas serves his musical statements with proven fighting spirit and redefines the Deep Southern Blues with the finesse of a true master. The audio magazine writes about the artist: "Eric Sardinas is not only a skilled fingerpicker and slide player – he transports his dark twelve-bar blues with authenticity and heartfelt passion."

Admission: 7:00 PM

RUE METAL AND LAUGH ATTACKS

In 2026, a high-profile Motocultor package will again tour European clubs and halls. This time, headlining are the Italian parody metal masters Nanowar of Steel. Get ready for a hefty dose of true metal laugh attacks. On the "Motocultor Across Europe" tour, Nanowar of Steel will share the stage with the Mongolian folk metal sensation Uuhai, the Croatian modern metallers Cold Snap, the melodic/prog metal band Defecto from Denmark, and the French prog-symphonic-power-metal duo Lady Ahnabel.

NANOWAR OF STEEL:
The Italians last rocked the Z7 in February 2025 as co-headliners with Dynazty and now return as the leaders of the "Motocultor Tour 2026." With their live album "XX Years of Steel," they celebrate 20 years of humorous metal. The repertoire combines classics like "Norwegian Reggaeton" and "Valhalleluja" with new songs like "HelloWorld.java," showcasing their musical development. Nanowar of Steel guarantees an energy-packed show with a lot of wit and strong melodies.

UUHAI:
Uuhai combine metal with Mongolian folk sounds, throat singing, and traditional instruments to create a unique live experience. In 2023, they played in front of around 200,000 fans at festivals like Bloodstock and Motocultor. In 2024, they continued their success with another European tour and an appearance at Hellfest. Their captivating stage presence makes them recognized ambassadors of Mongolian culture in the international folk metal scene.

Doors: 6:00 PM

ROCK AND ROLL CELEBRATION

The English formation Letz Zep pays tribute to the greatest rock band of all time. And they do so with overwhelming success. "Better than a Led Zeppelin reunion," judged the English magazine Kerrang after a performance by the tribute band Letz Zep in London. Even the original members are impressed by the charisma of their clones. In January 2026, the authentic Led Zeppelin revival show of the world will return to Pratteln.

Robert Plant was "Dazed and Confused" when he saw the group Letz Zep and their singer Billy Kulke for the first time on stage in a club. "I walked in, I saw me," describes the rock legend this magical moment. But Kulke not only looks like he could be Plant's twin brother, he also comes astonishingly close to the original vocally. There are many bands that aspire to their old heroes, but few manage to meet the musical requirements or even set their own accents. The Britons Letz Zep belong to that vanishingly small minority that combines originality with authenticity. Led Zeppelin themselves tip their hats to their successors and invite them to official fan events - when Kulke and Co. are not just playing their headlining gigs somewhere in the world. Whether in the sold-out Paris Olympia or the Heineken Arena Madrid, at festivals in Mexico and Venezuela. The group has long become as much of a global phenomenon as their idols. Their record label Warner Music calls Letz Zep the best band in the spirit of Page and Plant, media such as Rolling Stone, Classic Rock, or the French Figaro dedicate multi-page features to them, and the BBC broadcasts recordings of their shows. Letz Zep covers the entire catalog of Led Zeppelin and continually expands their repertoire with additional musical gems. Their performance provides a comprehensive impression of the work of the rock icons and delights newcomers just as much as scene veterans. Now the four Englishmen again set out to honor continental Europe with their more than two-hour concerts and provide a reunion with timeless classics of rock history.

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Entry: 7:00 PM

HEIDENFEST 2026: HUMPA, TROLLS & PIRATES

After we were able to celebrate the resurrection of Paganfest in January 2025, the legendary Heidenfest will also be revived in January 2026. Fans of Humppa, folk, or pirate metal and unrestrained drinking horn revelries will be well catered for here. The high-profile Heidenfest tour 2026 features five top-class bands: Korpiklaani, Finntroll, Heidevolk, Trollfest, and The Dread Crew Of Oddwood. Guaranteed fun for the heathens!

