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Country and Nordica have gone from niche to national passion, now topping both charts and cultural prestige. What has happened to the genre, and what does it mean for those who create the music?
/ 09/12/2025 / Kristian DugstadNorwegian country and Nordica are hotter than ever. The genre is topping the charts, filling festival stages and is suddenly as popular in Oslo's most self-conscious cultural circles as it is at rural festivals across the country. What has happened?
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In the new episode of Musikkskaperne we meet artist and songwriter Malin Pettersen and researcher, songwriter and De Skyldige vocalist Stian VestbyTogether we explore the genre's journey from "harry" to high prestige.
Listen to the episode now whether you love country, have just discovered Tobias Stens or want to understand why the genre suddenly concerns everyone.