Karin Krog

Karin Krog is a Norwegian jazz vocalist who’s been a major presence in European jazz since the 1960s, known for an adventurous streak that stretches well beyond straight-ahead standards. Alongside her work in more traditional jazz settings, she became especially noted for experimenting with electronics and studio technology—most famously in her collaborations with saxophonist Jan Garbarek and composer/producer Arild Andersen on *Electronic Songbook* (recorded in the early ’70s), a forward-thinking blend of jazz voice and electronic textures.

Over the decades she’s recorded widely as a leader and collaborator, developing a cool, precise vocal style and a reputation for taking smart musical risks while staying deeply connected to jazz songcraft. Her discography spans everything from classic repertoire to more experimental projects, making her one of the key figures in modern Norwegian jazz vocals.

Genres

Vocal Jazz

Jazz

Contemporary Jazz

Free Jazz

Avant-garde Jazz

Post-bop

Experimental Jazz

Electronic Jazz

Spiritual Jazz

Related Artists

Billie Holiday

Ella Fitzgerald

Nina Simone

John Coltrane

Janis Joplin

Chet Baker

Joni Mitchell

Ane Brun

Sarah Vaughan

Pat Metheny

Susanne Sundfør

Jan Garbarek

Latest Release

Tomorrow's Yesterday

Karin Krog

Album - 9 Tracks - Released February 2, 2026