Korpiklaani:
The Finnish Humppa-metal kings Korpiklaani last celebrated a wild party at the Z7 as Very Special Guests of In Extremo at the end of 2024. Now they return as headliners of the newly revived Heidenfest to our hall to ignite a massive Humppa-metal fireworks display with their unique sound and transform our rock temple into a beer-soaked den once more. “Rankarumpu” is the current work from 2024. The twelfth studio album by Korpiklaani is classic folk metal, fast, energetic, dynamic, and shows once again that the Finns are absolutely leading in this genre. “Rankarumpu” offers a perfect mix of old-school uptempo catchiness, brilliant folk elements from Olli Vänskä (violin) and Sami Perttula (accordion), Jonne Järvelä's flawless hooks and lyrics, leading to a consistently refreshing feel—with songs about sauna visits, the blue sky, the snow-covered fields of Finland, and the band itself in the title track. Metal Hammer writes about it: “With this song, the Scandinavians outdo themselves: first-class instrumentation, captivating chorus, and the certainty that no foot stays still, no glass remains full, and no forehead stays dry.” Singer Jonne comments: “’Runkarumpu’ perfectly summarizes what this band stands for: we want to have fun together with our audience. This number will get even the greatest movement dyslexics dancing!”

Finntroll:
The Finnish folk metal icons Finntroll must not be missed at the comeback of Heidenfest. They bring their unique mix of black metal and Humppa to Heidenfest 2026. Imagine dark metal riffs clashing with cheerful folk music. The result is a party you won't forget anytime soon. Finntroll are true masters at integrating traditional instruments like accordion and flutes into their heavy metal sounds, creating a sound that is both epic and joyful. Although they come from Finland, they mostly sing in Swedish—a tribute to the Swedish-speaking minority in Finland. Their lyrics are inspired by Finnish and Scandinavian mythology and tell stories of trolls, nature spirits, and other mystical beings. Their band name and visual concept revolve around the troll motif from Scandinavian folklore. Finntroll have been shaking up the metal scene since 1997 and are considered pioneers of folk metal who have shaped the genre and inspired many other bands. Look forward to a joyous troll party full of energy, fun, and magic. Let the Trollhammaren Fall!

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Doors open: 5:00 PM

SYMPHONIC BOARDING HOOKS & EPIC BATTLE ANTHEMS

The "Pirates & Kings Tour 2026" brings Visions Of Atlantis and the Warkings back to Pratteln as co-headliners. Both bands are releasing new albums in July 2025: The Warkings present the studio work "Armageddon" and Visions of Atlantis are launching the concert double album "Armada Live Over Europe." On this joint tour, the two bands celebrate their new releases and take us on adventurous journeys through epic battles and exciting rides across the seven seas.

Doors open: 6:00 PM

TWIN GUITAR HEROES

They have long become a staple at Z7: the legendary Wishbone Ash once again graces our hall to celebrate their unmatched twin-guitar sound that has influenced countless musicians worldwide. The tireless bandleader Andy Powell has been traveling the globe with his band for 56 years to present timeless Wishbone Ash classics live to fans.

He has not lost any of his charisma and energy on stage. Singer and guitarist Andy Powell has been the last remaining original member of Wishbone Ash since its founding in 1969. Stagnation is a foreign word for him. With his band, Powell has released 23 studio albums to date, along with around 30 live albums. It's no wonder, as the band has always been in a league of its own on stage. This has not changed even five and a half decades after the band's founding. The musicians still cover about 30,000 miles each year to perform for their fans around the world. Over the decades, the band has experimented with various musical styles, from folk, blues, and jazz to pedal-to-the-metal rock and electronics. But regardless of the style - Wishbone Ash's trademark remains the unmistakable sound of the two lead guitars that have influenced bands like Thin Lizzy, Judas Priest, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Iron Maiden, or Opeth, to name just a few. There is probably no other formation that has made more of the twin-guitar concept than Wishbone Ash. Today, Powell and Mark Abrahams, who joined the band in 2017, are responsible for the distinctive guitar sound. Bassist Bob Skeat, who has been with the group for 28 years, forms a tight rhythm section with drummer Mike Truscott (since 2022). After all these years on the road, the quartet shows absolutely no signs of wear and confidently bridges the gap between tried-and-true band classics and more current material in their live shows.

