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The Nordic Sound#60 - Einar Selvik of Wardruna | Birna, Fire in the Mountains, and MoreSend us a textLive from the Pike's Peak Center in Colorado Springs, Einar and Jameson sit down for a retrospective on Wardruna’s “Birna” and the historic Fire in the Mountains festival in Montana this past July.Jameson Foster is an ethnomusicologist at the University of Colorado Boulder specializing in Nordic music traditions. Thumbnail photo: Morten MuntheSupport the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons over on Patreon.com/nordicsound BarMonicaEmberGeorgeBetsCar...
2025-09-2140 minThe Nordic Sound
The Nordic Sound#58 - MÍO | Live from Midgardsblot 2025Send us a textLive from Midgardsblot, MÍO returns to the Nordic Sound for a second time for an interview about their signing with ByNorse, their new album "Hva Nå", and how they use creatures of folklore to tell their stories about modern issues through their lyrics.Support the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons over on Patreon.com/nordicsound BarMonicaEmberGeorgeBetsCarrieGenLeighMikeCindyClaytonDrake
2025-09-0743 minThe Nordic Sound
The Nordic Sound#57 - Mathias Dahlsveen (Vanvidd) | Live from MidgardsblotSend us a textIn this installment of the Nordic Sound live from Midgardsblot, Jameson the Garden Gnome is joined by Mathias Dahlsveen of Norwegian folk metal band Vanvidd for a chat about the band's history and how they approach their own style of folk metal in their latest album Avlivsritualer. Featuring special guest, BorrepusI highly recommend checking out Vanvidd's discography if you haven't already.Avlivsritualer: https://vanvidd.bandcamp.com/album/avlivsritualerSupport the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons over on Patreon...
2025-08-2434 minThe Nordic Sound
The Nordic Sound#56 - Johannes Geworkian Hellman (Symbio) | A Nordic Hurdy-Gurdy VirtuosoSend us a textJohannes Geworkian Hellman is one of the foremost names in the Nordic folk music sphere today, impressing audiences the world over with his acrobatic and innovative approach to an often underestimated instrument - the Hurdy-Gurdy.Johannes sits down with Jameson for Nordic Sound 56 to reflect on his Hurdy-Gurdy journey and his own identity as a musician, the story of his acclaimed gurdy/accordion duo Symbio with Lars Emil Öjeberget, and his recent collaboration with highly regarded kantele player Maija Kauhanen. I think this is an especially important episode for th...
2025-07-241h 36The Nordic Sound
The Nordic Sound#55 - Björn Kaidel (Akleja, Plønk) | Scandinavian Folk Music in GermanySend us a textBjörn Kaidel (Akleja, Plønk) joins Nordic Sound #55 to talk about how the Scandinavian folk revival of recent decades is leading to renewed interest among German musicians to reclaim a folk music tradition of their own. Diving deeper, Björn and Jameson discuss the importance of medieval folk/rock bands such as In Extremo and Faun in keeping some semblance of folk music alive in Germany, how the folk revival is using archival work and manuscripts to reclaim a lost tradition, and the old connections between all folk musics of Europe and bey...
2025-07-131h 18The Nordic Sound
The Nordic Sound#54 - Mia Guldhammer (Virelai) | Danish Folk Music, Medieval Ballads, and Viking ReenactmentsSend us a textPlease join me in welcoming the inimitable Mia Guldhammer to Nordic Sound #54. Performing with acts such as Virelai, Mallebrok, and now Guldganger, Mia has long made a name for herself as a passionate keeper and performer of the Scandinavian ballad tradition at Medieval markets and reenactments, as well as a celebrated vocalist in the Danish folk music scene. Mia takes us through her experience in both, diving deep into the enchanting world of medieval balladry, how we keep them alive (and meaningful) today, and how we can bridge the worlds of traditional folk...
