Hard rockers CORELEONI will triumphantly conclude the year with the release of a new digital live album titled “Live at Hallenstadion Zurich” on December 19, 2025 via PERCEPTION – A Division of Reigning Phoenix Music, which can still be pre-saved on several streaming platforms: https://coreleoni.rpm.link/zurichlivePR

As an additional appetiser, the multi-national quintet – Albanian vocalist Eugent Bushpepa, GOTTHARD’s very own Leo Leoni and Jgor Gianola on guitar, Mila Merker on bass and Alex Motta on drums – have now launched its second single ‘Like It Or Not’. This track perfectly captures the group’s approach to both songwriting and live performance: CORELEONI give their all, and it’s up to the listeners whether they ‘Like It Or Not.’ But really—who can resist their hooks? No one.

Band founder Leo Leoni comments “It’s a song related to rock ‘n’ roll: Like it or not – that’s the way we are!”.

Jgor Gianola confirms: “This song seems to be born for live performances, groovy and heavy.”

Listen to ‘Like It Or Not (live)’ now, here: https://coreleoni.rpm.link/lionlivePR

Also check out the first single, ‘Sick & Tired (live)’: https://coreleoni.rpm.link/satlivePR“

Live at Hallenstadion Zurich” was recorded on July 3, 2025 at their show supporting the mighty JUDAS PRIEST and comprises 9 electrifying tracks. Including both covers of the rich GOTTHARD catalogue and tracks from “III,”CORELEONI’s first original effort which came out in early 2022, this new recording is essential rock ‘n’ roll: raw yet heavily rocking.

These history-charged 40 minutes simply had to be captured for eternity – not only for the 7,000 attending fans to relive the event but also for CORELEONI’s and hard rock fans all over the world!

Track Listing:

1. Sister Moon
2. Standing In The Light
3. Downtown
4. Like It Or Not
5. Sick & Tired
6. Mountain Mama
7. Firedance
8. She Goes Down
9. Here Comes The Heat

About CORELEONI

Founded by guitarist Leo Leoni in 2018, CORELEONI started reviving the early GOTTHARD days successfully with their album duo consisting of “The Greatest Hits – Part 1” and “II.” The band also convinced fans and critics alike with their high-energy performances all over Europe, making the five-piece write their very own material. The result titled “III” was finally released in early 2022 and saw the addition of gifted Albanian singer Eugent Bushpepato CORELEONI’s powerful line-up, which is completed by guitarist Jgor Gianola (ex-GOTTHARD, ex-U.D.O.), bass player Mila Merker and drummer Alex Motta. The group’s latest record hit the official Swiss album chart at no. 2 and thereby cemented the high demand for their captivating craft. Of course, “III” guided the quintet’s way across the continent once again while making one thing even clearer: CORELEONI are more than just a studio band and need to be experienced (a)live to understand their vision in full. So what are you waiting for? Feel the magic & enjoy their second live offering, “Live at Hallenstadion Zurich”!

CORELEONI are:
Eugent Bushpepa | vocals
Leo Leoni | guitars
Jgor Gianola | guitars
Mila Merker | bass
Alex Motta | drums

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The world is getting pale, leaves are falling, rain and fog are the only constants at the weather forecast: who wouldn’t suffer from autumn blues every now and then under these circumstances? But don’t worry as Swiss based hard rock quintet CORELEONI have come to deliver the perfect antidote for everyone.

Today, the band – GOTTHARD guitarist Leo Leoni, phenomenal singer Eugent Bushpepa, guitarist Jgor Gianola as well as the pumping rhythm section (Mila Merker on bass & Alex Motta on drums) – release ‘Sick & Tired (live),’ the first single from their brand new live album “Live at Hallenstadion Zurich.” Due out on December 12, 2025 via PERCEPTION – A Division of Reigning Phoenix Music, the digital offering can be pre-saved here: https://coreleoni.rpm.link/zurichlivePR

“This is probably the heaviest track on our latest record “III,” where the vocal parts reach some of the highest tones of the album. The crowd in Zurich pushed us to the point where we and especially Gent delivered 110% of the magic we had to give. This becomes very clear when listening to this recording,” states guitarist Jgor Gianola.

