Norwegian Blues

Norwegian blues is a distinctive offshoot of the blues genre, rooted in the melancholic and expressive musical traditions of Norway. While it encompasses the emotional depth and soulful storytelling found in classic blues, it infuses a unique Scandinavian sensibility, toying with darker, more introspective themes that resonate with the Nordic cultural landscape. Norwegian blues artists often blend the raw, gritty elements of traditional American blues with a hint of the melodic and atmospheric qualities typical of Norwegian folk music, creating a fusion that feels both familiar and novel. The genre's sound is characterized by a rich tapestry of guitar riffs, robust vocals, and a rhythm that can alternate between contemplative and dynamic. As a testament to its versatility, it can be heard echoing through fjord-side festivals and Oslo's live music venues, carried by the passionate performances of its homegrown talents.

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10 Sanger
Album - 10 Tracks - Released March 8, 2024

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Amund Maarud
Bjørn Berge
Daniel Eriksen
Eric 'slim' Zahl & the South West Swingers
High Red
Hungry John
J.T. Lauritsen & The Buckshot Hunters
JT Lauritsen
Kid Andersen
Knut Reiersrud
Kåre Virud
Noora Noor
Notodden Blues Band
Reidar Larsen
Rita Engedalen
Spoonful Of Blues
Vidar Busk
Vidar Busk & His True Believers
Knut Reiersrud
Noora Noor
Bjørn Berge
Reidar Larsen
Vidar Busk
Amund Maarud
Kid Andersen
Spoonful Of Blues
J.T. Lauritsen & The Buckshot Hunters
Kåre Virud
Vidar Busk & His True Believers
Rita Engedalen
Daniel Eriksen
High Red
Notodden Blues Band
Hungry John
Eric 'slim' Zahl & the South West Swingers
JT Lauritsen