Züri West is one of the most prominent rock bands to emerge from Bern, Switzerland, and a significant force in the German-speaking music world. Formed in 1984, the band’s name is a playful nod to the American Wild West, juxtaposed with Zürich, one of Switzerland's main cities, yet they actually hail from the nation's capital, Bern. The ensemble is known for its dialect rock, performing songs in the Bernese German dialect, which endeared them to a vast audience within the region and allowed them to serve as a cultural bridge.

Through a career spanning decades, Züri West has etched its name into the annals of Swiss rock music with an extensive catalog that resonates with a sense of locality and grounded storytelling. They have repeatedly earned critical acclaim for their ability to capture the zeitgeist and the intricacies of everyday life through sharp, often poetically-crafted lyrics set against a backdrop of engaging melodies. Albums like “HomeRekords,” “Haubi Songs,” and “Aloha from Züri West” showcase the band's evolution and staying power, resonating with long-standing fans and continually attracting new listeners. Their music, which has ranged from rock to pop elements, remains a celebratory anchoring point for Swiss-German culture within the dynamic landscape of European music.

Genres

Mundart

Swiss Alternative Rock

Swiss Rock

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Latest Release

Loch dür Zyt

Züri West

Album - 13 Tracks - Released December 8, 2023