Waterproof Music

It’s almost hard to believe that “Play Our Songs” is Waterproof’s “debut” CD, given that they’re veterans of the german music scene, performing as touring band for many internationally known german based acts such Haddaway, Mousse T and Joana Zimmer, as well as being one of Germany’s most active cover bands. After 10 years of lending their talent to other artists, it’s now their turn in the spotlight.

Normally, bands are defined by their lead singers, in that they are the focus of attention in the eyes of the audience. Waterproof is different; the Aschaffenburg, Germany-based band has no lead singer, at least as a permanent member. Instead, they rely on a number of nationally and internationally known performers to take over lead vocal duties, as well as the vocal skills of lead guitarist Jan Stürmer.

Rotating singers is not the only unusual aspect of Waterproof, however. Although drummer Mario Garruccio, bassist Holger “Zorno” Kalenda, keyboard player Andreas Hillesheim and guitarist Jan Stürmer have played together as Waterproof since 2000, “Play Our Songs” is their first recorded CD containing original material.

The music on “Play Our Songs” is as diverse as Waterproof’s resumé, ranging from driving, groove oriented pop-rock tracks to sensual ballads; songs like the powerful “Devil’s Groove”, written and performed by Tiffany Kirkland (vocalist for Sarah Connor, Michael Bublé), the acoustic soul ballad “Da” performed by Faiz Mangat (member of the “Popstars Germany” winners BroSis), the infectious “Where You Belong” performed by Tertia Botha (member of the “Popstars Germany” winners PreLuders), and the soulful “Feel” performed by Charles Simmons (one of Germany’s best known live performers and session singers).

After years of being in the background, Waterproof is ready to take their place front and center on the national - and international - music stage.