Leo Leoni adds about the original intention behind the track: “It’s a great song with a lot of energy that helps you when you’re ‘sick and tired’ of things you wanna get rid of. Then the guitar riff kicks in and the rock ‘n’ roll spirit brings back the positive vibes.”

Stream ‘Sick & Tired (live)’: https://coreleoni.rpm.link/satlivePR

“Live at Hallenstadion Zurich” was recorded on July 3, 2025 at their show supporting the mighty JUDAS PRIEST and comprises 9 electrifying tracks. Including both covers of the rich GOTTHARD catalogue and tracks from “III,”CORELEONI’s first original effort which came out in early 2022, this new recording is essential rock ‘n’ roll: raw yet heavily rocking.

These history-charged 40 minutes simply had to be captured for eternity – not only for the 7,000 attending fans to relive the event but also for CORELEONI’s and hard rock fans all over the world!

Track Listing:

1. Sister Moon
2. Standing In The Light
3. Downtown
4. Like It Or Not
5. Sick & Tired
6. Mountain Mama
7. Firedance
8. She Goes Down
9. Here Comes The Heat

About CORELEONI

Founded by guitarist Leo Leoni in 2018, CORELEONI started reviving the early GOTTHARD days successfully with their album duo consisting of “The Greatest Hits – Part 1” and “II.” The band also convinced fans and critics alike with their high-energy performances all over Europe, making the five-piece write their very own material. The result titled “III” was finally released in early 2022 and saw the addition of gifted Albanian singer Eugent Bushpepato CORELEONI’s powerful line-up, which is completed by guitarist Jgor Gianola (ex-GOTTHARD, ex-U.D.O.), bass player Mila Merker and drummer Alex Motta. The group’s latest record hit the official Swiss album chart at no. 2 and thereby cemented the high demand for their captivating craft. Of course, “III” guided the quintet’s way across the continent once again while making one thing even clearer: CORELEONI are more than just a studio band and need to be experienced (a)live to understand their vision in full. So what are you waiting for? Feel the magic & enjoy their second live offering, “Live at Hallenstadion Zurich”!

CORELEONI are:
Eugent Bushpepa | vocals
Leo Leoni | guitars
Jgor Gianola | guitars
Mila Merker | bass
Alex Motta | drums

More on CORELEONI: coreleoni.com | Facebook | Instagram | X | YouTube | Spotify | Apple Music

(photo credit: Ueli Frey)

CoreLeoni present “Sister Moon” (live version), the second single from the upcoming live album “Alive” which will be released on 27 October by Metalville Records.

With this live version of the Gotthard all-time classic, bursting with pure rock’n’roll energy, CoreLeoni presents fans with the second advance single from the band’s upcoming first live album, simply titled “Alive”. The songs for “Alive” were recorded in March 2022 as part of the “Rock Generation Tour 2022”. After three internationally acclaimed studio albums by the Swiss, “Alive” is now the icing on the cake for all those who love early Gotthard and the classic CoreLeoni sound.

“These live recordings from our first tour with Gent Bushpepa captured the real essence of Coreleoni!” Leo Leoni

“Alive” is the pure rock & roll quintessence which combines many of the early Gotthard and current CoreLeoni hits, such as “Standing in The Light”, “Firedance”, “Purple Dynamite”, “Let Life Begin Tonight” and many more.

The band delivers 100% energy and experience on stage. Singer Gent Bushpepa knows how to win over the audience with his unique personality, skills and technique, respectfully interpreting the songs we all love.

Jgor Gianola, former U.D.O and Gotthard guitarist, has turned back time to perfectly adapt to Leo and Gotthard’s unique style. He combines unforgettable memories, musical expertise and sounds that will delight both old and new fans.