2025-06-151h 44The Nordic Sound
The Nordic Sound#53 - Levina Storåkern | Indie Nordic Folk, Musicianship, and "Månadsvill"Send us a textMost known through her bands Diket and Ævestaden, Levina Storåkern joins Nordic Sound #53 to talk about her recently released solo endeavor “Månadsvill”. Captivated on the first listen, Jameson sits down with this rising star to talk about her songwriting process and the inspirations that went into the record, as well as learning more about her journey as a folk musician. Along the way, we also get into a pretty interesting discussion about how we understand others through their music, and the importance of understanding what kind of musician you are so you can...
2025-06-081h 29The Nordic Sound
The Nordic SoundAlbum Review: Maija Kauhanen and Johannes Geworkian Hellman, "Migrating"Send us a textPainting vivid impressionistic landscapes through their ancient instruments, Nordic folk titans Maija Kauhanen and Johannes Geworkian Hellman join forces on their debut album Migrating. Each of these musicians are heavy hitters, or even icons, if I could be so bold  on their respective instruments, Maija on kantele and Johannes on hurdy-gurdy, so I have been fairly curious in the lead up to this record to see how these musicians were going to pull off blending these instruments which, despite being rather ancient, have seldom been put together, and certainly not at this caliber.
2025-06-0408 minThe Nordic Sound
The Nordic Sound#52 - Ritual Music with Faber Horbach (Sowulo)Send us a textFaber Horbach of Sowulo joins the Nordic Sound for episode 52 to talk about Sowulo’s origins, the recent tour, and walk us through the band’s development from Alvenrad to Wurdiz. We also get into a pretty good discussion about artistic integrity when bridging music, mythology, and history. Thanks for hanging out, Faber!0:00 Intro1:08 Europoean Tour, Echoes and Mervailles, Opening for Heilung12:52 Early Sowulo26:30 Alvenrad29:34 Sol35:08 Artistic Integrity47:39 Mann55:56 Grima1:03:20 Wurdiz1:14:16 What’s Next?Support the showThe Nordic...
2025-06-011h 18The Nordic Sound
The Nordic SoundAlbum Review: Noiduin, "Lovi"Send us a textRooted in ancient Finnish lore, Noiduin emerges with their first full-length album Lovi, an homage to an otherworldly state or space, a rift between worlds, and a place of crossing where the veil between the living and the dead thins. With a sound palette dominated by tagelharpa, percussion, kantele, and raw ethereal voices, Lovi brings songs both new and revisited to their already impressive repertoire.Support the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons over on Patreon.com/nordicsound BarMonica...
2025-05-2809 minThe Nordic Sound
The Nordic Sound#51 - Hedningarna with Anders NoruddeSend us a textAnders Norudde is one of the minds behind the legendary Hedningarna - a band whose influence is still felt throughout the world of Nordic folk music today. With their reputation for bringing a more raw, primal, and percussive energy to traditional folk music, Hedningarna was one of a handful of bands out of Sweden in the 90s who pushed the boundaries of what folk music can be.With Hedningarna's lasting influence on Nordic music today, cited as influences on the likes of Einar Selvik, Maria Franz, and others, we are truly...
2025-05-2557 minThe Nordic Sound
The Nordic SoundAlbum Review: MÍO, "Hva Nå?"Send us a textAs you all know, MÍO's debut record Ingen Tid å Miste earned the top spot on my 2023 Nordic Sound Top 10 list. All these years later, I still stand by what I’ve said before: not only does MÍO weave a musical experience like no other, but their electrifying live performances put them in a league of their own. But Ingen Tid å Miste had the benefit of being without precedent. The sophomore album, on the other hand, is the arena in which a band like MÍO needs to buckle in and put...
2025-05-1912 minThe Nordic Sound
The Nordic Sound#50 - Pain and Performance Art with Ingrid Auné FalchSend us a textIngrid returns to the Nordic Sound for the 50th episode to talk about her recent performance project "Echoes" with Maria Franz and her solo project "Piina" - a multi-movement work seeking to explore the theme of pain through music. With no responsible adult in the room to keep us on track, we meander quite a bit through conversations about the effects of social media on live performance, the way pain is (or isn't) processed in our daily lives, and the importance of recycling. The interview concludes with Ingrid teasing upcoming new m...
