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With two albums and three EPs released so far, CHIEFLAND is one of the figureheads of the German emo and alternative landscape. Founded in 2015, all members of the band come from different cities: Leipzig, Hamburg, Halle and Göttingen – sometimes more than four hours apart. This makes CHIEFLAND an exciting project that proves that the Band also works at a distance. The tour with ACRES (UK) through Europe in the fall of 2023 showed that CHIEFLAND are successfully going their own way despite the distance.

Since the pandemic and several member changes, CHIEFLAND have gradually moved away from the melodic hardcore of their debut “Wildflowers” (2019) and found a new niche in the mix of emo, alternative and post hardcore. The shoegaze influence in some of the more recent songs is also unmistakable. Looking at the songwriting and production, the quartet could easily pass for a US band. The impressive response to their latest single “Know That I’m Alive” (stream), which generated over 100,000 streams within just a few months – purely organically and without a label – shows that the sound resonates with overseas listeners.

CHIEFLAND have played a good 150 shows so far, some of them as support for BEING AS AN OCEAN, ACRES or HOLDING ABSENCE. The band’s biggest show to date was in front of 800 people at “Das Fest” in Karlsruhe.

“What’s it like to always be the person who has to take the blows? That one person who always gets hit really hard? ‘Blame’ is exactly about that feeling. The song is a reminder to make yourself a priority and stand up for yourself,” comments singer Christopher Hiller.

CHIEFLAND have brought Alan Day (FOUR YEAR STRONG) on board to produce the songs. The US musician put the finishing touches to the upcoming EP and contributed valuable ideas. The connection across the Atlantic is also strengthened by a feature: Christine Goodwyne from POOL KIDS, an up-and-coming emo math rock band from Florida, can be heard on the song “Bad Move”. The band also invited Jay Kucera (SKYWALKER, BITTER SEASON), a friend from the Czech Republic, as another feature guest. He enriches the track “Silent Decay” with his unmistakable vocals. CHIEFLAND are looking forward to presenting their latest work to the public in November on their biggest headlining tour to date.

Welcome to Sentiment Valley Tour 2024

22.11.24: Braunschweig, B58

23.11.24: Leipzig, Noel’s Ballroom

24.11.24: Berlin, Cassiopeia

29.11.24: Hamburg, Indra

30.11.24: Oberhausen, Druckluft

Emily Marsden – Editor
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September 20, 2024 will see German rock upstarters Bird’s View release their much-awaited, sophomore studio album “House of Commando” via Drakkar Entertainment. Mastered by Howie Weinberg (Nirvana, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Smashing Pumpkins & many more).

“Vienna describes the curse and the blessing of being available and connected all the time.” The band reveals. “The song was written during 2 off days in Vienna between 2 support tours. It’s mainly about having to be reachable and available all the time. The 2 days in Vienna were the first time we really switched everything off completely and were able to gain distance from everything by simply ignoring everything.”

Since their much-acclaimed debut album, “Red Light Habits” (released in the Spring of 2023 via Drakkar Entertainment), their path has been shaped by an unstoppable, forward momentum. Every show is an explosive mix of sweaty rhythms, wild guitar riffage and raw movement. With an expression reminiscent of the best days of grunge, alternative rock upstarters Bird’s View sweep their audience away from the first to the last beat. After touring with acts such as Soulfly, Skid Row or Dirty Honey, it’s no wonder why they have been labelled as “one of the best young rock bands in Germany”,

Bird’s View’s sound is a wild fusion of driving rhythms, razor-sharp guitar riffs and catchy hooks. Being in their early twenties, the young band quickly developed its own explosive sound that combines the authenticity of punk with the melody of alternative rock. Since their formation in 2019 by founding member Niko Huber – son of Nik Huber, owner of world re-known boutique company Nik Huber Guitars , their course and goal has been clear: Straight forward! Balancing between Queens of the Stone Age, Soundgarden and Refused, Bird’s View fire their songs into the captivated crowd. With their youthful energy and fast pace, Bird’s View not only inspire a new generation of rock fans, but will also awe the old school heart. They are the voice of a generation longing for real, unadulterated music.

Emily Marsden – Editor
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