- BAND

It all started back in 2014: two friends – Patrik Haussener (drums) and Richard Robatel (guitar) – simply wanted to make music together, learn their instruments, and have fun. A year later, things grew bigger. Joel Hayoz picked up the bass, Erwin Jüni grabbed the mic – and suddenly we were four childhood friends creating our very own sound.
In 2016 we hit the stage for the very first time at “Weschte”. Back then, under the spontaneous name Honey Bunny and the Freedom Fighters, we played covers of Nirvana and Rage Against the Machine. Soon after, we found our true name: Prancing Rhinos – a metaphor for raw power, unstoppable energy, and constant movement. That was the start of our own songwriting journey.
When Matthias Hosmann joined with synths and sound effects, a new electronic edge pushed our sound to another level. In 2020 we recorded our first EP Prance Hard with our friend Yves at Uncle Joe Records – NuMetal tracks packed with intensity and variety. Shortly after, Matthias had to leave due to time constraints. His creativity and the new soundscapes he added remain an important part of our DNA.
In 2022, another big change came: Erwin Jüni, our first frontman, stepped down for the same reason. With him we had taken our very first steps on stage and shared unforgettable moments – his passion and voice will always echo in our music.
But standing still was never our thing. We kept writing, and at the end of 2023 Nicolas Freiburghaus joined as a new lyricist and vocalist. Together we recorded new songs, which were later mixed and mastered at the legendary Little Creek Studio in Basel. The result: our debut album „di[e]mension“ (2025) – a mix of NuMetal, trap beats, rap, metal, and synths. Not bound by genres, but driven by energy.
After the album release show, Nicolas also had to leave, as the project demanded more time than he could give. Still, the Rhinos keep moving forward: right now we’re writing new material. Our sound keeps evolving with every new song, yet the core remains unmistakably Rhinos.
Since November 2025, we’re teaming up with Marco Hayoz as a powerful voice – bringing even more energy to the stage.
Prancing Rhinos – loud, raw, honest, and always in motion.

Bass: Joel Hayoz

Guitar: Richard Robatel

Drum: Patrik Haussener

Vocals: Marco Hayoz

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