On the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Stalingrad, the story behind Fur Balloon's 1999 anti-war song resonates deeply. Inspired by singer Manuel Seidl’s encounter with a former SS soldier, the song reflects on the horrors of war and its lasting scars. As echoes of global conflict persist, Fur Balloon's music condemns war and calls for peace, invoking figures like Mahatma Gandhi to inspire solutions through nonviolence and justice.

It has been ten years since Ashram released their last album, "Prison Without Walls". During the tour, band members from Europe and India performed an unforgettable show, with a main event at Spinnerei Traun. A highlight was the unreleased song, "The Chosen One", telling the tragic tale of a person burdened by destiny, descending into madness.

After years of challenges, Ashram is reigniting their musical journey with plans for a 2022 tribute album dedicated to Hermann Hesse's "Siddhartha." Despite past setbacks, the band remains committed to their vision, preparing for an India tour and navigating the complexities of copyright to bring their unique sound to life once more.