[2025] Recommended Norwegian Artists Summary

MetropolisSeigmen

Seigmen – Metropolis

Sigmen, a heavyweight Norwegian rock band that seems to carry the icy air of the fjords.

They started out as a grunge outfit in 1989, then boldly introduced synthesizers and evolved into a grand sound infused with industrial and gothic elements.

In 1995, they topped the domestic charts with the album Metropolis, making their name resound across the country.

Their Norwegian Grammy win attests to their quality.

With a dark, decadent worldview and gripping, emotionally charged melodies, they’re perfect for those who want to immerse themselves deeply in music.

All My Friends Are DeadTurbonegro

Turbonegro, All My Friends Are Dead (With Lyrics)

Flying the one-and-only banner of “deathpunk,” the maverick rock collective Turbonegro burst out of Norway.

Since their formation in 1988, they’ve fused the glitter of glam punk with the brute force of hard rock, provoking the world with their confrontational performances.

The album that cemented their name was the 1998 classic Apocalypse Dudes.

It went gold in their home country and was hailed by Dead Kennedys’ Jello Biafra as “the most important record in Europe.” The existence of a global fan organization further proves they’re more than just a band.

If you want to experience rock that laughs in the face of convention—intense, exhilarating, and unapologetic—this is for you.

Dagen æ bli storMalin Reitan

Malin Reitan

Malin Reitan is a singer from Trondheim who competed in the Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2005 and finished in third place.

“Dagen æ bli stor” is a track from the 2006 album “Malin på månen.”

Hymne Til JosefMorten Harket

Morten Harket- Hymne til Josef

The singer from Kongsberg, Morten Harket, was the vocalist of the band a-ha, which disbanded in 2010.

He has also pursued a solo career, and “Hymne Til Josef” is a track from his 1993 album “Poetenes Evangelium.”

Singing Softly to MeKings of Convenience

kings of convenience – singing softly to me

Kings of Convenience is an acoustic pop duo consisting of Eirik Glambek Bøe and Erlend Øye, formed in 1991.

“Singing Softly to Me” is included on their 2001 album Quiet Is the New Loud.

Song for Ronnie JamesJorn

Jorn – Song For Ronnie James (Official video)

Jorn is the solo project of vocalist Jørn Lande, known as the “migratory bird with a microphone.” “Song for Ronnie James” is a track included on the 2010 tribute album Dio.

Drive Away My HeartIda Maria

Ida Maria Drive Away My Heart

Ida Maria is a singer from Nesna who won the newcomer award at the Spellemannprisen in 2009.

“Drive Away My Heart” is included on the album “Fortress ‘Round My Heart,” released in 2008.