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The Nordic Sound#49 - The Art of Black Metal with Thomas Eriksen (Mork, Udåd)Send us a textThe Black Metal perspective makes a long overdue debut to the Nordic Sound in episode 49 with the inimitable Thomas Eriksen (Mork, Udåd). Not only has Thomas made quite the name for himself as the mind behind Mork, but kept himself and others entertained during COVID running his own Black Metal podcast, the "Thomas Eriksen Podcast" which featured some in depth conversations with big names in Norwegian Black Metal. Join us as Thomas takes us through what the style means to him, his recent work on Mork's seventh album "Syv", and my favorite, h...2025-05-111h 39
Don't Mom Alone PodcastMean Girls, Mom Roles & Modern Friendship: Coaching Kids Through Conflict :: Dr. Kelly Jameson [Ep 518]Today Dr. Kelly Jameson joins me to help us understand the many dynamics of teen friendships. Although this episode mainly applies to girl moms there is advice for the boy mom in this episode as well! Kelly is a trained systems therapist who practices narrative therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy. Through her many years of listening to families and teens, she has learned how to navigate the difficult years of teen and tween friendships and how to help parents coach their kids. Here is some of what we cover:
The rise of “friend hoarding” and large group dynamics in 2025
What...2025-04-1449 minThe Nordic Sound#48 - Olav Luksengård MjelvaSend us a textOver the course of his career, Olav Mjelva has become something of a face of the Hardanger Fiddle, with his fiddle being heard in settings such as Rings of Power, God of War: Ragnarök, and Marvel’s Loki. As well as being featured in over 60 studio projects, he is also well known in the Scandifolk scene for his work with Sver, the Nordic Fiddlers Bloc, Rydvall/Mjelva, and the Lodestar Trio. After collaborating with Einar Selvik and Ivar Bjornson for Skuggsjá, Olav has returned to sign with ByNorse for his project Afargang, whos...2025-03-301h 06
The Nordic SoundFrigg, "Dreamscapes" - Album ReviewSend us a textCelebrating their 25th anniversary this year, Frigg have long established themselves as one of the leading string bands in Nordic folk. A small army of six musicians, what has always astounded me about the band is how effectively they use their numbers to their fullest capabilities, often times in their recordings sounding like there’s a full orchestra at their disposal. Their attention to orchestration and texture is second-to-none, and even when all three fiddles are chugging along at full steam, everything just fits into the arrangement. This rich texture of Frigg’s soun...2025-03-1309 minThe Nordic Sound#47 - Ale Carr of Dreamers' CircusSend us a textA beautiful homecoming!Ale joins the channel once again from balmy California where Dreamers' Circus begin their 2025 U.S. tour to celebrate the release of their new album Handed On. In this conversation, Ale talks about the importance of music in bridging divides between cultures in tumultuous times, the Handed On project, and of course, that every present question of Nordic Folk music. Thank you so much for coming back around these parts, Ale. It's always a pleasure!Check out tour dates near you in...2025-02-2556 minThe Nordic Sound#46 - Norwegian Classical Music with Ola NordalSend us a textThis year, I made it a New Years' resolution for the channel that we'd finally start an honest effort in expanding the Nordic Sound into new and more diverse genres, and what better way to bring classical music back into the picture than by chatting with one of my favorite music writers. Join me in welcoming Ola Nordal (Ballade Klassisk, Store Norske Leksikon) to talk about Norway's contemporary classical scene, the practice of active listening, and writing about music. Ola has long been a friend of the channel, often giving his o...2025-02-241h 00The Nordic Sound#45 - Torulf on Musical Storytelling in Ristningar i GinnungagapSend us a textNordicsoundarchive.comFredrik returns to the Nordic Sound for his second appearance to talk about Torulf's recent record Ristningar i Ginnungagap and the stories that inspire his music. Along the way, we also talk about his earliest memories as a musician, how he became Torulf, and why it's difficult to keep up with new music.Thanks for hanging out, Fredrik!Support the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons over on Patreon.com/nordicsoundThe Nordic Sound is supported...2025-02-201h 07The Nordic Sound#44 - Lassi Logrén on the Tagelharpa (Jouhikko) TraditionSend us a textJameson and Jouhikko virtuoso Lassi Logrén celebrate Finnish independence day by talking about the Jouhikko/Tagelharpa tradition, Finnish folk music, and the Tagelharpa renaissance we’re experiencing outside of traditional folk circles. We also talk about Lassi’s new solo album “Jouhikko”, why Lassi believes the instrument itself sounds human, and what we might gain from learning how to connect with solo instrumental albums on a personal, communal, and maybe even spiritual, level. Along the way, Lassi offers advice and pointers for those learning, or looking to