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Hello fans of good music, here you will find tunes with atmosphere and soul, with depth and groove. Self-written songs that fascinate, captivate and carry away. Enjoy your stay on our website and let yourself be inspired by our rock music.

About Us

gimbal.lock is a music project, driven by a passion for producing self-composed, atmospheric rock songs that defy the conventions of mainstream music.

As the project gained momentum and the first demos were crafted in 2022, a cohesive group of musicians emerged, forming the foundation of a band. Furthermore, the project remains open to inviting special guests for select recordings and live performances, adding an element of surprise and variety to their artistic endeavors.

The current core band members are (left to right):


Zsolt – guitar, background vocals
Ralph – lead vocals, guitar
Tom – drums

We are enthusiastic musicians (located near Munich, Germany) who have a great love for rock music. This results in creative original compositions that reflect the whole range of the genre. gimbal.lock realizes these songs with a lot of passion, feeling and effort. Only what we like has the chance to be published. And our own bar is very high in terms of quality, versatility and variety.

New Release

‘With You’ is out now!

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Scattered Pieces - Album

Scattered Pieces - Album

With You

Fantasy

Don't waste your life!

Gloria - Album

Gloria - Album

Gloria (in excelsis Deo)

Tidings of comfort and joy

Press

04.11.2023 – music-evolution.com reviewed ‘With You’

“… Gimbal.Lock‘s “With You” is a dynamic mix of pop, rock, and punk influences, redefining traditional music boundaries. It captivates with catchy melodies and powerful guitar riffs, creating a high-energy vibe that keeps you engaged. ..…” by Victoria Harper – https://music-evolution.com

The music blog music-evolution.com wrote a review about our song ‘With You’ – Read full article here

03.11.2023 – Click Roll Boom music blog reviewed ‘With You’

“… The sound is great, really bright and vibrant with a wonderfully chiming and celebratory nature. They combine different tempos, from the slow-burning, thoughtful intro to a joyful indie crescendo, accumulating into a more distorted explosion before mellowing again and ramping back to a jangle fest to finish. It’s a great track, and sound-wise, it’s perfect …” by Amy – https://clickrollboom.co.uk

The music blog Click Roll Boom wrote a review about our song ‘With You’ – Read full article here

02.11.2023 – ChristianDance reviewed ‘With You’

“… ‘With You’ is more than a song – it’s a testament to a faithful journey. Through extraordinary musical expression, gimbal.lock extends a loving invitation for you to experience this intimate revelation and find comfort in the thought that God is with us, wherever we go..…” – https://www.christiandance.eu

The music blog ChristianDance wrote a review about our song ‘With You’ – Read full article here

28.08.2023 – Click Roll Boom music blog reviewed ‘Don’t waste your life!’

“… It’s a great retro-sounding, instant anthem with an unwavering, positive and driven message.…” by Amy – https://www.clickrollboom.co.uk

The music blog Click Roll Boom wrote a review about our song ‘Don’t waste your life!’ – Read full article here

16.08.2023 – soundsgoodwebzine music blog reviewed ‘Don’t waste your life!’

“… Con questo nuovo brano, i gimbal.lock, dimostrano di sapersi muovere nel loro ambiente Alt. Punk Rock , troppo spesso navigato da proposte banali e scontate , mentre in questo caso siamo di fronte ad una proposta, attenta a non trascurare nessun dettaglio per proporre una traccia che vince e convince. .…” https://www.soundsgoodwebzine.com

The music blog soundsgoodwebzine wrote a review about our song ‘Don’t waste your life!’ – Read full article here

15.08.2023 – En Tijuana Hay Rock music blog reviewed ‘Don’t waste your life!’

“… Esta canción, que destila melodía y energía, ha captado la atención por su producción impecable y su mensaje claro y contundente. Aunque se enmarca en cierta parte de su estructura género del hard rock, su atractivo es amplio y llega a diversos públicos .…”  https://entijuanarevista.wixsite.com/somosentjhayrock

The music blog En Tijuana Hay Rock wrote a review about our song ‘Don’t waste your life!’ – Read full article here

29.05.2023 – Interview with Marc Schuster of the Abomination blog

We talked about fantasy, the struggle of today’s society, gimbal locks and our musical plans for the future.