2025-05-181h 09The Nordic Sound
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 39The Nordic Sound
The 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 06The Nordic Sound
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
The 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
The 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
The 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/nordicsound BarMonica
2025-02-201h 07The Nordic Sound
The 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
The 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
The 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
The 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 minThe Nordic Sound
The 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
The 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
The 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
The Nordic Sound#38 - Mari Boine InterviewSend 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
The 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
The 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 23The Nordic Sound
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 48Will I Vike It?
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 14The Nordic Sound
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 minThe Nordic Sound
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 minThe Nordic Sound
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/nordicsound BarMonicaEmberGeorgeBetsCarrieGenLeighMikeCindyClaytonDrakeEricJamieJuliaMaryMichaelMichaelSeanSimonTonyYou too can support the project at patreon.com/nordicsound
2024-07-1212 minThe Nordic Sound
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
The 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 07The Nordic Sound
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/nordicsound BarMonicaEmberGeorgeBetsCarrieGenLeigh...
2024-06-011h 04The Nordic Sound
The 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 32The Nordic Sound
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/nordicsound BarMonicaEmber
2024-05-181h 08The Nordic Sound
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
The 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
The 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
The 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/nordicsound BarMonicaEmberGeorgeBetsCarrieGenLeighMikeCindyClaytonDrakeEricJamieJulia...
2024-04-131h 34The Nordic Sound
The 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
The 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
The 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/nordicsound
2024-03-2557 minThe Nordic Sound
The 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 Sound
The 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
The 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 Sound
The 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 minThe Nordic Sound
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 Sound
The 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 Sound
The 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/nordicsound BarMonicaEmberGeorgeBetsCarrieGenLeighMikeCindyClaytonDrakeEricJamieJuliaMaryMichael
2023-12-1520 minThe Nordic Sound
The 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 Sound
The 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/nordicsound BarMonicaEmberGeorgeBetsCarrieGenLeighMikeCindyClaytonDrakeEricJamieJuliaMary...
2023-11-1320 minThe Nordic Sound
The 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 Sound
The 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/nordicsound BarMonicaEmberGeorgeBetsCarrieGenLeighMikeCindyClaytonDrakeEricJamieJuliaMaryMichaelMichaelSeanSimonTonyYou too can support the project at patreon.com/nordicsound
2023-08-0413 minThe Nordic Sound
The 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/nordicsound BarMonicaEmberGeorgeBetsCarrieGenLeigh
2023-07-031h 21The Nordic Sound
The 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/nordicsound BarMonicaEmberGeorgeBetsCarrieGenLeigh...
2023-07-031h 29The Nordic Sound
The 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/nordicsound BarMonicaEmberGeorgeBetsCarrieGenLeighMikeCindyClayton
2023-07-0357 minThe Nordic Sound
The 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 Sound
The 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/nordicsound BarMonicaEmberGeorgeBetsCarrieGenLeighMikeCindyClaytonDrakeEricJamieJuliaMaryMichaelMichaelSeanSimonTonyYou too can support the project at patreon...
2023-07-0350 minThe Nordic Sound
The 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/nordicsound BarMonicaEmberGeorgeBetsCarrieGenLeighMikeCindyClaytonDrakeEricJamie
2023-07-0343 minThe Nordic Sound
The 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/nordicsound BarMonicaEmberGeorgeBetsCarrieGenLeighMikeCindyClaytonDrakeEricJamieJuliaMaryMichaelMichaelSeanSimonTony
2023-03-011h 00The Nordic Sound
The 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/nordicsound BarMonicaEmberGeorgeBetsCarrieGenLeighMikeCindyClayton
2023-02-2258 minThe Nordic Sound
The 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
The 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/nordicsound BarMonicaEmberGeorgeB...