learn how to play the Jouhikko...2025-02-201h 31The Nordic Sound#43 - Ville and TommieSend us a textFinnish/Swedish(/Cornish?) duo Ville & Tommie join me in Nordic Sound #43 to talk about their uniquely freeform approach to performing Nordic folk music as an accordion and fiddle duo and their debut album "Stuffed Pockets". Along the way, we talk about how the duo came to be, where they come from as individual musicians, and that tricky line across tradition and innovation we always have to dance as folk musicians."Ville & Tommie play for concert and dance, blending traditional melodies alongside original tunes. They each bring their backgrounds to the stage...2025-02-201h 09The Nordic Sound#42 (Part Two) - What is Nordic Folk Music?Send us a textIn part 2 of Nordic Sound #42, Jameson and Fredrik poke and prod at the thorny question of what folk music is, what makes something folk music, and what folk music means in a Nordic context with Fredrik contributing what he learned while writing and directing the documentary "Trollstemt".I've found these conversations are almost always had behind closed doors in hushed tones, but I think there's much to be gained by bringing it out from under the rug after hearing perspectives from many sides of the Nordic music industry that tend to...2025-02-1942 minThe Nordic Sound#42 - Trollstemt Documentary with Fredrik AkselsenSend us a textJoin me as I dive deep into the history of Norway's folk music tradition with Fredrik Akselsen, acclaimed director of the series "Trollstemt" - a documentary I had been keeping tabs on since Mattias Thedens of Gangar first promoted it last year. It's funny to think I hadn't the slightest idea that I'd end up having the director on the Nordic Sound for a chat, and for that, we all owe a hearty "tusen takk" to Ingrid Aune Falch of Songleikr for putting us in contact after our last interview. In a...2025-02-1954 min
Unsung Murder BalladsEpisode 111: Sabrina ZunichWe'd Love to hear from you!! Message us here!!In this episode the 3 Dead Js discuss the case of Sabrina Zunich, who was manipulated by her foster father to murder his wife, Lisa Knoefel. This case is a tragedy in many ways, and the journey is as heartbreaking as the crime.2025-01-1554 minThe Nordic Sound#41 - Songleikr with Maria Franz and Ingrid Auné FalchSend us a textJameson is joined by Maria Franz and Ingrid Aune Falch to talk about Songleikr's history with Midgardsblot and how important storytelling is as a part of Songleikr's music (and folk music in general). After taking us through their history with "medieval music", we get into a rather difficult and provocative discussion about what Nordic folk even is, with Maria and Ingrid both offering extensive commentary on the growing misuse of the term over the years. This particular conversation has been central to the Nordic Sound, and so I anticipate a lot of productive...2024-12-111h 23The Nordic Sound#40 - Kjell BraatenSend us a textIn Nordic Sound #40, Jameson is joined by Kjell Braaten to talk about Kjell’s approach to skaldic performance and his recent collaboration on the beautiful Lithuanian sutartines project with Stuba and Skaidra Jančaité as part of an ongoing mission to preserve and revitalize Lithuanian communal singing tradition. Key topics in this conversation include Kjell telling why skaldic tradition inspires him, how music is a form of active and communal remembering of the past, if viking music can ever be authentic, and a deeper discussion about the value of celebrating the livin...2024-11-111h 38The Nordic Sound#39 - Einar Selvik of Wardruna (Live at CU Boulder)Send us a textIn this co-sponsored event between ByNorse and the University of Colorado Boulder's Ethnomusicology and Nordic Studies departments, Einar joins Jameson in front of a live audience to talk about the animist cosmology behind Wardruna's music, what animism means to Einar, how Wardruna's music has (or hasn't) changed over time, and an inevitable deep discussion about questions of authenticity and reconstructionism often nagging the reception of Wardruna's music. The interview concludes with a thought-provoking conversation regarding the bear, the namesake of Wardruna's upcoming record "Birna", and how Wardruna's music continues its mission to ask...2024-10-211h 02The Nordic Sound#38 - Mari BoineSend us a textIn this monumental installment of the Nordic Sound, Jameson is joined by Mari Boine to reflect on her childhood, the rise and influence of her career through Gula Gula, how she has come to be an influential icon to so many around the world, and her place as a powerful voice for Sámi culture since the 1980s. Along the way, Mari explains what Joik means to her and how it relates to her belief that music has an ineffable power to remind us of our elemental humanity, while also reflecting on...2024-09-301h 06The Nordic Sound#37 - Jonas Lorentzen of NebalaSend us a textJonas Lorentzen returns to the Nordic Sound to discuss what Nebala's been up to since last time we met. In this conversation, we have a retrospective on the debut album, and where Jonas wants to take Nebala's sound and vision from there. We also discuss singing as community and