Full interview >here<

10.04.2023 – Click Roll Boom music blog reviewed ‘Fantasy’

“… ‘Fantasy’ is an effortless foot tapper that takes the listener on a journey through their imagination, washing over with a sense of calm and heartwarming positivity. No matter how serious life gets, we all need to take a moment out to embrace our fantasies and live in our alternate dreamworld once in a while.…” by Amy – https://www.clickrollboom.co.uk

The music blog Click Roll Boom wrote a review about our debut song ‘Fantasy’ – Read full article here

01.04.2023 – Fresh New Track #25 – eclecticmusiclover music blog covered ‘Fantasy’

“… For me, the musical highlight of the song is its enchanting Middle Eastern flavor, thanks to the use of exotic instruments like the buzuq, a long-necked Arabic fretted lute, and the santoor, a trapezoid-shaped Indian hammered dulcimer. “Fantasy” is a promising debut from gimbal.lock, and I’m eager to hear more music from them! …” by Jeff Archuleta – eclecticmusiclover.com

Fresh New Track #25 of the music blog http://eclecticmusiclover.com by Jeff Archuleta choosed to write some words about us and our debut song ‘Fantasy’ – Read full article here

01.04.2023 – Indie Music News Worldwide blog covered ‘Fantasy’

“…Part of what sets “Fantasy” apart is an uncommon Arabic underpinning in the composition which will appeal to anyone who’s gotten tired of the same old, same old American rock standards…” by Sean McCauley – IndieMusicNewsWorldwide

We’re thrilled to share that our song ‘Fantasy’ has been covered by the music blog Indie Music News Worldwide! It’s an honor to be featured on their platform and we’re grateful for the support. – Read full article here

“Scattered Pieces” is an atmospheric rock album that incorporates elements from various rock genres, such as soft rock, progressive rock, hard rock, folk rock, and acoustic rock, creating a diverse collection of self-composed songs. The album experiments with various instruments and effects, including violas, bouzouki, santoor, piano, and synths, in addition to classic rock instruments like drums, bass guitar, electric guitar, and acoustic guitar. This diversity creates a captivating musical landscape.

The album cover features a stained glass artwork that reflects the diversity of the songs within, much like colorful glass pieces held together by a delicate frame. Each track is a unique expression of artistry and emotion.

“Scattered Pieces” invites you to immerse yourself in its atmospheric rock atmosphere. Each song explores its own theme and mood, taking listeners on a dynamic sonic journey. While the lyrics convey positivity, the album also encourages introspection, prompting deep contemplation and reflection on life.

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by Jeff Archuleta - eclecticmusiclover.com

Read full article here

“… For me, the musical highlight of the song is its enchanting Middle Eastern flavor, thanks to the use of exotic instruments like the buzuq, a long-necked Arabic fretted lute, and the santoor, a trapezoid-shaped Indian hammered dulcimer. “Fantasy” is a promising debut from gimbal.lock, and I’m eager to hear more music from them! …”

by Sean McCauley - indiemusicnewsworldwide

Read full article here

“… Part of what sets “Fantasy” apart is an uncommon Arabic underpinning in the composition which will appeal to anyone who’s gotten tired of the same old, same old American rock standards … “

by Amy from Click Roll Boom

Read full article here

“…. ‘Fantasy’ is an effortless foot tapper that takes the listener on a journey through their imagination, washing over with a sense of calm and heartwarming positivity. No matter how serious life gets, we all need to take a moment out to embrace our fantasies and live in our alternate dreamworld once in a while .… “

This soft rock song leads the listener into the wonderful world of his own imagination.