Drummer Alex Motta and bassist Mila Merker complete the CoreLeoni sound with unbeatable groove and energy, keeping the band’s engine running in a powerful way.

TRACK LISTING “ALIVE” CD

01 Il Padrino
02 Higher
03 Standing In The Light
04 Downtown
05 Fist In Your Face
06 Let Life Begin Tonight
07 Purple Dynamite
08 All I Care For
09 Angel
10 Firedance
11 Mountain Mama
12 Sister Moon
13 All We Are
14 Here Comes The Heat

TOUR DATES
CoreLeoni Alive On Tour

13.01.2024 DE – Dortmund Piano
14.01.2024 NL – Zoetermeer Poppodium Boerderij
15.01.2024 DE – Übach-Palenberg Rockfabrik
17.01.2024 CH – Zürich Komplex
18.01.2024 DE – Aschaffenburg Colossaal
19.01.2024 DE – Memmingen Kaminwerk
20.01.2024 CH – Pratteln z7
22.01.2024 DE – Nürnberg Hirsch
23.01.2024 DE – Schweinfurt Stadtbahnhof
24.01.2024 CH – Langenthal Old Capital
25.01.2024 DE – Augsburg Spectrum
27.01.2024 DE – Burglengenfeld VAZ
28.01.2024 CH – Agno Temus Club

https://www.coreleoni.com/live.html

LINE UP

Eugent Bushpepa – lead vocals
Leo Leoni – guitars
Jgor Gianola – guitars
Mila Merker – bass
Alex Motta – drums

https://www.coreleoni.com/
https://www.facebook.com/coreleoni/
https://www.instagram.com/coreleoni_official/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnoTDQjpEiq71PkYnTEGKJA

(photo credit Ueli Frey)

CoreLeoni present “Standing In The Light” (live version), the first single from the upcoming live album “Alive” which will be released on 27 October by Metalville Records.

 “Standing In The Light” originally comes from the 2019 CoreLeoni success album “II” and reflects in this unique, powerful live version the pure rock & roll quintessence with which the band knows how to thrill the audience in front of the stage at their concerts. The songs on “Alive” were recorded in March 2022 as part of the “Rock Generation Tour 2022” and are the icing on the cake for all fans of the Swiss hard rock heroes.

“These live recordings from our first tour with Gent Bushpepa captured the real essence of Coreleoni!” Leo Leoni

Gotthard founder and guitarist Leo Leoni and his band colleagues present the first CoreLeoni live album to their fans. The songs on “Alive” were recorded in March 2022 as part of the “Rock Generation Tour 2022”.

“Alive” is the pure rock & roll quintessence which combines many of the early Gotthard and current CoreLeoni hits, such as “Standing in The Light”, “Firedance”, “Purple Dynamite”, “Let Life Begin Tonight” and many more.

The band delivers 100% energy and experience on stage. Singer Gent Bushpepa knows how to win over the audience with his unique personality, skills and technique, respectfully interpreting the songs we all love.

Jgor Gianola, former U.D.O and Gotthard guitarist, has turned back time to perfectly adapt to Leo and Gotthard’s unique style. He combines unforgettable memories, musical expertise and sounds that will delight both old and new fans.

Drummer Alex Motta and bassist Mila Merker complete the CoreLeoni sound with unbeatable groove and energy, keeping the band’s engine running in a powerful way.

After three internationally acclaimed studio albums, “Alive” is the icing on the cake for all those who love early Gotthard and the classic CoreLeoni sound.