Jonas' singing workshops, ponder why we don't sing as much as we used to, and of course, talk about the kickstarter that will be helping Nebala's next album now that Jonas has gone Indie. Oh, and would it be a Jonas episode if we...2024-09-261h 10The Nordic Sound#36 - Nils Edström of HindarfjällSend us a text(#35 with Rúnahild is only available on Youtube due to unfortunate audio issues on my end)Today I am joined once again by Nils Edström, the man behind Hindarfjäll perhaps best known for his performance of My Mother Told Me with Peter Franzén from the Vikings television series. I’ve had Nils on before, but now he is back to talk about his latest album Seden which released almost a month ago to the day. In this interview, Nils talks about his trips to Italy and his exp...2024-09-161h 23
What we lose in the Shadows (A father and daughter True Crime Podcast)The Depravity of Wade WilsonSend us a textIn this episode, we navigate through the heinous acts committed by Wade Wilson in 2019, shedding light on his disturbing murders in Fort Myers. We delve into the heart-wrenching confession to his father and the moral quandaries faced during his testimony. Additionally, the episode exposes the troubling mishandling of a survivor's assault case, which foreshadowed Wilson's crimes. Through this discourse, we confront the broader issues within the justice system, the nuances of consent, and the contentious debate over capital punishment. Join us as we tackle these heavy topics with empathy and critical insight, aiming...2024-08-0627 min
The Nordic Sound#34 - Espen Winther of EldrimSend us a textIn this very special Nordic Sound Channel interview, I sit down with Espen Winther of Eldrim for an exclusive early look at the new record "Daudrastev" as we preview and discuss each track before the album releases. Espen has long been a vocal supporter of the channel, and it's truly been an honor to do this special collaboration in anticipation for both the new album release and the return to Midgardsblot. Cheers Espen, and thank you for trusting the channel with this cool opportunity to do something a little bit different. 2024-07-311h 48
Will I Vike It?Jameson FosterOn today's episode I talk with Jameson Foster from The Nordic Sound Channel about being an ethnomusicologist, his podcast, Skuzzlebutt and the BanjoFind out Jameson's dream project, whether he could survive a Viking age diet, what food he'd miss the most, the weirdest thing in his Kitchen, worst food he's ever eaten, weirdest thing in his Kitchen, most memorable meal & what food and drink will he be taking to Valhalla, on this episode of Will I Vike It?Support the show through Patreon and get early access to episodes here:...2024-07-241h 14
The Nordic Sound[Album Review] Nordein, "Reisa"Send us a textIn Nordein's newest offering, "Reisa", we're given a three-course meal teasing some new and old ideas to expect from the project in the future, taking us from the world of early 2000s "celtic" folk world of into a more contemporary dark folk sound by the EP's end. A short review for a short EP - let's talk about it!"Nordein, fronted by Norwegian musician and producer Jørn Øyhus, blends Nordic folk with rich, evocative sounds. Known for his work with Nordjevel, Varde, and Byrdi, Jørn brings a unique touch to...2024-07-2307 min
The Nordic SoundAlbum Review: Floating Sofa Quartet, "Kystnaert"Send us a textOne of my favorite groups in the Nordic folk scene today is finally back, joined by the wonderful Norwegian hardanger fiddler Gura Kvifte Neisheim for the new maritime record "Kystnaert"This has been my most anticipated album of the summer, and for good reason. I fell deeply in love with this group back in 2016 with their incredible "The Moon We Watch Is the Same" due to the fresh, exciting, and organic nature of their sound and original instrumentation which continued through "Neighbourhood" and "Sofa Songs".Kystnaert has delivered in...2024-07-1708 min
The Nordic SoundBülows Kvartett - "Vad än som i världen händer" [Album Review]Send us a textLet's dive into the debut album from a daring new folk/jazz quartet from Sweden.Support the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons over on Patreon.com/nordicsoundThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons:GeorgeBetsCarrieGenLeighMikeCindyClaytonDrakeEricJamieJuliaMaryMichaelMichaelSeanSimonTony2024-07-1212 min
The Nordic SoundEivør, "Enn" - Album ReviewSend us a textA new kind of album review on the Nordic Sound Channel. And what better way to return to the grind than with a new release from one of my favorite Nordic singers, Eivør.Patreon.com/nordicsoundchannel"Eivør calls her Nordic home in the remote Faroe Islands a landscape of extremes. Sitting in the North Atlantic Ocean just above Scotland and southeast of Iceland, with a total population of about 50,000, the climate is “full of contrasts—very dark, heavy winters and bright summers.” Growing up in a small village...2024-07-1019 minThe Nordic Sound#33 - Chris Welsh of Sun and Moon DanceSend us a textIn a first for the channel, multi-instrumentalist and folk musician Chris Welsh sits down with me in my own living room to talk about his storied career with over a decade as Sun and Moon Dance, his multiple collaborations with some Nordic Sound Channel fan favorites, and his perspectives as an American working in the Nordic music scene. Along the way, Chris reflects on the importance of animism and land stewardship in his creative voice, some minor grievances with the dark folk scene, and his own work cleaning up thousands of pounds of...2024-07-061h 07
