Hartmann

Hartmann is an AOR and hard rock band known for their contemporary take on 1980s-influenced melodic rock and hard rock styles. The group has released three studio albums through independent and specialty rock labels, establishing themselves within the European AOR and classic rock revival scene.

The band's debut album, Hands On The Wheel, was released in 2018 on the British independent label Escape Music, which specializes in melodic hard rock and AOR releases. This release introduced Hartmann's sound to audiences and helped establish their presence in the melodic rock community. In 2020, they released their second album, 3, through Pride and Joy Records, demonstrating the band's continued activity and evolution in their musical approach.

Hartmann returned to Escape Music for their third album, Twenty Times Colder, released in 2025. The band's catalog reflects a consistent commitment to the AOR and hard rock genre, appealing to listeners who favor melody-driven compositions within the hard rock framework. Their association with specialized rock labels rather than major commercial outlets underscores their position within the dedicated independent rock community, where such acts maintain loyal followings among genre enthusiasts.