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Sideburn is a rock band hailing from the town of Basel, Switzerland. Consisting of Roland Pierrehumbert on vocals, guitarist Cedric Bron and drummer Lionel Blanc, the band has been delivering hard-hitting, riff-heavy rock since their formation in 1997. The band’s name is a tribute to their love of hard rock and classic rock music, with the name “sideburn” being a nod to the iconic style of facial hair worn by rock legends like Elvis Presley and Jimi Hendrix. Sideburn’s sound is heavily influenced by classic rock bands like AC/DC and Kiss, and it’s a sound that they’ve managed to refine and perfect over the years. To date, the band has released seven studio albums, with their latest release “#Eight” dropping in 2020. One of the standout features of Sideburn’s music is the band’s incredible energy and upbeat spirit. Tracks like “Electric” and “Black” are bursting with powerful riffs and driving rhythms, while songs like “Never Again” and “I’m a Disaster” showcase the band’s mastery of memorable hooks and catchy choruses. But Sideburn isn’t just a band that’s content to simply rock out – their lyrics are also thoughtful and introspective, exploring themes of loss, heartbreak, and the often-difficult path to self-discovery. Songs like “Two Faced” and “Out of Control” are powerful reminders of the importance of standing up for oneself and refusing to be held back by the limitations that life can throw our way. In addition to their recorded output, Sideburn is also an incredibly dynamic live act. The band’s live shows are legendary for their high-energy performances and the strong connection that the band creates with their audience. It’s this combination of catchy hooks, powerful riffs, and engaging lyrics that has helped to make Sideburn one of the most enduring and beloved rock bands of their generation. Decades after their formation, they continue to deliver the kind of hard-hitting, no-nonsense rock that fans have come to love and expect from them. In a time where rock music seems to be fading away, Sideburn shows that the genre is still alive and well, and that there are still plenty of artists out there who are dedicated to keeping it alive for generations to come.