2023-01-201h 51The Nordic Sound
The 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
The 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
The 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
The 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/nordicsound BarMonicaEmberGeorgeBetsCarrieGenLeighMikeCindyClaytonDrakeEricJamieJulia
2023-01-1857 minThe Nordic Sound
The 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/nordicsound BarMonicaEmberGeorgeBetsCarrieGenLeigh
2023-01-181h 34The Nordic Sound
The 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/nordicsound Bar
2022-11-021h 33The Nordic Sound
The 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/nordicsound BarMonicaEmberGeorgeBetsCarrie...
2022-10-2558 minThe Nordic Sound
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 41The Nordic Sound
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/nordicsound BarMonicaEmberGeorgeBetsCarrieGenLeighMike...
2022-09-1957 minThe Nordic Sound
The Nordic SoundPatreon - Toss a Coin To Your Skald!Send us a textStarting today, for the price of a to-go coffee a month, you can help keep the lights on around here and in return you get some pretty neat bonuses. Listen to the episode or watch the youtube video, and head on over to patreon.com/thenordicsoundchannel to become a patron today and toss a coin to your skald :)Support the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons over on Patreon.com/nordicsound BarMonicaEmberGeorgeBetsCarrie
2022-09-0805 minThe Nordic Sound
The Nordic SoundHeilung, "Drif" Album ReviewSend us a textHow does one even begin to "review" a Heilung album? Unless you haven't been on Youtube since 2017, Heilung is a music group with such a unique musical, spiritual, and performative experience, that reviewing their music is quite a daunting task. However, because it's Jameson's job, he's going to try anyway using the album's single "Tenet" as the foundation. Nordicsoundchannel.comSupport the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons over on Patreon.com/nordicsound BarMonicaEmberGeorgeBets
2022-09-0211 minThe Nordic Sound
The Nordic SoundAmon Amarth, "Great Heathen Army" Album Review (Hello from Norway!)Send us a textIn this episode of the Nordic Sound Channel, Jameson discusses his mixed feelings on the latest album from Amon Amarth - the Swedish metal band that got him hooked on Nordic metal in the first place. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a comment/review to help grow the show!Nordicsoundchannel.com(P.s. reminder that Cricket the parrot is my cohost, and will chime in with his own opinion from time to time)Support the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons...
2022-08-1511 minThe Nordic Sound
The Nordic SoundWardruna, "First Flight of the White Raven", Fire in the Mountain Festival, and MidgardsblótSend us a textFor the last episode of the summer, Jameson returns to review and discuss Wardruna's latest album, his trip to the Fire in the Mountain Festival in the Tetons, and his upcoming trip to Midgardsblót in Norway. Follow the instagram account @nordicsoundchannel or the subreddit r/nordicsoundSupport the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons over on Patreon.com/nordicsound BarMonicaEmberGeorgeBetsCarrieGenLeighMikeCindyClaytonD...
2022-08-0109 minThe Nordic Sound
The Nordic SoundSara Futtrup, "Jordens Åndedrag" - The Nordic Sound Today 6/29/22Send us a textToday we're taking a listen to up-and-coming artist Sara Futtrup and her beautiful jazzy album with a folk touch "Jordens Åndedrag" or "Breath of the Earth". Catch it wherever you listen to music!Support the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons over on Patreon.com/nordicsound BarMonicaEmberGeorgeBetsCarrieGenLeighMikeCindyClaytonDrakeEricJamieJuliaMaryMichaelMichaelS...
2022-06-3008 minThe Nordic Sound
The Nordic SoundHoven Droven, "Trad" - Nordic Sound Today 4/27/22Send us a textWe return to our regularly scheduled programming this week to get to know one of my favorite Swedish music acts, Hoven Droven! Their 2021 album "Trad" is nominated for an Swedish Grammy which will be hosted in a few weeks. Let's have a listen to this chaotic folk-rock-jazz fusion band's latest album to see what there is to love about Hoven Droven (spoiler: there's a LOT to love!)Support the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons over on Patreon.com/nordicsound Bar...
