Urban Poet Capturing the Zeitgeist

Silvio Brunner, performing as Stereo Luchs since 2007, is a keen observer. The Zurich musician stands out with his profound lyrics and tracks, which are influenced by current hip-hop and dancehall trends. He narrates urban realities and human emotions, striking a chord with his music that resonates with the times.
Stereo Luchs debuted with the album Style Generator (2007), created together with Zurich reggae artist Phenomden. Since then, Brunner, born in Wiedikon in 1981, has continuously developed his music and his voice. While his early work clearly referenced rap and reggae, Brunner has progressively transcended genre boundaries. Albums like Lince (2017) and his eponymous Stereo Luchs (2021) reveal an artist who blends current trends like grime and trap with deeply personal lyrics. His 2017 track “Ziitreis” stands among the most original and memorable Swiss-German songs of recent years. Collaborations with artists like rapper/singer Soukey and with Pronto (winner of a 2023 Swiss Special Prize for Music) cement Stereo Luchs’ status as an inspiration for a diverse audience. His work with German production team Kitschkrieg and rapper Trettmann has also attracted international attention. Since 2012, Brunner has run his own label, Pegel Pegel.
In 2025, Stereo Luchs is working intensively and in seclusion on his fourth album, slated for release in 2026. Simultaneously, he is preparing a new live show, marking his return to the stage in December 2025 after a two-year performance hiatus.