Doors: 7:00 PM

DYMYTRY PARADOX: NEW NAME – OLD FIRE

Dymytry becomes Dymytry Paradox. The Prague psy-core giants Dymytry are back on the international stage in 2026. To clear up any confusion and avoid possible mix-ups, the band will now tour outside of the Czech Republic under the label Dymytry Paradox. New name, new songs – old fire and even more energy!

“Let’s take Dymytry Paradox to new heights. New music is coming. This is just the beginning.” So declared Dymytry in April 2025 the restart of their international career. “It’s the beginning of a new, even louder chapter, the rise of something unstoppable,” the musicians agree. “In recent years we lived in two different realities, we were a band with two voices. One sang in Czech and one in English. This duality often caused confusion, chaos, and unrest.” But that’s now over. The band will now only operate internationally as Dymytry Paradox. “Same band. New clarity. The Czech version continues as Dymytry just as before. Internationally, we are on the road as Dymytry Paradox to play for the rest of the world.” At home, the band has already achieved a lot, having played well over 1000 concerts and thrilled the metalcore fans of the country with several albums in the Czech language. In 2022, the first English-speaking album “Revolt” was released, and the musicians set off to make an impression internationally. After performances as the opening act for Lordi and Hämatom, Dymytry stood as headliners on the Z7 stage in March 2024 with their second English album “Five Angry Men” for the first time. Almost two years later, they return under the banner of Dymytry Paradox with brand new songs to Pratteln. With explosive choruses, melodic bridges, punchy yet groovy riff attacks, and a fine mix of rough and harmonious vocals, the psy-core troupe will once again impress their fans in Pratteln. “We are looking forward to being back on stage in one of our favorite venues. At the last show, we celebrated and enjoyed every single moment. Now we are counting the days until we see you all again. Louder, bigger, and with even more energy.”

Doors open: 18:00 Uhr

MAGICAL PROG MOMENTS

The band Lifesigns, founded in 2008, has boldly written "Independent Modern Prog and Classic Rock" on their banner. Here, the finest prog meets jazz elements, classic rock, and pop influences. Presented at the highest level. Before the band departs in 2026 for the renowned prog cruise "Cruise To The Edge" heading to the Caribbean, they will be touring Europe for a few dates. Lifesigns brings with them the songs from their three previous studio albums and new tracks from their fourth opus, which is set to be released before the tour.

Lifesigns is the project of John Young. He is the lead singer, keyboardist, composes, writes the lyrics, and has full control over the distribution of his music. To perfectly realize his compositions in the studio and on stage, he gathers some of the most skilled colleagues in the scene around him. Although Lifesigns has only released three studio albums and two live albums since their founding and concerts on the European mainland are rather rare, the band's demanding, lyrical, and dynamic progressive rock has won many friends over the years. With three quite different but equally outstanding studio albums, the band has raised the bar to a very high level. As betreutesproggen.de wrote about the 2017 album: "Overall, 'Cardington' is convincing, as the album offers a small firework of melodies that somehow frolics between neo prog, AOR, and adult pop, lingering in the ear. For fans of complex progressive rock, it may be too simply structured, but for simple pop/rock, it is too cleverly composed and arranged." With the third album "Altitude" (2021), the band continued their magical blend of prog dynamics and strong melody. Stone-Prog.de stated: "'Altitude' has become a great album. It is touching, lyrical, diverse, and progressive." Progcharts.com wrote: "Particularly noteworthy is the addition of Dave Bainbridge on lead guitar. His guitar work is highlighted very well on this album, especially on 'Last One Home.' You know the goosebumps you get when you hear Gilmour play the crescendo of 'Comfortably Numb'..." The final conclusion was: "If you don't know Lifesigns yet, you should change that immediately."