2022-04-2710 minThe Nordic Sound
The Nordic Sound[Norway] Episode 12: Christian Sinding, the Black Sheep of Norwegian Music HistorySend us a textToday we kick off a two-part series re-evaluating late-19th century composers whose legacies were forever marred by the Nazi occupation of Norway. In this episode, we talk about Christian Sinding, who, in his own time, was considered an equal of Grieg and Svendsen despite having nothing to do with Norwegian nationalism or patriotism and most of his success coming from Germany. Do you think Sinding's legacy deserves a second look? Listen in and decide for yourself!Support the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons over...
2022-04-2512 minThe Nordic Sound
The Nordic Sound[Norway] Episode 11: Johan Halvorsen, The Norwegian ConcertmasterSend us a textWith marching giants, fiddling trolls, and roaring saga dramas, Johan Halvorsen brought his love of all things dramatic and theatrical to the music life of Oslo through the 300+ concerts he led over the course of his 20 year career, and his music is everything you could want from a staunch Norwegianist composer. Not to mention making opera popular in Norway, which was no small feat! Don't forget to leave a review and subscribe to the podcast!Theamericanskald.comSupport the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its...
2022-04-1119 minThe Nordic Sound
The Nordic SoundTyr, "Ragnar's Kvæ∂i" with the Faroe Island Symphony Orchestra - Nordic Sound Today 4/6/22Send us a textToday we're going to follow up on a discussion about Faroese music tradition with Ale Carr and talk about the Faroese ring dance tradition while also bringing Faroese metal act Tyr's latest collaboration with the Faroe Island Symphony Orchestra, "Night at the Nordic House" into the conversation. This is the Channel's first episode about heavy metal, so I hope you enjoy it! Theamericanskald.comSupport the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons over on Patreon.com/nordicsound BarMonicaEmber
2022-04-0610 minThe Nordic Sound
The Nordic Sound#1 - Ale Carr of Dreamer's CircusSend us a textIn this special episode I sit down with Ale Carr of Dreamers' Circus - the channel's very first guest! Ale and I talk about some of the history behind traditional Nordic Folk music as we know it today and the vision behind the music of Dreamers' Circus - particularly how it plays into their upcoming album and their most recent single Brestiskvæ∂i (Brestiskvaedi), based on an old Faroese ballad! Dreamers' Circus's new album Lost Swans will be available on April 8th, 2022!Support the showThe Nordic Soun...
2022-04-0446 minThe Nordic Sound
The Nordic SoundKnut Buen, "Sound of Telemark" and "Edvard Grieg: Slåtter" - Nordic Sound Today 4/1/22Send us a textToday we continue our Hardanger fiddling marathon with Norwegian music titan Knut Buen. Join the mailing list at theamericanskald.com for early access to next Monday's interview with Ale Carr of Dreamers' Circus!Support the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons over on Patreon.com/nordicsound BarMonicaEmberGeorgeBetsCarrieGenLeighMikeCindyClaytonDrakeEricJamieJuliaMaryMichaelMichael...
2022-04-0115 minThe Nordic Sound
The Nordic SoundJohanne Flottorp & The Northern Belle, "Hitterdal" and "Chicago" - Nordic Sound Today 3/30/22Send us a textTo kick off our two week Hardanger fiddle marathon, we're going to be looking at a captivating up-and-coming Hardanger fiddlers Johanne Flottorp with her newest album "Hitterdal" and take a peak at the latest Northern Belle single Chicago - the Norwegian/Americana fusion band she fiddles for. Very cool stuff!Support the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons over on Patreon.com/nordicsound BarMonicaEmberGeorgeBetsCarrieGenLeighMikeCindy
2022-03-3015 minThe Nordic Sound
The Nordic Sound[Norway] Episode 10: Edvard Grieg, the Life and Legacy of a Mountain KingSend us a textThis week, I ask you to join me in learning the life and legacy of one of music history's most beloved, but just as misunderstood composers, Edvard Grieg. This special episode is essentially my thesis condensed into a 30 minute podcast episode, and will cover Grieg's upbringing, education, personal life, his place as Scandinavia's most significant musicians, and the mark he left on Parisian culture during the Belle Epoque as one of its most popular composers. In the process, we will better understand how Grieg left a remarkable and personal influence on the generations...
