With the release of their brand-new video single, "In der Hand", German folk rockers Schandmaul open a significant new chapter in the band's history. It's the first song unveiled since the line-up change announced in late April, marking the musical beginning of a bold new era.
From now on, Till Herence takes the lead on vocals, guiding the long-standing folk rock band into the future with energy and familiar passion. He takes over from Thomas Lindner, who can no longer perform vocally after recovering from cancer. Lindner remains an integral part of the band, switching roles to play acoustic guitar and keyboards on stage.
"In der Hand" brings together everything Schandmaul has always stood for: stirring melodies, poetic lyrics with emotional depth, and its unmistakable sound. The track isn't just a powerful musical statement but a symbol of new beginnings. The official accompanying music video visually reinforces the song's message, standing as a tribute to courage, strength, and community.
Schandmaul on "In der Hand": "This song comes straight from the heart and captures exactly what drives us right now: we're moving forward! We're far from done - there's still so much we want to say! With renewed strength, fresh support, and a burning passion, our hearts are on fire!"
After the single's release, Schandmaul is gearing up for a thrilling 2025 festival season, highlighted by its very own Folkfield Festival on 13 September at the Amphitheater Gelsenkirchen.
Following a short live break, the band will hit the road again in December, teaming up with labelmates Subway To Sally for ten dates across the Eisheilige Nacht tour, starting 12 December in Pratteln; all dates are below. Link
* Schandmaul - Festivals 2025:
31.05.25 DE - Nörten-Hardenberg / Keilertage
08.06.25 DE - Kranichfeld / Sternenklang Festival – sold out!
13.06.25 DE - Abenberg / Feuertanz Festival
14.06.25 DE - Poyenberg / Irish Folk Open Air – sold out!
20.06.25 DE - Augsburg / Sommer am Kiez
21.06.25 DE - Merseburg / Merseburger Schlossfestspiele
25.07.25 DE - Bassum / Bassum Open Air
01.08.25 DE - Wacken / Wacken Open Air – sould out!
04.09.25 DE - St. Goarshausen, Loreley / 30 Years In Extremo Anniversary Festival
13.09.25 DE - Gelsenkirchen / Folkfield Festival
with dArtagnan, Mr. Hurley & Die Pulveraffen, Korpiklaani, Manntra, Storm Seeker and Kupfergold
* Schandmaul - Eisheilige Nacht 2025:
With Subway To Sally
12.12.25 DE - Pratteln / Konzertfabrik Z7
13.12.25 DE - Stuttgart / Im Wizemann
19.12.25 DE - Oberhausen / Turbinenhalle
20.12.25 DE - Giessen / Hessenhalle
21.12.25 DE - Dresden / Alter Schlachthof
26.12.25 DE - Braunschweig / Millenium Event Center
27.12.25 DE - Würzburg / Posthalle
28.12.25 DE - Bielefeld / Lokschuppen
29.12.25 DE - Bremen / Pier 2
30.12.25 DE - Potsdam / Waschhaus
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