Gimme Some Lovin’

The Zoo Crew is cranking up the vibes at THE ZOO radio station, spinning "Gimme Some Lovin’" by Krokus from their 2017 covers album Big Rocks for all the Zoo Freaks out there. This track, originally by the Spencer Davis Group, got a hard rock makeover from the Swiss legends, and it’s packed with trivia that’ll get you grooving. Krokus didn’t just cover this song—they infused it with their signature AC/DC-inspired crunch, making it sound like it was born in a smoky rock club. According to bassist Chris von Rohr, the band spent months jamming around 50 classic tracks to pick the perfect ones for Big Rocks, and "Gimme Some Lovin’" made the cut because of its raw energy and personal connection to the band. Vocalist Marc Storace noted in a press release that every song on the album, including this one, holds a deep-rooted significance for the band, reflecting the music that shaped their lives as musicians.

Another cool tidbit comes from the album’s production process, as shared by von Rohr in an interview with Made in Metal. The band deliberately went for a vintage, organic sound with no studio tricks, giving their cover of "Gimme Some Lovin’" a gritty, live feel that’s perfect for a radio station like THE ZOO. Reviewers, like those at Redhardnheavy, praised how Krokus transformed the song into something that sounds unmistakably like them, with Storace’s vocals channeling the spirit of rock icons like Bon Scott. Fans on Amazon have echoed this, with one reviewer calling it a standout track that blends respect for the original with Krokus’s hard-hitting style. The song’s inclusion on Big Rocks is part of a broader homage to the band’s influences, from Led Zeppelin to The Rolling Stones, making it a perfect fit for the Zoo Crew’s eclectic, retro-loving audience.

Krokus got their start in 1975 in Solothurn, Switzerland, founded by Chris von Rohr and guitarist Tommy Kiefer, both ex-members of a band called Kaktus. As detailed on Wikipedia, they began as a progressive rock outfit, with their self-titled debut album featuring Kiefer on vocals after their original singer, Peter Richard, left. The early years were experimental, with von Rohr switching from drums to vocals and keyboards for their second album, To You All. By the late 1970s, after catching an AC/DC show, the band pivoted to a harder, AC/DC-influenced sound. The game-changer came in 1979 when Marc Storace, formerly of TEA and Eazy Money, joined as frontman. Their 1980 album Metal Rendez-vous became their first major hit, propelling them to international fame, especially in North America during the 1980s. Despite lineup changes, guitarist Fernando von Arb remained the band’s backbone, guiding them through decades of evolution.

You can keep up with Krokus through their official website and connect with them on social media via their Facebook, Instagram, and X accounts, where they’ve shared updates about their music and their planned farewell tours. Fans, or Zoo Freaks looking to dive deeper, can join the community on the Krokus Fan Club on Facebook, a group dedicated to sharing news, memories, and love for the band. Another fan hub is the Krokus Fans Worldwide page, where enthusiasts post about everything from classic albums to rare merch. These platforms are great for Zoo Freaks to swap stories and keep the Krokus spirit alive, just like the Zoo Crew does with every spin of "Gimme Some Lovin’."