The Nordic Sound#32 - Jonathan Barendsma of GealdyrSend us a textJoin me in welcoming Jonathan Barendsma of Gealdyr, a rising star in the dark folk scene. In this conversation, Jonathan and I discuss the importance of music and art as escape and vicarious living for those in difficult situations, a mutual love of soundtracks, and dancing the line between Nordic and Celtic soundworlds.Support the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons over on Patreon.com/nordicsoundThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons:GeorgeBetsCarrieGenLeigh2024-06-011h 04
Nordic Mythology PodcastEp 213 - Troll Magic With Jameson Foster (Scuzzlebutt)In this week's episode, Dan has a chat with Jameson Foster, AKA Scuzzlebutt, to talk troll magic, its musical properties, and how it relates to his musical persona.------------------------------------------------Follow the Podcast on Instagram:@nordicmythologypodcastFollow Jameson on Instagram:@nordicsoundchannel / @banjodruidIf you like what we do, and would like to be in the audience for live streams of new episodes to ask questions please consider supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/NordicMythologypodcastCheck out Dan's company, Horns...2024-05-301h 15The Nordic Sound#31 - Heathen Musicology and the Ancestral North with Ross HagenSend us a textIn this very special episode I'm joined by fellow musicologist and mentor Ross Hagen to talk heathen musicology and how he and Mathias Nordvig went about approaching "Ancestral North: Spirituality and Cultural Imagination in Nordic Ritual Folk Music" - a musicological book on the nordic pagan music scene. Thanks for the good hang Ross!"Ancestral North: Spirituality and Cultural Imagination in Nordic Ritual Folk Music offers a detailed exploration of Nordic ritual folk music, a music scene focused on the revival of ancient folkways and archaic music that has found remarkable...2024-05-251h 32
The Nordic Sound#30 - Visy Bloodaxe (Seidrblot)Send us a texthttps://seidrblot.bandcamp.comIn this interview, I'm happy to be joined by Visy Bloodaxe of Seidrblot to talk about a range of topics including the music he makes with the band, working with wood, how a love of medieval music led to him learning how to build his own instruments, and finding escape through music in a world filled with noise.Support the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons over on Patreon.com/nordicsoundThe Nordic Sound is supported by its...2024-05-181h 08
The Nordic Sound"Viking Music" and Issues of GenreSend us a textDo musicians get the final say in what their music is called, and is genre meant to be a literal descriptor of the music we hear?In the 3 years I’ve been running this channel, covering the music of Wardruna, Heilung, and almost everything in that sphere, I have had endless conversation over what to call this music with many alternatives offered for the sake of “anything but Viking music”. Dark folk, pagan folk, nordic folk (the worst option for reasons obvious to traditional musicians), heathen folk, new nordic folk… and even the...2024-05-0722 minThe Nordic Sound#29 - AevestadenSend us a textLong have I been enchanted by the music of Ævestaden. The way these captivating musicians utilize instruments typically associated with dark folk (such as the lyre and bukkehorn), but instead put it in a folktronica setting where it somehow just fits so organically is a feat within itself. Solen var bättre där was on my top 10 albums of 2023 not only because of this incredibly original use of familiar instruments, but also because the songwriting is on another level of melancholy - reaching out to the feeling of nostalgia and yearning for a b...2024-04-301h 02The Nordic Sound#28 - Kati RánSend us a textIn this installment of the Nordic Sound Channel, I sit down with pagan folk veteran Kati Rán to talk about her two decades in the nordic dark folk scene, the changes she's seen take place over time, and of course, her new album Sála and her approach to the feminine skaldic perspective. Thanks for joining Kati, I'm really glad we got to tread some new ground for the channel in this chat!Support the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons over on Pa...2024-04-151h 02The Nordic Sound#27 - Ruben Terlouw (Heilung)Send us a textA very different interview this time around talking to a fellow academic! Join me in picking Ruben's brain about his archaeology scholarship on immersive sound in museums and music's ability to cultivate affective attachment to our world and history.Support the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons over on Patreon.com/nordicsoundThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons:GeorgeBetsCarrieGenLeighMikeCindyClaytonDrakeEricJamieJulia2024-04-131h 