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Entry: 19:00 Uhr

COMEDY-METAL IN THE FRENCH WAY

Ultra Vomit is one of the most successful metal bands in France. In spring 2026, the parody masters from Nantes are coming for a show in German-speaking Switzerland. With their top-ten album "Ultra Vomit et le Pouvoir de la Puissance," the French once again cross the border and present their millions of streamed songs for the first time here in Z7.

Ultra Vomit can do it all! Behind the parodic metal group are four musicians who masterfully understand how to incorporate the characteristic sound features of successful bands from rock, pop, and metal into their own songs, and they adorn them with absurd lyrics. Bands like Rammstein, AC/DC, Sabaton, Dimmu Borgir, and Motörhead receive their share, just like the French pop icon Mylène Farmer or global star Michael Jackson. Ultra Vomit undoubtedly ranks among the most successful metal bands in France: Their third album "Panzer Surprise" was awarded gold in 2017, has generated over 50 million streams worldwide and far more than 30 million YouTube views, and enabled the band to headline the prestigious Hellfest and the French "Le Gros 4" tour in 2022 – referring to the legendary "Big 4" concerts with Metallica, Megadeth, Slayer, and Anthrax. Even President Macron welcomed the quartet in the garden of the Élysée Palace for a heart-wrenching grindcore reprise of the French lullaby "Une Souris Verte." Ultra Vomit has managed to elevate their antics from amateur status to a professional level. After the resounding success of "Panzer Surprise," fans had to wait seven long years for a successor. In 2024, Ultra Vomit returned with the powerful opus "Le Pouvoir de la Puissance," their fourth album in the 25 years of their existence. According to the band, it contains "16 hits and one crappy song, huge riffs, and the massive sound of producer Fred Duquesne (Mass Hysteria)" and climbed to number 6 on the French album charts. If our French teacher had played the songs of Ultra Vomit in school, I would have probably learned the language of our western neighbors with ease. Check out the great clips, internalize the lyrics from the latest album, and make a pilgrimage to our metal temple to be there when Ultra Vomit performs in Z7 for the first time in their career.

Doors open: 7:00 PM

The Criminal Dinner ‘Sherlock Holmes and the Poisoned Maultäschlesoup‘ – a delicious multi-course menu in a stylish setting surrounded by an exciting criminal case at PARK Lange Erlen in Basel.

‘Sherlock Holmes and the Poisoned Maultäschlesoup‘

Yes, you read that right, the famous master detective Sherlock Holmes and yours truly, Dr. Watson, have found themselves in the Swabian land. Admittedly, not entirely voluntarily. However, our genius could not refuse the invitation of an old acquaintance, Baroness von Zuckerberg, to a gala dinner once again. So here we are dining in the adjoining room of the restaurant, where you will enjoy a delicious 3-course menu this evening.

While fleeing from his dining companion, the endlessly chatting baroness, the detective narrowly misses the supposed murder of the hostess's husband, Baron von Zuckerberg.

Well, his health condition wasn’t the best. But to suddenly fall face-first into the Maultäschlesoup is not the refined English way to die, even in Swabia. However, for Sherlock Holmes, the thus far deadeningly boring evening is saved.

A crime is afoot, an exceedingly tricky case moreover, because the investigation results seemingly exclude any influence of poison. The questioning of witnesses, the forensic doctor, and some of the dinner guests makes several innocent little lambs in the room appear suspicious.
Eager and in good spirits, the famous detective revs up his little gray cells. “Swabian cunning” is already taking hold, but no false builder leads the master astray so quickly. For him, the solution to the case soon becomes clear. As always, however, he keeps us in the dark a little while longer before the murderer is virtuously apprehended.

You may also soon have the solution at the ready, as you will have a word to say this evening too.

The 3-course menu will be served by the gastro team at PARK Lange Erlen. The crime dinner kicks off at 7 PM, promising thrills for the nerves and the palate. Doors open at 6:30 PM.

Entry: 6:30 PM / Menu and theater performance are included in the price / Table and seating are assigned on site.