TRACK LISTING “ALIVE” CD

01 Il Padrino
02 Higher
03 Standing In The Light
04 Downtown
05 Fist In Your Face
06 Let Life Begin Tonight
07 Purple Dynamite
08 All I Care For
09 Angel
10 Firedance
11 Mountain Mama
12 Sister Moon
13 All We Are
14 Here Comes The Heat

TOUR DATES
CoreLeoni Alive On Tour

13.01.2024 DE – Dortmund Piano
14.01.2024 NL – Zoetermeer Poppodium Boerderij
15.01.2024 DE – Übach-Palenberg Rockfabrik
17.01.2024 CH – Zürich Komplex
18.01.2024 DE – Aschaffenburg Colossaal
19.01.2024 DE – Memmingen Kaminwerk
20.01.2024 CH – Pratteln z7
22.01.2024 DE – Nürnberg Hirsch
23.01.2024 DE – Schweinfurt Stadtbahnhof
24.01.2024 CH – Langenthal Old Capital
25.01.2024 DE – Augsburg Spectrum
27.01.2024 DE – Burglengenfeld VAZ
28.01.2024 CH – Agno Temus Club

https://www.coreleoni.com/live.html

LINE UP

Eugent Bushpepa – lead vocals
Leo Leoni – guitars
Jgor Gianola – guitars
Mila Merker – bass
Alex Motta – drums

https://www.coreleoni.com/
https://www.facebook.com/coreleoni/
https://www.instagram.com/coreleoni_official/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnoTDQjpEiq71PkYnTEGKJA

CoreLeoni will release their new live album “Alive” on October 27th at Metalville Records. Furthermore the band has announced new tour dates for January 2024.

“These live recordings from our first tour with Gent Bushpepa captured the real essence of Coreleoni!” Leo Leoni

Gotthard founder and guitarist Leo Leoni and his band colleagues present the first CoreLeoni live album to their fans. The songs on “Alive” were recorded in March 2022 as part of the “Rock Generation Tour 2022”.

“Alive” is the pure rock & roll quintessence which combines many of the early Gotthard and current CoreLeoni hits, such as “Standing in The Light”, “Firedance”, “Purple Dynamite”, “Let Life Begin Tonight” and many more.

The band delivers 100% energy and experience on stage. Singer Gent Bushpepa knows how to win over the audience with his unique personality, skills and technique, respectfully interpreting the songs we all love.

Jgor Gianola, former U.D.O and Gotthard guitarist, has turned back time to perfectly adapt to Leo and Gotthard’s unique style. He combines unforgettable memories, musical expertise and sounds that will delight both old and new fans.

Drummer Alex Motta and bassist Mila Merker complete the CoreLeoni sound with unbeatable groove and energy, keeping the band’s engine running in a powerful way.

After three internationally acclaimed studio albums, “Alive” is the icing on the cake for all those who love early Gotthard and the classic CoreLeoni sound.

TRACK LISTING “ALIVE” CD

01 Il Padrino
02 Higher
03 Standing In The Light
04 Downtown
05 Fist In Your Face
06 Let Life Begin Tonight
07 Purple Dynamite
08 All I Care For
09 Angel
10 Firedance
11 Mountain Mama
12 Sister Moon
13 All We Are
14 Here Comes The Heat

TOUR DATES
CoreLeoni Alive On Tour

13.01.2024 DE – Dortmund Piano
14.01.2024 NL – Zoetermeer Poppodium Boerderij
15.01.2024 DE – Übach-Palenberg Rockfabrik
17.01.2024 CH – Zürich Komplex
18.01.2024 DE – Aschaffenburg Colossaal
19.01.2024 DE – Memmingen Kaminwerk
20.01.2024 CH – Pratteln z7
22.01.2024 DE – Nürnberg Hirsch
23.01.2024 DE – Schweinfurt Stadtbahnhof
24.01.2024 CH – Langenthal Old Capital
25.01.2024 DE – Augsburg Spectrum
27.01.2024 DE – Burglengenfeld VAZ
28.01.2024 CH – Agno Temus Club

https://www.coreleoni.com/live.html

LINE UP

Eugent Bushpepa – lead vocals
Leo Leoni – guitars
Jgor Gianola – guitars
Mila Merker – bass
Alex Motta – drums

More information at
https://www.coreleoni.com/
https://www.facebook.com/coreleoni/
https://www.instagram.com/coreleoni_official/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnoTDQjpEiq71PkYnTEGKJA