34The Nordic SoundThis Month in Nordic Music - Hamferd, Lindy-Fay Hella, Nils Økland, and more! [March 2024]Send us a textWhat a crazy, eclectic month for Nordic music! As good a time as any to try out recording in 4k ;)All of the new music this month (including singles and others not included in the video) are now featured in the Nordic Sound Channel's Discovery playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3LMGZolMTYQgLu0uFbEHgO?si=b43d29f7017d4917Join the patreon for the Nordic Sound Journal and the listening circles: Patreon.com/nordicsoundchannelWritten reviews over on Medium at Medium.com/@nordicsoundchannelTimestamps:2024-04-0324 minThe Nordic Sound#26 - Lindy-Fay HellaSend us a textIn this interview, I’m humbled to be joined by Lindy-Fay Hella of both Wardruna and Dei Farne to talk about her new album “Islet”, her undying love for Depeche Mode, and the mysteries of the sea. Thank you for joining, Lindy. As a long time fan, you have no idea how starstruck I am by the opportunity to chat with you about your music and our shared love of birds. Patreon.com/nordicsoundchannelMedium.com/@nordicsoundchannelSupport the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its pat...2024-03-3055 minThe Nordic Sound#25 - Andreas Axelsson (Nattramn)Send us a textHailing from beautiful Värmland in Sweden, Andreas Axelsson of the project Nattramn joins Jameson to talk about his latest album Gravmarken, his inspiration, and what brought him to the Dark Folk scene. Like myself, he's of the mind that "less is more" and we dive into our philosophies around writing and performing dark folk music.And he's NOT the singer for Silencer!https://nattramnsvitjod.bandcamp.comSupport the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons over on Patreon.com/nordicsoundT...2024-03-2557 minThe Nordic Sound#24 - Jacob Hee Lund (Heilung, Virelai, Asynje)Send us a textIn this interview, I am humbled to invite Jacob Hee Lund for his first appearance on the Nordic Sound Channel. Mostly known as a member of Heilung, Jacob is actually a man of many, many hats and is a seasoned performer in the medieval reenactment scene in Denmark. In this interview, he walks us through his background, his countless music projects he’s contributed to as a percussionist, and offers advice and reflection for young musicians looking to make a full time career. Also, as a veteran of this music scene over the la...2024-03-111h 35The Nordic SoundThis Month(ish) in Nordic Music - February 2024Send us a textPLEASE READ:This audio was stripped straight from Youtube, so I want to clarify for podcast listeners: I will be keeping up with reviews dedicated to podcast listeners even though this format will be leaving youtube. What this means for you all is, instead of getting audio from youtube videos for the podcasts, I will from here on out be recording these reviews specifically for podcast.Support music journalism through the Nordic Sound Journal: patreon.com/nordicsoundchannelChange is coming with the spring winds to the Nordic...2024-03-0620 minThe Nordic Sound#23 - Nicolas Schipper of HeilungSend us a textLive from University of Colorado Boulder, I sit down with the one and only Nicolas Schipper of Heilung after the last stop on their U.S. tour.In this conversation, Nic tells us about his journey in Heilung as an immigrant from Ecuador, shares his thoughts on the ever-contentious conversation of cultural appropriation, and works through what "music as healing" means to him and his work for Vidaya Community. And, of course, everything in between.At the end of the video is a q/a section with the audience...2024-02-191h 15The Nordic SoundHot singles in your area! This Month(ish) in Nordic Music - January 2024Send us a textJanuary is usually a slow month for music in the post-holidays hangover. In spite of this, we've been given some pretty awesome singles from a wide range of bands and musicians since the new year. Let's get into the awesome singles Nordic musicians revealed to us so far in 2024, teasing some highly anticipated new albums from some of our favorite bands.Featuring: Gåte, Lindy-fay Hela and Dei Farne, Byrdi, Jonna Jinton, Aftenstorm, Iterum Nata, Robert Santa and Folket Bortafor Nordavinden, and Tvinna.Support the showThe N...2024-02-1716 min
The Nordic SoundTop 10 Nordic Albums of 2023!Send us a textAnd I thought it was hard coming up with a top 5 list in 2022! Little did I know that in 2023, Nordic musicians - Norwegians in particular - would go so hard that I'd be forced to expand it to a list of 10 this year just to feel like I can paint a meaningful picture of this year's Nordic music scene. 