JOHN CORABI: NEW ALBUM – NEW BAND

Singer and guitarist John Corabi signed a deal with Frontiers Records in September 2025. In collaboration with his good friend Marti Frederiksen (songwriter/producer for Aerosmith, Buckcherry, Ozzy, and others), he has written songs for a solo album, which he will present, accompanied by his new live band, in spring 2026 on the "European Shuffle Tour".

On February 12, 2026, John Corabi will kick off his "European Shuffle Tour" in Belfast. Ten days later, he will come to us in Pratteln. Recently still on the road with the Dead Daisies, Corabi will this time honor us with his own band and a brand new album at Z7. John Corabi was the best singer in the history of Mötley Crüe, delivered acclaimed albums with Union or The Scream, and recently toured the world with The Dead Daisies. On Monday, September 15, he dropped a new bomb on his social media: "Going on a 'SOLO TOUR' with a FULL BAND!!!! To promote a NEW RECORD!!!!". Just a few days earlier, Corabi had signed a new contract with the Italian rock label Frontiers Records. The record label proudly announced: Through his unforgettable work with Mötley Crüe, The Dead Daisies, Union, and The Scream, John has secured his place as one of the most powerful voices in rock. Now he is ready to open a brand new chapter with us. Together with producer/songwriter Marti Frederiksen, John is creating an organic, 60s and 70s-inspired album. After that, he will go on tour with a killer solo band, which includes his son Ian Corabi on drums and some longtime friends. John says: "I am very grateful to Frontiers Records for the opportunity to offer you new music. I have written and recorded new songs with my good buddy Marti Frederiksen here in Nashville, and I can't wait to share them with you."

PS: Fans of the Dead Daisies can sit back and relax. When announcing the new solo activities on John's Facebook page, the question immediately arose as to whether he was still a member of the Dead Daisies. Corabi responded briefly and clearly: "Yes!".

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Doors open: 19:00

Admission: 7:00 PM

The Kriminal Dinner 'And you’re out' – this is a delicious multi-course menu set in a stylish ambiance surrounded by an exciting criminal case, taking place at the Zunfthaus zur Schmiden in Zurich.

You find yourself in the ballroom of the exquisite wellness hotel "Pachisi". The gala dinner is ready, and the kitchen already smells delicious. After an exhausting afternoon of yoga, you really deserve your dinner! Or did you prefer to exhaust yourself with archery or in water aerobics? Whichever group you were in - now you meet together for a feast and the exclusive presentation of the new board game "And you’re out" - the game author will be present personally! Much to the chagrin of yoga icon Eva Endlich, who would have preferred to send her guests to bed early. After all, "Yoga at sunrise" is on the agenda for tomorrow. But what was announced as a fun game night turns into bitter seriousness: A corpse hangs dead over the garden fence - with an arrow in the chest. A competition of the rival sports groups? Or a perfidious version of "The Game of Life"? Roll the dice! It’s nothing less than about the truth and the necessity to identify the perpetrator(s)!

The multi-course menu will be served by the gastro team at the Zunfthaus zur Schmiden, which will guarantee thrills for nerves and the palate. Admission is at 6:30 PM - the event starts at 7:00 PM.

Admission: 6:30 PM / Multi-course menu and theater piece are included in the price / Table and seating will be assigned on-site.

The criminal dinner ‘And you're out’ – this is a delicious multi-course menu in a stylish atmosphere surrounded by an exciting criminal case, which will take place at the Hotel Restaurant Weisses Kreuz in Brienz.

You find yourself in the ballroom of the exquisite wellness hotel "Pachisi". The gala dinner is ready, and the kitchen already smells delightful. After an exhausting afternoon of yoga, you truly deserve your dinner! Or did you prefer to have fun with archery or in water aerobics? Whichever group you were in - now you come together for a festive feast and the exclusive presentation of the new board game "And you're out" - the game designer will be present! Much to the dismay of yoga icon Eva Endlich, who would have preferred to send her guests to bed early. After all, "Yoga at Sunrise" is on the agenda for tomorrow. But what was announced as a lighthearted game night takes a much darker turn: A corpse hangs lifeless over the garden fence - with an arrow in its chest. A competition between competing sports groups? Or a twisted version of the "Game of Life"? Roll the dice! It’s a matter of nothing less than the truth and the necessity to identify the perpetrator(s)!

