Baschi Discusses New Album «Bürgin» | Radio SRF 3

Swiss musician Baschi is reshaping his public image and musical style around fatherhood, releasing a personal tenth studio album titled «Bürgin», according to a report by Céline Werdelis and Alec Handschin. The artist, who rose to fame as a 17-year-old contestant on the casting show «Music Star» in 2004, stated that his four-month-old son Lennon has become the central focus of his life, prompting him to step into the background and trade party anthems for introspective ballads.

The Evolution From Party Star to Papi

For more than two decades, the public associated the Baselbieter singer with a high-energy lifestyle. Baschi noted that an enduring public perception connects him with partying and recreational habits that no longer reflect his reality. «In the minds of people, it is deeply anchored that I am always stoned and like to have a drink. This image is no longer true,» the musician said, according to the report by Céline Werdelis and Alec Handschin. Approaching his 40th birthday in the autumn and embracing fatherhood in the spring marked the ideal juncture for a lifestyle shift. «Party I made. To be a father at 40 is for me the perfect time,» he explained.

Musical Direction of the Tenth Studio Album «Bürgin»

The transition directly influenced the composition of his latest record, «Bürgin». According to the review, the album largely discards the rough, rock-oriented sound and party tracks of his earlier career in favor of vulnerable, quieter storytelling. Baschi acknowledged that the spritzy, energetic side of his music appears only selectively on the new release. Listeners will not find a stadium anthem akin to his past hit «Bring en hei». Instead, the track «Chnote» features string arrangements by the Nuevo Orchestra from Aargau, while the ballad «Bi dir» includes a feature with Valais singer Stefanie Heinzmann.

Behind the Scenes of the New Record

Reflecting on his career longevity, Baschi admits to persistent stage fright prior to performances, despite more than twenty years in the industry. He attributes his outspoken nature and tendency to talk at length to underlying insecurities. «I am a gut person and very loyal,» Baschi said, describing how unfiltered remarks have occasionally surprised him when reading them in print the next day. This straightforward honesty remains central to his connection with fans who have followed him since his sixth-place finish in the 2004 «Music Star» broadcast.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Baschi’s album «Bürgin» released?

The album details and interviews surrounding «Bürgin» were published in August 2026, coinciding with Baschi approaching his 40th birthday and celebrating four months of fatherhood with his son Lennon.

What musical collaborations are featured on «Bürgin»?

According to the album review, «Bürgin» features string players from the Nuevo Orchestra from Aargau on the track «Chnote» and a vocal collaboration with Valais singer Stefanie Heinzmann on the ballad «Bi dir».

How does the new album differ from Baschi’s older music?

Unlike his earlier, high-energy rock songs and party anthems, «Bürgin» offers a quieter, more personal, and reflective sound inspired by his new role as a father.