2023 was an incredible year to be the Nordic music guy, and I look forward to the years ahead, especially considering how many of the bands towards the top of this list are just getting...2023-12-3026 minThe Nordic SoundDraumkvedet - A Very Pagan Christmas StorySend us a textTo offer at least something festive to the channel, the holiday season gives me the perfect excuse to talk about the legendary Norwegian vision poem Draumkvedet, which has inspired so much music for such an old poem. This is also a little experiment for testing out content that ties folklore and music together because the relationship between the two in Nordic music is just so intertwined that it can’t be ignored. Lastly, as a little easter egg, for those of you who have been around since the days of this bei...2023-12-2012 minThe Nordic SoundNovember 2023 - This Monthish in Nordic MusicSend us a textThe November 2023 installment of "this monthish in Nordic music" is here with great music from Gåte, Mari Boine, Sigrid Moldestad, Sowulo, and Kalandra! Also, some more band announcements for Midgardsblot 2024!Patreon.com/NordicsoundchannelSupport the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons over on Patreon.com/nordicsoundThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons:GeorgeBetsCarrieGenLeighMikeCindyClaytonDrakeEricJamieJuliaMaryM...2023-12-1520 minThe Nordic Sound#22 - NoiduinSend us a textPatreon.com/nordicsoundchannelWith this interview, I'm excited to introduce Noiduin as the first Finnish band to come onto the podcast! In this chat, Noiduin discusses their background as musicians, how Noiduin came to be (more romantic than one would expect!), and how Finnish folklore, rune singers, and witchcraft feed into the band's music.Other finnish musicians/bands recommended by Jemina and Henri:NestTenhiRuumistoGóiKallomäkiKarnehSupport Noiduin at:noiduin.bandcamp.comSupport th...2023-11-2042 minThe Nordic SoundThis Month(ish) in Nordic Music - New Music ReviewsSend us a textReviews of new nordic music that came out in the last month (or a little bit more!) Let me know if this is a format to keep! Featuring: Myrkur, Mari Boine, Gjermund Larsen Trio, Tonskalv, and more!Support the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons over on Patreon.com/nordicsoundThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons:GeorgeBetsCarrieGenLeighMikeCindyClaytonDrakeEricJamieJuliaMary2023-11-1320 min
Nordic Mythology PodcastEp 180 - Saga A New Nordic Musical With Mathias Nordvig, Jameson Foster and Andrew MunzIn this week's episode, Dan is joined by Mathias Nordvig, Jameson Foster and Andrew Munz to discuss their all new Nordic Themed Musical!------------------------------------------------Follow them on Instagram:@tumbleweedcreativeartsFollow the Podcast on Instagram:@nordicmythologypodcastIf you like what we do, and would like to be in the audience for live streams of new episodes to ask questions please consider supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/NordicMythologypodcastCheck out Dan's company, Horns of Odin, and the wide range of handmade items inspired by Nordic M...2023-10-121h 20
Nordic Mythology PodcastEp 176 - Ethnomusicology With Jameson FosterWatch the episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/VEtJuduCUEcIn this week's episode, Dan is joined by Jameson Foster to talk about Midgardsblot, music and all things Ethnomusicology.------------------------------------------------Follow Jameson on Youtube and Instagram:@nordicsoundchannel / @jamo.writ.largeFollow the Podcast on Instagram:@nordicmythologypodcastIf you like what we do, and would like to be in the audience for live streams of new episodes to ask questions please consider supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/NordicMythologypodcastCheck out D...2023-09-141h 05The Nordic Sound#18 - MÍOSend us a textpatreon.com/nordicsoundchannelJameson had the opportunity at Midgardsblot to sit down with the wonderful witches of Mio to talk about how the band came to be how the magic happens with their music. Please go support this gem of Oslo's underground scene at mioofficial.bandcamp.comThis podcast is brought to you by the channel's dedicated and passionate patrons:-Gen-Colton-Drake-Carrie and Family-Simon-CindySupport the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons...2023-08-2832 minThe Nordic SoundWhy Vikings?Send us a textLet's talk about vikings, heritage, modernity, and spirituality.Support the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons over on Patreon.com/nordicsoundThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons:GeorgeBetsCarrieGenLeighMikeCindyClaytonDrakeEricJamieJuliaMaryMichaelMichaelSeanSimonTony2023-08-0413 min
Motown & ConeyMicrophone GateWe kick off the podcast discussing Lizzo being sued and Cardi B throwing a microphone. We turn our attention to Jameson Willams are the fans being unfair towards him?[5:30] We talk “Behind the Den”.[17:00] We turn our attention to college football. Colorado to Big 12, Big 10 expanding again.[23:30] Can Coach Prime coach? [35:30] On the NBA front, will Harden or Dame Dolla get trade before the start of the season?[40:50] We end the podcast talking Bud Crawford is he the best out right now?[48:00] Come join us for karaoke at The Imani Immersive next Friday. 211 W. Troy Ferndale. 