Chaoszine
Metal, Hardcore, Indie, Rock
Gearing up for the release of the new album Birna, nordic folk veterans Wardruna just released a title track (of the same name) as a single.
Birna will be released on January 24, 2025 via Sony Music and By Norse Music.
I always thought that Kalandra is one of those important up-and-coming bands to follow. In their music, they layer clever, thoughtful lyrics over a nuanced and richly textured blend of progressive and folk elements. The band confidently navigates the waters of modern social media promotion, creating impressive, highly inventive music videos while building a genuine...
French “Viking trance” duo EIHWAR first made some waves a couple of years ago, releasing “Viking War Trance” — a dancefloor project with Nordic folk influences. The idea was daring enough, as previously Viking-related music meant usually something solemn and serious, and preferably spiritual, such as music by Wardruna or Hindarfjäll. Yet, this worked. EIHWAR...
Amalie Bruun, aka Myrkur, is ramping up for the Dansk Melodi Grand Prix, a national selection for Eurovision, which is going to take place on February 14. While her single “Touch My Love And Die” has been out for some time (and is blasting on Finnish Radio Rock), the author and her crew went to...
Amalie Bruun, the author behind folk/black project Myrkur, just released a single Touch My Love And Die, in order to contest in Dansk Melodi Grand Prix, a national competition leading to Eurovision.With “Touch My Love And Die,” commissioned via Danish broadcaster DR, Myrkur enters Dansk Melodi Grand Prix 2026 with a contribution that does not...
Beginning Saturday, June 13, Wardruna in collaboration with Over Oslo, are curating a concert evening where musical traditions from the north are woven together with a modern soundscape. The evening will be hosted at Grefsenkollen, at the spectacular amfi that is known for its stunning views overlooking the Oslo fjord. Joining the lineup are the acclaimed Mari Boine and Gåte performing an acoustic...
Norwegian Kalandra, this time designated as “Prog Folk” in By Norse’s press release, for the second time, welcomes winter with an EP Mørketid (“Dark time”) that matches the deep autumnal and northern Christmas mood. The release states:A new EP — a collection of dark, reimagined songs to either set the mood or help brace for...
Set among ancient Viking burial mounds in Borre, Norway, Midgardsblot is both a music festival and a cultural gathering. Metal and folk musicians perform alongside reenactments, lectures, and ceremonies, creating an atmosphere where history, heritage, and modern creativity meet. This year, it took place from 13 to 16 August. The weather was gracious this year...
Brutal Assault festival in Czech Republic announces a new wave of bands for the 2026 edition. Fancy a blast of seriously loud bands? “Absolutely, without a doubt,” came the reply through the magical telephone receiver. After a long 13 years, American Kylesa is returning to the festival, Sacred Reich will deliver a solid dose of...