Bel Canto is an ethereal dream pop and synthpop band that hails from Norway, having garnered international acclaim for their distinctive sound that intertwines operatic and classical influences with electronic music. The core duo behind Bel Canto consists of lead vocalist Anneli Marian Drecker and musician Nils Johansen, who together have crafted a musical identity that is lush, atmospheric, and often described as enchanting. The band emerged in the mid-1980s and quickly distinguished itself with its debut album "White-Out Conditions", which set the course for a career marked by innovation and artistic exploration.

Over the years, Bel Canto has evolved their style through a succession of critically acclaimed albums. "Birds of Passage" (1989) and "Shimmering, Warm and Bright" (1992) solidified their reputation in the music scene, captivating listeners with their avant-garde blend of electronic sounds and Drecker's soprano voice. By the time they released "Magic Box" in 1996 and "Rush" in 1998, their sound had become more grounded in pop while maintaining their ethereal overtones. Their music's cinematic quality has continually attracted audiences, culminating in the release of "Dorothy's Victory" in 2002. The album's tracks, such as the Faskil Remix of the title song and the Masters at Work Mixes of "Rumour," show a willingness to reinvent their songs within the remix culture, proving that Bel Canto's creative spark endures.

Genres

Ethereal Wave

Neoclassical Darkwave

Latest Release

Radiant Green

bel canto

Album - 10 Tracks - Released April 26, 2024