Switzerland’s rock heavyweights GOTTHARD return with a brand-new single, “Smiling in the Pouring Rain”, a stripped-down, heartfelt moment led by Nic Maeder’s warm, comforting voice. The song is about finding strength in hard times and remembering that the storm always passes.
“The idea was to give it a positive vibe. Even if sometimes life could be sad, or sometimes even sadder. What you always have to keep in mind is that something good is always going to come sooner or later. So you have to keep believing in what you do, and especially in yourself. We’re trying to give a little bit of hope. That’s the idea behind this song.” — Leo Leoni
“This song is basically about life and the unexpected great things that can come out of bad times. Life can feel like a never-ending roller coaster, and this track is kind of our take on ‘Singing in the Rain’.” — Nic Maeder
“Smiling in the Pouring Rain” showcases once again GOTTHARD’s ability to craft emotionally resonant rock music that uplifts as much as it moves.
Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U4npaUzrZ2Y
Stream “Smiling in the Pouring Rain”: https://gotthard.rpm.link/smilingPR
Nic Maeder (vocals), Leo Leoni (Guitar)
Photo: Manuel Schütz
“Smiling in the Pouring Rain” will be included in GOTTHARD’s upcoming mini-album, More Stereo Crush, set for release on March 13, 2026 through RPM. Produced by Charlie Bauerfeind and Leo Leoni, mastered by Sascha “Busy” Bühren, and featuring artwork by Manuel Schütz and Thomas Ewerhard, the album continues to highlight the band’s signature mix of melodic hooks, powerful vocals, and rock-solid instrumentation.
Pre-order and pre-save More Stereo Crush: https://gotthard.rpm.link/mscPR
More Stereo Crush – Tracklist:
- Right Now
- Ride The Wave
- Liverpool [feat. Marc Storace]
- Smiling In The Pouring Rain
- Snafu
- Don’t Miss The Call
- Mayday
- Burning Bridges [Radio Edit]
See also More Stereo Crush:
“Ride The Wave“ OFFICIAL LYRIC VIDEO
https://youtu.be/OwzsiFhxeKw
“Liverpool” feat. Marc Storace OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FVUea-2J_cY
GOTTHARD live:
06.06.2026, CH, Bellinzona, Nevermind Music Fest
07.06.2026, CZ, Plzen, Metalfest
03.07.2026, ES, Barcelona, Barcelona Rock Fest
05.07.2026, SWE, Knislinge, Time to Rock Festival
11.07.2026, BG, Mogilovo Village, Midalidare Rock
16.07.2026, D, Schopfheim, Sommersound
17.07.2026, A, Thüringerberg
18.07.2026, A, Innsbruck, Innsbruck Music Hall
23.07.2026, D, Tuttlingen, Honberg Sommer
24.07.2026, D, Mosbach, Rock FM Open Air
25.07.2026, D, Esslingen (Neckar), Burg Esslingen Open Air
22.08.2026, CH, Aarburg, Riverside
28.08.2026, CH, Arbon, SummerDays
29.08.2026, CH, Spiez, Seaside Festival
06.11.2026, CH, Fribourg, Bellarena
Infos & Tickets: https://www.gotthard.com/konzerte/
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About GOTTHARD
With meanwhile 17 number one albums, a Diamond Award for selling over one million units in Switzerland, and multiple platinum records, including their quadruple platinum album Homerun, GOTTHARD have an unmatched legacy of successes, rounded off by over 3.5 million units sold worldwide and more than 2,000 live performances. Their tracks like “Heaven,” a platinum single, and seven top 10 singles have cemented the band in the international music scene.
GOTTHARD are:
Nic Maeder | vocals
Leo Leoni | guitars
Freddy Scherer | guitars
Marc Lynn | bass
Flavio Mezzodi | drums
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About Reigning Phoenix Music
Founded in 2023, Reigning Phoenix Music is truly the 100% independently owned vision of music industry professional Gerardo Martinez and avionics and tech entrepreneur, Sven Bogner. The blueprint is to continue to help heavy metal, extreme and hard music thrive by partnering with an array of well-established acts, new talent, and iconic artists by offering best services and practices in the industry. RPM’s paramount goal is to help the artists amplify their music and talent to a winning formula for success.
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