Written in 2005, revistied in 2022; gimbal.lock recordings in 2022

Ralph Bayer: Vocals, Guitars, Bass, Bouzouki, Santoor, Synthesizer

Thomas Geißler: Drums

Zsolt Temes: Consulting

Guest musicians

Papa Lu: Piano

Recording and Mixing by Ralph Bayer

Mastered by Charles H. Root, III at Electric Owl Works, South Wales, NY, USA (link)

Fantasy

Music and lyrics by: Ralph Bayer – All rights reserved

Close your eyes and follow me
Yes, use your fantasy!

Imagine you can fly

Soar up into the sky

Untouched land and open sea
Infinite space to be free

You can travel very far

You can reach out for stars

Use your fantasy
And free your mind

Forget your pain

And touch the sky

You can do it your own way
No matter if it’s night or day

Just close your eyes and decree

How it has to be

If you want to get the best
Or just need a spot to rest

If you want to shout

In your fantasy all is allowed

All allowed

Use your fantasy
And free your mind

Forget your pain

And touch the sky

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By Amy from Click Roll Boom

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“… It’s a great retro-sounding, instant anthem with an unwavering, positive and driven message.… ”

En Tijuana Hay Rock music blog

Read full article here

“…  Esta canción, que destila melodía y energía, ha captado la atención por su producción impecable y su mensaje claro y contundente. Aunque se enmarca en cierta parte de su estructura género del hard rock, su atractivo es amplio y llega a diversos públicos .…”

Soundsgoodwebzine music blog

Read full article here

“… Con questo nuovo brano, i gimbal.lock, dimostrano di sapersi muovere nel loro ambiente Alt. Punk Rock , troppo spesso navigato da proposte banali e scontate , mentre in questo caso siamo di fronte ad una proposta, attenta a non trascurare nessun dettaglio per proporre una traccia che vince e convince. .…”

Time. The most precious thing we have in our lives. This rock song reminds us all not to waste it carelessly.

Written in 2006, revisited in 2022; gimbal.lock recordings in 2022/2023

Ralph Bayer: Vocals, Guitars, Bass, Drums

Thomas Geißler, Zsolt Temes: Consulting

Recording by Ralph Bayer

Mixing and Mastering by Charles H. Root, III at Electric Owl Works, South Wales, NY, USA (link)

Don’t waste your life!

Music and lyrics by: Ralph Bayer – All rights reserved

Look at the nature!
Isn’t she lovely?

Birds are singing their songs

Cats are playing in the fields

And the bees are working for their queen

We are living in such a beautiful world
Every moment is singular

But some people keep rushing from day to day

They are slowly wasting their lives

Air so pure that every breath is healthy
The sea invites us to swim.

We can lie down in the shades

Spilled over by the trees

And hear the leaves rustling in the wind

We are living in such a beautiful world
It’s time to focus on the here and now

But some people only dream of a brighter future

They are slowly wasting their lives

Don’t be a fool, please wake up!
You waste your life before you know it

Don’t be a fool, please wake up!

You waste your life before you know it

Don’t just sit around there’s so much
you can discover: This real life!

We can’t add time to our lives
So make your lives time more!

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ChristianDance music blog

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“… ‘With You’ is more than a song – it’s a testament to a faithful journey. Through extraordinary musical expression, gimbal.lock extends a loving invitation for you to experience this intimate revelation and find comfort in the thought that God is with us, wherever we go. …”

Click Roll Boom music blog

Read full article here

“… The sound is great, really bright and vibrant with a wonderfully chiming and celebratory nature. They combine different tempos, from the slow-burning, thoughtful intro to a joyful indie crescendo, accumulating into a more distorted explosion before mellowing again and ramping back to a jangle fest to finish. It’s a great track, and sound-wise, it’s perfect …”

music-evolution.com music blog

Read full article here

“… Gimbal.Lock‘s “With You” is a dynamic mix of pop, rock, and punk influences, redefining traditional music boundaries. It captivates with catchy melodies and powerful guitar riffs, creating a high-energy vibe that keeps you engaged …”

“With You” gives a very intimate insight into the songwriter’s faith.