2023-08-031h 01The Nordic Sound#14 - AftenstormSend us a textPatreon.com/baldskaldIn this particularly explicit and rowdy interview, I'm joined by Daniel and Lancelot of Budapest's Aftenstorm who let off some steam about Brosatru and talk about what it takes to set yourself apart starting out in the dark folk scene. Have you checked out their debut album Ondt Blod?Support the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons over on Patreon.com/nordicsoundThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons:GeorgeBetsCarrieGen...2023-07-031h 21The Nordic Sound#15 - Jonas LorentzenSend us a textPatreon.com/baldskaldJonas Lorentzen of Nebala joins the channel for an interview all the way from India to talk about Nebala's latest "Live at the Blot" production, the beauty of cultural appropriation, how downtime can be productive for musicians, and of course, what Nebala has cooking up for us next.Support the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons over on Patreon.com/nordicsoundThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons:GeorgeBetsCarrieGenLeigh2023-07-031h 29The Nordic Sound#16 - Jesper Gräs of IOTUNNSend us a textPatreon.com/baldskaldJesper Gräs, guitarist of IOTUNN joined the channel to talk about the importance of being open to different styles of music, not boxing yourself in as a musician, and of course, the story of Iotunn and how the band came to be.Support the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons over on Patreon.com/nordicsoundThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons:GeorgeBetsCarrieGenLeighMikeCindyC...2023-07-0357 minThe Nordic Sound#17 - Midgardsblot Opening Ceremony (Benny Braaten and Gustav Holberg)Send us a textBenny Braaten and Gustav Holberg of Folket Bortafor Nordavinden join me in this very special interview to talk about the origins of the Midgardsblot opening ritual and what to expect from it if it's your first time going. More importantly, though, Benny and Gustav open up about what they believe makes drumming so special compared to other ways we make music, how important rhythm is to the human experience, and why it speaks so powerfully to people who get to experience such rituals and drum circles in person. If you're interested in the...2023-07-031h 34The Nordic SoundCascadian Midsummer 2023 - Thoughts, Impressions, and ReflectionsSend us a text[This episode is a test for putting other types of content from youtube onto the podcast beyond interviews.]Support the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons over on Patreon.com/nordicsoundThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons:GeorgeBetsCarrieGenLeighMikeCindyClaytonDrakeEricJamieJuliaMaryMichaelMichaelSeanSimonTony2023-07-0350 minThe Nordic Sound#13 - GangarSend us a textSupport the show: patreon.com/baldskaldJoin me in hanging out with Gangar's fiddler Mathias and drummer Dullum to learn more about making audacious folk rock while respecting the tradition that inspires them. Looking forward to seeing them at Midgardsblot 2023!Support the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons over on Patreon.com/nordicsoundThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons:GeorgeBetsCarrieGenLeighMikeCindyClaytonDrakeEric...2023-07-0343 minThe Nordic SoundAna Uribe-Law: Reggaeton and Latin American MusicologySend us a textAna Uribe-Law joins Jameson to talk about her path to musicology and the work she does as an advocate for Latin American music. Patreon.com/baldskaldSupport the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons over on Patreon.com/nordicsoundThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons:GeorgeBetsCarrieGenLeighMikeCindyClaytonDrakeEricJamieJuliaMaryMichaelMichaelSeanSimonT...2023-03-011h 00The Nordic Sound#12 - Anette AgaSend us a textPatreon.com/baldskaldSupport Anette: https://anetteagamusic.bandcamp.com/album/skyggestrand-n-kkevatnAnette Aga joins the Nordic Sound Channel to tell us about her debut album Skyggestrand Nøkkevatn, and the wonderful, beautiful world of Nordic folklore and fairytales that inspires her music and art.Support the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons over on Patreon.com/nordicsoundThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons:GeorgeBetsCarrieGenLeighMikeCindyC...2023-02-2258 minThe Nordic Sound#11 - Hindarfjäll & TorulfSend us a textNils of Hindarfjäll and Frederik of Torulf join the channel to talk about their music, how attitudes have changed in Scandinavia towards expressions of cultural heritage over the last decades, and how this is opening up exciting new opportunities for Nordic musicians to more freely explore new ideas and even reclaim heritage from stigma.Patreon.com/NordicsoundchannelPodcast: nordicsoundchannel.buzzsprout.comHindarfjäll: https://hindarfjall.bandcamp.com/Torulf: nordictribal.comSupport the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons over on...2023-01-261h 01The Nordic Sound#9 - Bjarte Eike (Barokksolistene)Send us a textThink classical music is boring? Guess again! Bjarte Eike and his Barokksolistene project have been making waves in the classical (well, technically Baroque, but you all know what I mean...) music scene through his audacious performances which dare to make this music fun and relevant to modern audiences, resulting in an incredibly charming fusion of baroque, folk, and jazz styles. Bjarte Eike's approach to baroque performance breathes new life into this old music tradition while staying true to its essence - an incredibly difficult feat to achieve!Join me in