Philine Sonny – Gatekeeper

German-based indie artist Philine Sonny returns with her electrifying new single “Gatekeeper,” her first new music in nearly a year.

Serving as the first glimpse into her highly anticipated debut album Virgin Lake out April 3, 2026 via Nettwerk, the self-produced track marks a fearless step forward in Sonny’s artistry.

On “Gatekeeper,” Philine Sonny transforms raw frustration into a hypnotic, confident, and upbeat anthem of defiance. Driven by razor-sharp guitars, surging strings, and a relentless rhythm, the track calls out the subtle and blatant ways women are dismissed in the music industry—then flips the script into a fearless rallying cry of power and self-respect.

Speaking about the single, Sonny shares:

“‘Gatekeeper’ is a confident song about not feeling respected as a woman in the music industry — and most importantly, about not accepting that anymore. It’s a big middle finger to some of the men that have been to my shows and crossed boundaries in subtle or not-so-subtle ways.”

With “Gatekeeper,” Sonny reclaims her space with conviction, delivering a song that resonates far beyond her own story. It’s both personal and universal—a statement track from an artist unafraid to challenge the status quo.

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