Get ready for a different kind of animal. LUNA & The Gents are back with their fifth single, “Doggy,” and this Basel-based outfit is here to deliver a track that’s all about the messy, hilarious, and heartwarming love for a four-legged friend who rules the roost.
These cats record live in the studio, no AI, no plugins, no digital nonsense—just real instruments and classic tech. And you can FEEL it. The track has a heartbeat. Matthias van Stipriaan lays down a guitar riff that’s peppered with a bluesy touch that gives it a timeless, gritty soul. Meanwhile, the rhythm of Rainer Schudel on bass and Andy Lang on drums is locked in tighter than a leash on a walk. It’s the musical equivalent of a happy, determined trot.
Then there’s the secret weapon: Yves de Groot on keys. His work adds a charming, sing-along quality that’ll have this track stuck in your head for days. But the real star of this show, as always, is Evelyne Péquignot. Her vocals are the perfect vehicle for this story—packed with character, warmth, and a knowing smile. And as the lyricist, she absolutely nails the premise: a headstrong little dog who’s convinced he’s a big, bad wolf. It’s a universally relatable tale for anyone who’s ever been owned by a pet, full of funny observations about the little challenges and sheer joy of living with a “furry chaos.”
“Doggy” is a musical portrait painted with patience, humour, and a massive dose of rock charm. It shows the vision of composer and producer Leendert van Stipriaan and the entire band’s chemistry. This is a song that makes you tap your feet, sing along, and yeah, smile every damn time. It’s a loud, proud, and utterly genuine rock track for animal lovers, neighbours with a sense of humour, and anyone who appreciates music made by humans, for humans. LUNA & The Gents have unleashed a winner.