learning...2023-01-201h 57The Nordic Sound#10 - Nanna Barslev (Asynja, Huldre)Send us a textPatreon.com/nordicsoundchannelhttps://youtube.com/@UCNtd9doSiKQm8mbaSbQJEyg https://www.facebook.com/nannabarslevsangerThe wonderful Nanna Barslev (Huldre, Asynje, and more) joined me to talk about her debut album as a solo artist, how she uses her music to find balance in life, and much, much more! Lysbærer has earned high praise and acclaim across several music journalism outlets, so if you haven't had the pleasure of listening to it yet, be sure to check it out!Support the showTh...2023-01-201h 03The Nordic Sound#9 - Nordic Animism (Raven Brings Runes)Send us a textPatreon.com/nordicsoundchannelhttps://kjellbraaten.bandcamp.com/album/raven-brings-runesToday we're joined by Christine Kammerer (Jotun Revolution, Gjaldulei), Kjell Braaten (Wardruna, Nebala), and of course Rune Hjarnø Rasmussen of Nordic Animism to discuss the music project Raven Brings Runes. Raven Brings Runes is a song bridging the worlds of Animism and Music to create a discursive music experience which seeks to reconnect ourselves with humans and non-human persons alike, to transcend national borders, and cultivate a stronger sense of solidarity and hope in the face of an ab...2023-01-201h 14The Nordic Sound#8 - Kjell BraatenSend us a textPatreon.com/nordicsoundchannelKjellbraaten.comDeemed one of the "OG's" of Viking music by the chuckleheads over at the Nordic Mythology Podcast, the venerable Kjell Braaten joins the Nordic Sound Channel to talk about his album Blóta, his work with Jonas Lorentzen on Nebala, and a side quest into ethnomusicology and how music travels through cultures.Support the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons over on Patreon.com/nordicsoundThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons:George2023-01-201h 51The Nordic Sound#7 - Nytt LandSend us a textAnatoly Pakhalenko of Nytt Land joins the Nordic Sound Channel to talk about Midgardsblot, making music as a family, their American music influences inspiring the upcoming EP Blood of the West, and connecting with your land and home through music.Support the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons over on Patreon.com/nordicsoundThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons:GeorgeBetsCarrieGenLeighMikeCindyClaytonDrakeEricJamie...2023-01-1857 minThe Nordic Sound#6 - Emilie Lorentzen (Heilung)Send us a texthttp://Patreon.come/nordicsoundchannelThe incredible Emilie Lorentzen of Heilung joins me to talk about her journey in Heilung from Warrior to Singer, but even more special I think, to also talk about 'Moersmål', her debut album in the traditional folk music scene. Be sure to purchase her EP on bandcamp! Support the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons over on Patreon.com/nordicsoundThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons:GeorgeBetsCarrieGenLe...2023-01-181h 34The Nordic Sound#5 - Jonas Lorentzen (Nebala)Send us a textSupport the showIn this episode we have a first - someone who I've met before interviewing! Jonas and I met at Fire in the Mountains and again at Midgardsblot and this renaissance man somehow found the time to join us to talk about his music, his experience making music for the Northman, and how music festivals can bring people together communally as well as spiritually.Support the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons over on Patreon.com/nordicsoundThe Nordic Sound...2022-11-021h 33The Nordic Sound#4 - Hoven DrovenSend us a textKjell-Erik and Bjorn of Hoven Droven - one of my long-time favorite Swedish bands - join the channel to talk about their 30 years as a band, how they keep things fresh, and what it was like approaching their latest album. As I like to say: if you don't listen to Hoven Droven, are you really even living?Support the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons over on Patreon.com/nordicsoundThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons:GeorgeBetsCarrie2022-10-2558 min
The Nordic Sound#3 - Benny Braaten (Folket Bortafor Nordavinden)Send us a textPatreonThis week I was humbled to be joined by Benny Braaten of Folket Bortafor Nordavinden on the Nordic Sound Channel. Benny is a grizzled veteran of the Nordic music scene and it was he and the rest of FBN who led the ceremonial music for this year's Midgardsblot. Among many things, Benny shares his wisdom and experiences after many years of finding himself as a musician. We also talk about cosmic jam rock sessions in A, Midgardsblot, Harald Foss, what "viking" music is (or isn't), what it means to be...2022-09-261h 41
The Nordic Sound#2 - Rúnahild KvitbjarkanSend us a textIt's with great pleasure that I present my lovely conversation with Runahild to you all - the channel's second guest! Together we talk about her becoming Runahild, her music as healing, and why Midgardsblot is such a special place. Check out her newest album Wounded Healer - you won't be disappointed!Support the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons over on Patreon.com/nordicsoundThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons:GeorgeBetsCarrieGenLeighMike2022-09-1957 min