The multi-course menu will be served by the gastro team at the Hotel Restaurant Weisses Kreuz, guaranteeing thrills for both nerves and palate. Admission is at 6:30 PM - the event starts at 7:00 PM.

Admission: 6:30 PM / Multi-course menu and theater piece are included in the price / Table and seating will be assigned on-site.

The Kriminal Dinner ‘Und raus bist du’ – this is a delicious multi-course menu in a stylish ambiance framed by an exciting criminal case, taking place at the tropical restaurant Florida in Studen, Biel.

You find yourself in the ballroom of the exquisite wellness hotel "Pachisi." The gala dinner is ready, and the kitchen already smells delightful. After an exhausting afternoon of yoga, you really deserve your dinner! Or did you prefer to exert yourself with archery or water aerobics? Whatever group you were in - now you come together for a festive feast and the exclusive presentation of the new board game “Und raus bist Du” - the game author will be present! Much to the dismay of the yoga icon Eva Endlich, who would have preferred to send her guests to bed early. After all, “Yoga at Sunrise” is scheduled for tomorrow. But what was announced as a funny game night turns into serious business: A corpse hangs dead over the garden fence - with an arrow in the chest. A competition between the rival sports groups? Or a perfidious version of the “Game of Life”? Roll the dice! It's about nothing less than the truth and the necessity to identify the perpetrator(s)!

The multi-course menu will be served by the gastro team of the tropical restaurant Florida, which will guarantee thrills for both nerves and palate. Doors open at 4:30 PM - the event starts at 5:00 PM.

Entry: 4:30 PM / Multi-course menu and theatrical performance are included in the price / Table and seating arrangements will be assigned on-site.

TRUE METAL WARRIORS

Wikinger style and Nordic mythology shape the appearance and music of the Swedish power metal band Brothers of Metal through and through. The epic songs are characterized by catchy melodies, powerful choirs, and fat guitar riffs. With breathtaking stories and energetic performances, Brothers of Metal regularly take their fans into a fantastic world of battles and legends.

In Sweden, the cult around the eight-member collective Brothers of Metal was already brewing in 2012 when the band was founded as a pure fun project to breathe new life into True Metal. And since the self-released debut "Prophecies Of Ragnarök" was spread worldwide with the full power of their new partner AFM Records in November 2018, the international metal community has been captivated by the eight-member metal monster from Falun. In 2020, they conquered the charts in Sweden, Germany, Austria, and Switzerland with their second longplayer “Emblas Saga.” In 2024, the third installment followed: “Fimbulvinter.”
Brothers of Metal are a phenomenon in the international scene. Their catchy yet powerful songs and martial outfits, including archaic weapons, pay homage to both Heavy Metal and the Nordic gods. Their first two albums have earned the Swedish band an excellent reputation, and with the current longplayer, Brothers of Metal have taken the next step: “Fimbulvinter” showcases all the strengths of the band while also incorporating some significant new elements. “The base sound is still there, but we have also evolved as songwriters, allowing the songs to have more depth and breadth than before,” emphasizes singer Mats Nilsson. “We are still covering the same themes as before but have also ventured into new territories and explored new stories. We always try to have songs on every album that resonate with all of us. The result is that our anthems are very multi-layered and unite different metal genres. We love that.” The songs on “Fimbulvinter” are blessed with plenty of hit potential and offer a nearly perfect mix of traditional metal, Viking/Pagan, and power metal. The harsh vocals of Joakim Lindbäck Eriksson and his female counterpart Ylva Eriksson take center stage, accompanied by the barbaric choirs of their bandmates. Here, Manowar meets Alestorm, with a touch of Powerwolf and Sabaton. The band itself calls their extremely catchy mix True Metal and comments: “Wimps and posers, beware. Here comes the true metal. Whether you are tiny and fragile or big like a giant, weak or brave in your soul. Whether your spirit is bright and nimble or dark as night, do not fear, for together we will conquer everything. Together we fight, together we rise, we ride into battle and into the night!”

