The Gardener & The Tree

Like a stone dropped into still water, the songs of The Gardener & The Tree send ripples outwards – lingering in the minds and hearts of those who listen. The band absorb the lessons life throws at them and weave experiences, thoughts and truths into their indie-folk anthems. The line-up consists of Manuel Felder (vocals), Benjamin Lupini (keys), Vincenzo Restuccio (guitar), Oliver Meier(drums) and Philippe “Pete” Jüttner (bass). Since forming in 2012, the band has built a loyal following drawn to the emotional depth and soaring melodies of their songs. Releases such as the revolution EP (2014), 69591, LAXÅ (2018), Intervention (2021) and the silver lining EP (2024) have earned them millions of streams and sold-out shows across Europe and beyond. Highlights include “Wild Horses” with over 16 million streams and “Wonders” (with Neelix & Ghost Rider) surpassing 25 million streams.

Manuel spent several years of his childhood in Australia before moving back to Switzerland, where The Gardener & The Tree were eventually born. This experience of growing up between two worlds continues to shape the band’s sound – an international perspective rooted in emotional honesty and real human connection.

With the release of their EP SOLE (out 17.7.26), The Gardener & The Tree build on this foundation while stepping into a new era: bigger in sound, more detailed in their arrangements, and even closer to the questions and feelings that move so many of their listeners.