Our Love

The song "Our Love" by Krokus from their 1984 album The Blitz carries a raw, emotional edge that resonates with fans of hard rock. In a 2008 interview, frontman Marc Storace described the track as a reflection of turbulent relationships, capturing the push-and-pull dynamic of passion and conflict. The music video, directed by Marty Callner, amplifies this narrative, showing Storace entangled in a stormy romance that unfolds alongside the band’s performance. The video’s uncensored version, available on platforms like Lyrics.com, includes edgier scenes that were trimmed for mainstream broadcasts, adding to its cult status among Zoo Freaks.

Behind the scenes, "Our Love" emerged during a turbulent period for Krokus. The band faced internal strife after bassist/keyboardist Chris von Rohr was fired in 1983 for exposing the band’s rock’n’roll excesses in a Swiss newspaper article. This shakeup led to The Blitz being recorded as a quartet, with Mark Kohler switching to bass and Andy Tanas joining for the tour. Fans on Krokus’s Instagram often share throwback posts about the album’s glam-rock shift, with some calling "Our Love" a standout for its gritty honesty. A lesser-known tidbit: the song’s driving rhythm was inspired by the band’s love for classic American rock, a nod to their influences like Aerosmith.

Krokus began in Solothurn, Switzerland, in 1975, founded by Chris von Rohr and guitarist Tommy Kiefer. Initially a progressive rock outfit, the band leaned into hard rock after Marc Storace joined as frontman in 1980 for their breakout album Metal Rendez-vous. Von Rohr, originally the drummer, took on vocals and keyboards before Storace’s arrival solidified their sound. The band’s name, inspired by the crocus flower spotted by von Rohr during a train ride, reflects their Swiss roots with “rok” embedded in the middle, as noted on their official website. Their early years were marked by relentless touring, building a loyal fanbase in Europe and later North America.

By the early 1980s, Krokus achieved international success with albums like Headhunter and The Blitz, earning gold and platinum certifications. Their fist-pumping anthems and covers like “Ballroom Blitz” connected with audiences, as seen in fan discussions on the Krokus Fan Club Facebook group. Despite lineup changes and challenges like the rise of grunge, Krokus persisted, releasing albums into the 2010s before their farewell tour in 2021. Fans continue to celebrate their legacy on platforms like X and fan sites such as Krokus Online.

Stay connected with Krokus through their official website, Facebook, Instagram, and X. For deeper dives, check out the Krokus Fan Club on Facebook or explore fan-curated content at Krokus Online, where Zoo Freaks keep the band’s spirit alive.