Norske Viser

Norske viser, a genre of Norwegian popular music, is characterized by its introspective and poetic lyrics, often accompanied by acoustic instrumentation such as guitar, piano, and accordion. Emerging in the 1960s, norske viser drew inspiration from traditional folk music, French chanson, and American singer-songwriter styles. The genre's heyday in the 1970s and 1980s saw it become a powerful medium for social commentary and storytelling, with artists using their music to address issues like politics, love, and everyday life. Norske viser's cultural significance lies in its ability to capture the essence of Norwegian identity and experience, often incorporating elements of folk music and dialects. While sharing similarities with singer-songwriter genres, norske viser is distinct in its strong emphasis on lyrical depth and musical simplicity, creating an intimate and emotive listening experience.

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Single - Released November 1, 2024

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Anders Jektvik
Anne Grete Preus
Bjørn Eidsvåg
Christine Sandtorv
Fredrik William Olsen
Frida Ånnevik
Geirr Lystrup
Henning Kvitnes
Henning Sommerro
Herborg Kråkevik
Ida Jenshus
Inge Bremnes
Ingebjørg Bratland
Kari Bremnes
Kristian Kristensen
Lars Bremnes
Live Foyn Friis
Magnus Eliassen
Moddi
NOHR
Narum
No. 4
Nora Brockstedt
Odd Nordstoga
Resirkulert
Sigrid Moldestad
Siri Nilsen
Sondre Lerche
Stein Torleif Bjella
Trygve Skaug
Vamp
Virkelig
Wenche Myhre
Odd Nordstoga
Ingebjørg Bratland
Trygve Skaug
Anne Grete Preus
Bjørn Eidsvåg
No. 4
Inge Bremnes
Wenche Myhre
Kari Bremnes
Kristian Kristensen
Vamp
Moddi
Sondre Lerche
Frida Ånnevik
Henning Kvitnes
Stein Torleif Bjella
Herborg Kråkevik
Lars Bremnes
Nora Brockstedt
Siri Nilsen
Anders Jektvik
Live Foyn Friis
Geirr Lystrup
Henning Sommerro
Christine Sandtorv
Ida Jenshus
Sigrid Moldestad
Virkelig
Magnus Eliassen
Resirkulert
Narum
Fredrik William Olsen
NOHR