The song “Freischwimmer”, composed by German singer Garlev Meyer, will be used as the official soundtrack for the 2024 NASCAR GP Germany at Oschersleben.
NASCAR Whelen Euro Series will have an official soundtrack that will be used throughout the 2024 NASCAR GP Germany.
The rock hymn “Freischwimmer” will be played at Motorsport Arena Oschersleben thanks to the contribution of German singer and songwriter Garlev Meyer, who joins the series as its official music partner for the Germany event.
“For the NASCAR Whelen Euro Series event in Oschersleben, Germany, the EuroNASCAR Management Group has appointed German singer and songwriter Garlev to provide the official soundtrack of the NASCAR GP Germany,” announced EuroNASCAR on 9 September 2024.
“The Berlin resident has created a rock hymn called “Freischwimmer” that will be used in the official communications of Europe’s official NASCAR series. Garlev is an avid racing fan and wants to combine the emotions of his songs with the pure racing of EuroNASCAR.”
Garlev was introduced to EuroNASCAR during the NASCAR Oval GP at Raceway Venray, where he was invited by 3F Racing as a special guest to the sole oval race in the 2024 season.
Garlev was immediately impressed by EuroNASCAR’s spectacle and soon worked on a collaboration with NASCAR and Team FJ to compose Freischwimmer for the upcoming round at his home country.
“For me, NASCAR is first and foremost a sport that’s a team sport,” said Garlev in the official announcement. “This means that different people work towards a common goal and support each other.”
“The way I got to know NASCAR, the connection between the participants is very close and there is an emotional bond, similar to that in music. The openness in EuroNASCAR, especially towards the fans, is very high compared to other sports. I find that particularly nice!”
“I want to provide people with emotions and hope with my music, especially in those times. I want to convey the message: ‘You can do anything, don’t let setbacks get you down and never give up!’ That is certainly also a strong connection to NASCAR.”
“In the meantime, close friendships have also developed over time with and with different drivers, team members. So it’s always a pleasure to come to the track. Emotionality and passion – all of this can be found in NASCAR and also in my songs.”
“It’s this “all-in mentality” that’s similar to when a driver gets into his car. That’s why it’s the perfect match.”
Freischwimmer will be released to the public on 20 September, the day where drivers took to the track for the start of the NASCAR GP Germany weekend.
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Last Updated: 21 December 2024