After setting the tone with ‘It Takes Two To Tango,’ ‘Time To Listen’ and ‘Hellbreaker,’ DIRKSCHNEIDER & THE OLD GANG (DATOG) unveil their most heartfelt release yet: ‘Strangers In Paradise.’
‘Strangers In Paradise’ is a true goosebump-inducing rock ballad that gets under your skin - an extraordinary song in every respect. Manuela’s soulful voice opens the track as she accompanies her own vocals on piano, with a haunting beauty, before Peter joins in with a longing and emotional vocal delivery. The song then rises into a powerful chorus where Udo sings more clearly, deeply, and emphatically than ever before - a true vocal highlight for all fans. Mathias’ virtuoso guitar solo in flamenco style adds a stunning twist before leading into the grand finale, complete with the signature DATOG harmonic choruses. ‘Strangers In Paradise’ is not only a standout track on the upcoming album “Babylon,” but is also a love letter to life’s journey itself. Even in moments of doubt about the future, it reminds us that being alive is a miracle and is worth every struggle.
Watch the video: https://youtu.be/U7j_th2jf_g
Listen to ‘Strangers In Paradise’: https://datog.rpm.link/strangers
Anything but strangers to the rock and metal world, Udo Dirkschneider, Peter Baltes, Stefan Kaufmann, Mathias Dieth, Sven Dirkschneider and Manuela Bibert deliver a tight, dynamic, and passionately crafted performance throughout the album “Babylon,” that was superbly captured within the walls of the legendary Dierks Studios.
Set for release on October 3, 2025 via Reigning Phoenix Music, “Babylon” is now available for pre-order in a variety of stunning formats:
- Limited Red, Gold & Black Marbled Gatefold Double Vinyl
- Limited Red Opaque & Black Marbled Gatefold Double Vinyl
- Gold Opaque Double Vinyl
- Deluxe Earbook Edition with CD and enhanced 36-page booklet
- Digipak CD featuring a 24-page booklet
- Jewelcase CD featuring a 24-page booklet
Pre-orders are available now - secure your copy of this powerful statement from one of metal’s most iconic voices and this extraordinary band: https://datog.rpm.link/babylon
