Axel Rudi Pell

GUITAR MAGIC WITH CULT STATUS

For over three decades, Axel Rudi Pell has stood for melodic hard rock with an unmistakable signature. With his latest album, “Ghost Town”, and a well-rehearsed band, the German guitarist is coming to Z7 as part of the major 2026 tour, bringing new songs and timeless classics to Pratteln.

Axel Rudi Pell’s music needs neither lengthy explanations nor stylistic categorisation – it works instantly. Powerful guitar riffs meet catchy melodies, carried by a perfectly harmonious band. Alongside vocalist Johnny Gioeli, former Rainbow drummer Bobby Rondinelli, bassist Volker Krawczak and keyboardist Ferdy Doernberg, he is joined by a line-up that has stood for quality and consistency for years. Despite this clear musical direction, Pell continues to surprise with new ideas and exciting details that keep his sound vibrant. The latest album, “Ghost Town”, fits seamlessly into this success story, adding eleven new songs to his impressive body of work. On the 2026 tour, he will bring them to the stage live for the first time, combining them with selected highlights from his long career – an evening for everyone who wants to experience classic hard rock at its finest.