Lyricist Robert Eidevik has proven himself through several Hjerteslag albums as a distinctive and drivingly skilled lyricist. He has a very good eye for young longing, romance and desire, without it ever becoming banal or tacky. With precision and originality, he often points towards something universally valid that can resonate with listeners of all ages. On […]
"Waterworks" is a piece with nerve and energy, which springs from a clear and distinct idea. It sounds transparent and has a clarity that is both exciting and risky. Ore challenges the ensemble and demands a lot from it. This will become part of the string quartet canon. The work maintains a sky-high level, in that it […]
The double album "The Road Is Just a Surface" stems from a theater piece created in collaboration with choreographer Jo Strømgren. It stands on its own two feet as a musical experience. With the album, Garbarek has created his own, holistic and intricate universe, and the listener gets to dive deeper and deeper with each listen. The wealth of detail constantly provides new discoveries, and […]
With an uncompromising approach to extended vocal use, Ruth Wilhelmine Meyer directs attention to original and demanding themes, without alienating the listener. We are drawn into the work and the music in an intimate and loving way. It is rare that one can say that “I have not heard this before”, but one can here. The sonorous […]
"Døden lever lengst" is an energetic, lively and aggressive album. It bubbles over with creativity and musical ideas, but at the same time stands firm with a clear and unified identity. In an era where the pop industry is characterized by single songs, streamlining and songwriting camps, it is refreshing to hear a band that thinks holistically and in album format. Without focusing on […]