Written in 2005, gimbal.lock recordings in 2015 and 2022

Ralph Bayer: Vocals, Guitars, Drums

Thomas Geißler, Zsolt Themes: Consulting

Guest musicians

Markus Schoormann: Bass
Volker Wassermann: Violin

Recording and Mixing by Ralph Bayer

Mastering by Charles H. Root, III at Electric Owl Works, South Wales, NY, USA (link)

With You

Music and lyrics by: Ralph Bayer – All rights reserved

With you I can talk so well
You‘re advising me with love

I know even in dark times

You guide me safely through

Today I want to say
To all people in the world

That you are the best friend

I‘ve ever had

You are my Lord
Majesty

Father of the world

Have I not commanded you?
Be strong and courageous!

Do not be terrified

Do not be discouraged 

And call upon me in the day
Of hurt and sorrow

I will hold your hand

I will support you!

For the Lord your God
Will be with you

Where ever you go

You are my Lord
Majesty

Father of the world

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gimbal.lock’s new interpretation of a traditional christmas tune.

gimbal.lock recordings and arrangement in 2022

Ralph Bayer: LD-/BG-Vocals, A-/E-Guitars, Bass, Brass, Perc.

Zsolt Temes: BG-Vocals, E-Guitars

Thomas Geißler: Drums

Guest musicians

Ulrike Essmann: BG-Vocals

Heleen Bayer: Piano

Recording and Mixing by Ralph Bayer

Mastered by Marc Felish – Dominion Mastering Studio (link)

Gloria (in excelsis Deo)

Music: Unknown (ca. 1842), Lyrics: James Chadwick (1862)

Arrangement: gimbal.lock (2022)

Angels we have heard on high
Sweetly singing o’er the plains
And the mountains in reply
Echoing their joyous strains
Gloria in excelsis Deo!
Gloria in excelsis Deo!

Come to Bethlehem and see
Christ whose birth the angels sing;
Come, adore on bended knee,
Christ the Lord, the newborn King.
Gloria in excelsis Deo!
Gloria in excelsis Deo!

See Him in a manger laid
Whom the choirs of angels praise;
Mary, Joseph, lend your aid,
While our heart in love we raise.
Gloria in excelsis Deo!
Gloria in excelsis Deo!

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gimbal.lock’s new approach on a traditional christmas tune.

gimbal.lock recordings and arrangement in 2023

Ralph Bayer: Vocals, Guitars, Bass, Orchestra, Choir

Thomas Geißler: Drums

Guest musician

Ulrike Essmann: BG-Vocals (link)

Recording and Mixing by Ralph Bayer

Drum editings (Premix): Charles H. Root, III

Mastered by Charles H. Root, III at Electric Owl Works, South Wales, NY, USA (link)

Tidings of comfort and joy

Also known as: God rest you merry, Gentlemen

Music: Unknown (documented ca. 1760)

Lyrics: First known full release William B. Sandys (1760)

Arrangement: Ralph Bayer – gimbal.lock (2023)

God rest you merry, gentlemen,
Let nothing you dismay,
For Jesus Christ our Saviour
Was born upon this day,
To save us all from Satan’s power
When we were gone astray:

O tidings of comfort and joy,
comfort and joy,
O tidings of comfort and joy.

From God our heavenly Father
A blessed angel came,
And unto certain shepherds
Brought tidings of the same,
How that in Bethlehem was born
The Son of God by name:

O tidings of comfort and joy,
comfort and joy,
O tidings of comfort and joy.

Fear not, then said the Angel,
Let nothing you affright,
This day is born a Saviour
Of virtue, pure and bright;
To free all those who trust in him
From Satans pow’r and might

O tidings of comfort and joy,
comfort and joy,
O tidings of comfort and joy.

Now to the Lord sing praises,
All you within this place,
And with true love and brotherhood
Each other now embrace;
This holy tide of Christmas
All other doth deface.

O tidings of comfort and joy,
comfort and joy,
O tidings of comfort and joy.

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