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Best Wishes – A Shortcut To I Was a King

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It seems like as long as we’ve been running this site we’ve been covering the work of I Was a King, and for those that weren’t there along the way, they’ve announced a compilation that’s the perfect introductory collection for those that haven’t quite whet their power-pop whistle with these greats. The band have worked with legends like Robyn Hitchcock, Sufjan Stevens and Norman Blake…to name a few. For me, the fascination has always been the gentle roll of Frode’s voice; there’s this intimacy that’s met by a certain almost pastoral nature, almost as if its a sort of wisened sage whispering to you. Honestly, if you ever wished to be transported to a place of happiness, “Lighthouse” is a great place to being; you can find it on the group’s Slow Century LP too. Once you’ve dipped your toes into the storied history of this great act, be sure to order a copy of Best Wishes – A Shortcut to I Was a King…dropping on March 7th.

Y Is Nature Release Video for The Fool

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Woke up in search of finding something that was airy and drifting, which is where I hit this Y Is Nature track. The Norwegian project is focused on crafting spy pop, dealing with themes of suspicion and secrecy, which is clearly apparent in the vocal work on this new track. I loved the subtleties of this number, moving from a predominantly vocal performance to a late night chill pop piece, lightly bouncing upon the beat and groove. The careful craft leaves plenty of space for Tuva Svensden Hesmyr’s voice, and she owns the core of this song; she also is the character in its film. Look for Evasion, the new album, to drop this March!

Selma French Shares I Think I Knew

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I love a powerful voice, and this week you might not find one more perfect than that of Norwegian artist Selma French. She first started making waves with Changes Like the Weather in the Mountain, which dropped in 2022, but there’s a new record on the way in the near future, and we’ve got your first listen here. I love how she embraces her sort of angelic with a more rollicking rock n’ roll musical element; it sets off a bit of battle between a brooding rocker and a soulful ballad, clearly illustrating the expansive ground you can expect Selma to cover on the new LP, No Sign of Rotten Leaves; we’ll let you know more about that as news comes our way!

King Husky Offers Running Single

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Our friends over in Norway have promised to keep us abreast of the best in power-pop, with the likes of I Was a King and the High Water Marks among our favorites (always and forever). Today, we’re jamming to King Hsky, which is the new recording project from Vidar Linda, known for his work in metal band Kvelertak, though the pop below is definitely a left turn. It’s marked by the feathered melodies, wrapped around the ornate ring of the guitars, with some charming backing vocals from Anne Frokedal (of IWaK); the snapping of the keys and drums in unison builds this vibrance too, pushing rays of sunshine through your speakers. Be on the lookout for a self-titled LP to drop next Spring via Hype City.

I Was a King Share Brand New Single

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It’s Friday, and there’s nothing better than wrapping yourself up in a blanket of melodic pop, such as Norway’s I Was a King offer on their latest single. Frode and Anna Lise are the absolute stars here, with the light jangling and tinkering piano lurking quietly in the background; they’re clearly hanging out in the song, with the piano sparkling in its work, though they, too, are in awe of the majestic powers of the vocal work this go round. A forlorn bit of guitar slides in between the cracks, all of it giving this textured blend of classic power pop that confirms our belief that I Was a King is one of the best power-pop acts around. We’ve been promised there will be more new music from the group as the year goes forward, so more great Friday news!

Mall Girl Share New Jam

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When we think about post-emo jams, Oslo is not typically the first place to come to mind. All that may change though with the sounds of Norwegian outfit Mall Girl, and tunes like this new one called “Emo Shred.” Shocker, the title perfectly conveys what you’re going to get from the song with its bright, intricate guitar parts and dramatic, emotional drops. It bangs, for real.

Mall Girl has three more songs currently streaming on bandcamp from their upcoming new album entitled Pure Love. That one is out on January 26th.

The Uptights Share Tor Aukrust

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You’re just waking up to today; you’re a bit weary as you rub those little flecks of sleep from the corners of your eyes. On the stereo, you hear this beautifully solemn song from the Uptights, something that makes you aligns with your exact state. The song rolls, tosses and turns slowly, like you, arising from your slumber. There’s this cavernous depth, like the fog cruising through your mind before you’ve showered and had that first cup of coffee. Something about this just feels like a musical awakening, and we’re all the better knowing that someone’s put music to our every day routine. The Norwegian outfit will release I Was Dreaming on October 27th.

Fuckleberry Hinn Share Nobody Single

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Any band in this day and age willing to take on the heralded double LP deserve a medal, thus why I’m here to turn your attention towards Norway’s Fuckleberry Hinn. For me, this song works in multiple stages, almost taking on this dreaming pastoral vibe, with just a hint of cymbal work adding the slightest hint of percussion. Then there’s a slight plot twist underneath, adding in more texture while still trying to balance a bit of the melody. Some emphatic moments add some kick to the tune, illustrating the band’s willingness to build movement within the track; I just love the way it seems to kick on and stomp in here. If you’re enjoying this number, be sure to put Neither/Nor on your radar; it hits on September 1st.

Norway’s Yndling Share Fresh Single

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Wanted to slide us into our Friday coverage with this really dense bit of pop magic from Norway’s Yndling. After about 15 seconds of ambient noise, the track creeps right into these darkened pop moments, with cascading guitar lines raining from your speakers while the bass bubbles buoyantly beneath. Vocals from songwriter Silje add this ethereal quality to the track, carrying your mind into freeing spaces, letting you just drift. What I loved about this tune was the way the rhythm section kept pushing the pace; it keeps the energy pulsing where other like-minded acts might let the dreaminess cover your ears. Hopefully we’ll get to hear more soon!

Meet the SXSW Band: Orions Belte

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Now that we are starting to churn out some of these SXSW previews, you can sort of start to feel the excitement growing for the festival. Say what you will about the current state of things either in Austin or with the festival itself, we will still support these artists and have a good time all week. While you’re out there looking for some new bands to follow or check out, might I suggest the Norwegian trio known as Orions Belte. You can scope their interview along with music and current SXSW dates after the jump.

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