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Doors open: 19:00 Uhr

The Swabian Criminal Dinner ‘Sherlock Holmes and the Poisoned Maultäschlesoup‘ – a delicious multi-course menu in a stylish atmosphere framed by an exciting criminal case at the Hotel Restaurant Alpenblick in Weggis.

‘Sherlock Holmes and the Poisoned Maultäschlesoup‘

Yes, you read that right, the famous master detective Sherlock Holmes and yours truly, Dr. Watson, have found themselves in the Swabian region. Admittedly not entirely voluntarily. However, our genius could not decline the invitation of an old acquaintance, Baroness von Zuckerberg, to a gala dinner once again. So here we are dining in the adjacent room of the restaurant, where you will enjoy a delicious 3-course menu that evening.

While escaping from his talkative table neighbor, the endlessly chattering Swabian baroness, the detective narrowly misses the presumed murder of the hostess's husband, Baron von Zuckerberg.

Well, his health condition wasn’t the best. But suddenly falling face-first into the Maultäschlesoup is also not the polite English way to die, even in Swabia. However, for Sherlock Holmes, the previously deadly boring evening is saved.

A dialect crime story is on the agenda, an extremely tricky case moreover, as the investigation results seemingly rule out any influence of poison. The questioning of witnesses, the forensic pathologist, and some of the dinner guests makes several innocent lambs in the room appear suspicious. Eagerly and in high spirits, the famous detective turns his little gray cells. "Swabian cunning" is already spreading, but no false builder will quickly lead the master astray. For him, the solution of the case soon becomes clear. As always, however, he keeps us in the dark for a while before the murderer is virtuously apprehended.

You might soon have the solution at hand as well, since you too have a say that evening.

The 3-course menu will be served by the gastro team at Hotel Restaurant Alpenblick. The Crime Dinner starts at 5 PM, guaranteeing thrills for nerves and palate. Entry is at 4:30 PM.

Entry: 4:30 PM / Menu and play are included in the price / Table and seating will be assigned on site.

THE RETURN OF PROGRESSIVE POETRY

The French formation Lazuli is one of the most fascinating phenomena in the European prog rock scene. With their unique blend of progressive rock, chanson, folk, and world music, the five musicians create a sound cosmos that is both mystical and powerful. On their upcoming tour, they will present their new album "Être et ne plus être" – and once again prove that musical magic cannot be confined to boxes.

Anyone who has experienced Lazuli live has fallen under their musical spell. Their sound combines lyrical melodies, robust percussion, and finely crafted sound textures into a captivating whole, where the boundaries between progressive rock, world music, and French chanson blur. The result is a poetic, powerful, and deeply emotional sound language that defies categorization – comparisons like "King Crimson meets Peter Gabriel" are too simplistic to capture the creative diversity of this extraordinary band. An essential part of their magic lies in the instrumentation: alongside marimba and vibraphone, which are rarely found on rock stages, it is primarily the "Leode" – a unique string instrument developed by the band themselves, of which there is only one in the world – that provides an unmistakable tone. This mix of craftsmanship and innovation expands the spectrum of prog rock into entirely new sound dimensions, where organic warmth flows together with futuristic sounds. Their new album "Être et ne plus être" ("To Be and Not to Be"), which will be released on January 30, 2026, is the artistic centerpiece of the upcoming tour. In the best Lazuli tradition, it is more than just a collection of songs – it is a journey through light and darkness, doubt and euphoria, a musical reflection of life itself. The band describes the creative process as a chaos of emotions and inspiration from which twelve pieces were born – "a bit of organized noise, interrupted by sighs and silence." With this blend of depth, experimental spirit, and dedication, Lazuli has evolved from a secret tip to a fixed presence in the European prog rock scene. Their concerts captivate both audiences and critics alike, and those who engage with their music are rewarded with a unique experience – a sound journey between dream and reality, intellect and emotion.

Doors open: 19:00