VIENNA — The Austrian musician Rob.W. is set to drop a new EP on November 30, 2026, and this time he’s stripping things back to the basics. The seven-track project, recorded live on acoustic guitar in an amphitheater, consists entirely of unreleased songs that the Vienna-based artist wrote, composed, and produced himself. For Rob.W., the release is about more than just new music — it’s an attempt to reach a broader audience while delivering what he calls “joy, happiness and depth” to listeners.
Early reactions from his radio airplay station suggest the approach is resonating. According to Rob.W., listeners have described the music as “unusual, unique and different.” One particularly memorable comment — “Unusual voice it worked for Bob Dylan, why not” — reportedly moved him to tears of joy.
Despite the acoustic format, the artist insists his sound feels contemporary, not retro. He describes it as both new and familiar, rooted in his own production style. His creative influences span decades and genres: the pop-art sensibility of Andy Warhol, the free-spirited ethos of the hippie era, and the electronic dance music that defined the 1990s and 2000s.
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This EP is just the beginning of a larger rollout. Rob.W. has confirmed that additional singles and a full album are planned over the next two years, along with streaming concerts that will feature nothing but acoustic guitar and vocals. He says he intends to keep experimenting with different sounds as he develops new material.
Born Robert Windisch on March 27 in Vienna, the artist behind Rob.W. has worn many hats in the music industry: sound engineer, international DJ, and multi-instrumentalist. He first emerged as a composer and producer in 2003, weaving guitar, violin, and keyboard into his arrangements. His catalog includes the 2016 singles “Dream with Me” and “Candyshop,” the 2020 EP “Secrets,” and unreleased tracks like “Bella and Me” and “Final Destiny.” He has been called Vienna’s best electronic DJ, and his music has appeared in film. Alongside Warhol and the hippie movement, he counts Neil Young and Brian Ferry as key inspirations. His overarching goal remains simple: to reach as many ears as possible.
Fans can visit Rob.W.’s website to watch videos, listen to music, or download select songs.
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ABOUT Rob.W.
Born in Vienna on March 27, Robert Windisch, known artistically as Rob W, has worked as a sound engineer, international DJ and multi-instrumentalist. He began stepping into the spotlight as a composer and producer in 2003, and his compositions incorporate guitar, violin and keyboard. His discography includes the 2016 singles “Dream with Me” and “Candyshop,” the 2020 EP “Secrets,” and unreleased tracks including “Bella and Me” and “Final Destiny.” His music has also been featured in film, and his influences include Andy Warhol, the hippie era, Neil Young and Brian Ferry.
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Why it matters: In an era dominated by polished, overproduced pop, Rob.W.’s decision to release a fully acoustic, self-produced EP signals a return to raw, intimate storytelling. It also underscores a growing trend among electronic and multi-genre artists to reconnect with live, stripped-down performance as a way to build genuine audience connection.
