CORELEONI JUST DROPPED A SURPRISE
Their new album includes an unexpected digital cover.
Published: 11 Sep 26 • Author: Rock Metal Machine • Reading Time: 3 mins
Swiss hard rockers CoreLeoni unleash their heaviest album yet! Generection delivers powerful riffs, infectious melodies and Leo Leoni’s signature sound, with Gent Bushpepa returning on vocals. Celebrate release day with their exclusive digital cover of Lady Marmalade. Out now via Reigning Phoenix Music.
RELEASE DETAILS
Artist:
CoreLeoni
Album:
Generection
Release Date:
11 Sep 2026
Record Label:
Reigning Phoenix Music Pre Order:
Link Formats:
CD • Digital
PR Label:
Swiss hard rock force CoreLeoni is celebrating the release of their brand-new studio album Generection, out today via Reigning Phoenix Music. Packed with powerful riffs, infectious melodies and the unmistakable spirit that has defined the band from the start, the new record marks another strong chapter in CoreLeoni ’s journey. Adding a little extra flavour to release day, the band is also presenting their cover of the classic “Lady Marmelade,” which is available exclusively as a digital track.
“Right from the start, the openers ‘Last Goodbye’ and ‘Generation Rock’ are full-blown hard rock powerhouses and set the direction for this record. The gentlemen treat the ears to earthy, often blues-soaked rock of the heavier kind, with vocalist Gent Bushpepa delivering a fantastic performance on his second studio album with CORELEONI!”
8/10
- ROCK HARD (DE)
“First-class hard rock songs!”
8.5/10
- ROCK IT! (DE)
"It’s a predominantly riff-heavy, hard rocking affair, but big on melody quotient. To continue as a recording entity CoreLeoni had to shift away from the Gotthard influence and forge their own style at some point, I can declare that with ‘Generection’ they have well and truly succeeded!"
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Stream "Lady Marmelade" HERE!
🔥 FIREWORKS INSIGHT
Why does CoreLeoni’s latest chapter matter to hard rock fans? Leo Leoni’s connection to Swiss rock history runs deep, having helped shape Gotthard’s sound from the late ’80s onwards. CoreLeoni began as a celebration of that heritage, but Generection signals a project developing beyond nostalgia. With Gent Bushpepa returning for his second album, the band’s identity continues to evolve. The heavier material and broader songwriting input raise an intriguing question: can CoreLeoni carve out its own legacy while retaining Leoni’s unmistakable melodic warmth?
Marking the band's fourth album since its formation in 2017 and the second featuring vocalist Gent Bushpepa, Generection sees CoreLeoni returning to their roots with their heaviest and hardest-hitting record to date.
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▶ WATCH THE NEW SINGLE
Want to hear the first taste of Generection for yourself? Watch the official video below.
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Built on a foundation of unreleased tracks, the album showcases the powerhouse lineup of Alex Motta (drums), Mila Merker (bass), and Jgor Gianola (guitars), standing as unshakable pillars of the band's sound. While heavier and harder than its predecessors, Generection never sacrifices warmth or atmosphere, especially in its most intimate moments. With the entire band contributing more to the songwriting than ever before, the result aligns perfectly with Leo Leoni's unmistakable signature sound.
The analog mix is one of the defining characteristics of Generection, recreating the magic of '70s and '80s recordings while injecting a modern edge. Razor-sharp riffs, driving rhythms, and just the right touch of sweetness and dimension make this an album that opens a door to the past for younger listeners while reconnecting older rockers with their roots.
The analog mix is one of the defining characteristics of Generection
CoreLeoni
Since launching CoreLeoni in 2017, Leo Leoni has built the project into a celebrated hard rock force that bridges generations. With Gent Bushpepa once again delivering a commanding vocal performance and a band firing on all cylinders, Generection stands as a powerful statement of intent, honouring classic rock traditions while pushing confidently forward.
The Digipak CD edition also includes a bonus disc featuring the "Live At Hallenstadion" concert, recorded in Zürich, Switzerland, in July 2025 and previously available only as a digital release.
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Generection Tracklist:
Last Goodbye
Generation Rock
Howling At The Moon
Sex On The Beach
Believe
Vision
Rock'n'Roll Rebel
Don't Tell Me
I'm Afraid I'm In Love
Yearning
Lady Marmalade (Digital Album Only)
CoreLeoni is:
Leo Leoni – Guitars
Gent Bushpepa – Vocals
Jgor Gianola – Guitars
Mila Merker – Bass
Alex Motta – Drums
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great interview with CoreLeoni is in issue #116 of Fireworks Rock & Metal Magazine.
Get your copy today!
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Images courtesy of Manuel Schütz / All Noir
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