CORDOBA78

In the artist's words:

Cordoba: More than just a band name

While one nation suffered an almost insurmountable trauma, an entire generation on the other side of the border fed off what had happened. "I'm going crazy", shouted the commentator when Austria knocked Germany out of the cup at the 1978 World Cup in Argentina, but were eliminated themselves in the process. The city of Cordoba, or rather the newcomer band Cordoba78, lies in the midst of these emotional states.

From pain to jumping in the air: that's how multi-faceted Cordoba78 sounds

The five from Vorarlberg/Austria actually have nothing to do with soccer. But the association couldn't be more apt, as they sing about topics that tempt us to leap into the air and conjure up pain in us, only to immediately banish it with lyrics and melodies. While the velvety-soft voice invites us to be sentimental, the instrumentals break the neck of any upcoming schmaltz and constantly invite us to believe in the great miracle.

No more genre pigeonholing: Cordoba78 combines indie, funk, rock and soul

Like the last drink in a smoky bar, a cocktail of (indie) funk, rock and soul with lemon slices of pop music and jazz. The sound of the times and pop culture certainly resonates. Lyrical, perhaps youthful, even naive, an emotionally charged body of work.

Things have been going uphill since their debut: first records and shows

In their debut year 2024, the five released two records and played shows across Austria. Their debut EP "Schnulzen" won them two Vorarlberg music prizes, the Sound@V Awards. A summer of shows, including as evening headliners at the FAQ Festival. In November '24, the Vorarlbergers release their second studio EP "Anfang - Mitte - Zwanzig", which once again paints the band's colorful musical picture. But the Cordoba wind blows with them and delights us with its melody, something familiar between Abbey Road & Music for Dreamers.

Frequently asked questions about Cordoba78

Which artists sound similar to Cordoba78?

If you like driving, German-language indie and celebrate acts like Bilderbuch, you'll love Cordoba78. The mix of indie, funk, soul and a touch of jazz has that unmistakable groove that immediately feels right - but with its very own Austrian character.

What is the best situation to listen to Cordoba78?

Over your last drink in a smoky bar, on a long car journey just before sunset or simply at home when you really want to let yourself fall into feelings. Cordoba78 works as a soundtrack for moments when you don't know exactly whether to dance or dream - and that's the beauty of it.