2022-03-2839 minThe Nordic Sound
The Nordic SoundDreamers' Circus, "Befal du dine veje" - Nordic Sound Today, 3/23/22Send us a textThis week I'll be reviewing one of "new nordic" folk band Dreamers' Circus' singles for their upcoming EP "Lost Swans". Visit theamericanskald.com to join the mailing list, or join the reddit community over at r/nordicsound to join in on the conversation!Support the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons over on Patreon.com/nordicsound BarMonicaEmberGeorgeBetsCarrieGenLeighMikeCindyClaytonDrakeEric...
2022-03-2312 minThe Nordic Sound
The Nordic Sound[Norway] Episode 9: Johan Svendsen, Norway's Symphonic Beginnings pt. IISend us a textThis week, we get to know a Norwegian titan of old - a virtuoso-turned-symphonist hailed in his own time as a masterful composer and conductor, who has since fallen out of the spotlight of music history. His works include grand sweeping symphonies, a captivating violin concerto complete with moving lyrical passages and invigorating dance rhythms, and of course, folk tune arrangements that may or may not be about saeter girls... Join us at r/nordicsound or visit me at my website theamericanskald.com!Support the showThe Nordic Sound...
2022-03-2111 minThe Nordic Sound
The Nordic SoundWardruna, "Skugge" - The Nordic Sound Today 3/16/22Send us a text[NOTE: Podcasting apps are adding a dead-air period of about 20 seconds after the intro. This dead air is not present on the Buzzsprout website. Hopefully it will get fixed soon!] Welcome to the newest addition to the Nordic Sound Channel - The Nordic Sound Today, where I will be reviewing and discussing current events and releases in the world of Nordic music and culture. Today, I will be reviewing Wardruna's newest single Skugge from their upcoming live album First Flight of the White Raven, releasing April 22, 2022.Support the show
2022-03-1611 minThe Nordic Sound
The Nordic Sound[Norway] Episode 8: Otto Winter-Hjelm - Norway's Symphonic Beginnings, Pt. ISend us a textThis week is the first part of a two part series looking at Norway's symphonic beginnings, where we get to know Otto Winter-Hjelm, a somewhat obscure, but nevertheless charismatic, figure of Norwegian music history. Remember to like, subscribe, comment, and leave a review, and follow the channel over at r/nordicsound or americanskald.nordicsound on Instagram!Support the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons over on Patreon.com/nordicsound BarMonicaEmberGeorgeBetsCarrieGen
2022-03-1410 minThe Nordic Sound
The Nordic Sound[Norway] Episode 7: First Lady of Norwegian Art Music, Agathe Backer-GrøndahlSend us a textIn this episode we learn about the life and legacy of one of Norway's most compelling soloists, Agathe Backer-Grøndahl. Along with Edvard Grieg and Johan Svendsen, Agathe was one of the leading figures of Norway's "Golden Age" of music.Performance of "Tre Sanger" by Noelle McMurtry: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ck6uipiKMccSupport the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons over on Patreon.com/nordicsound BarMonicaEmberGeorgeBetsCarrieG...
2022-03-0710 minThe Nordic Sound
The Nordic Sound[Norway] Episode 6: Halfdan Kjerulf, the "Norwegian Schubert"Send us a textHalfdan Kjerulf may not be as widely known as Ole Bull, but he played an equally important role in the development of Norway's classical music culture on the home front. Come and learn about what made this composer so unique, and why he's known to some as the "Norwegian Schubert"Syng, Syng Nattergal Du: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jotKFzcY7FUPiano Miniatures: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O3kKwaZbPaASupport the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons...
2022-02-2120 minThe Nordic Sound
The Nordic Sound[Norway] Episode 5: Ole Bull, The "Norwegian Norseman from Norway," The "Paganini of the North"Send us a textFrom Robert Schumann to Franz Liszt, the King of Denmark to the Queen Dowager of Naples, and from Mark Twain to Longfellow, Ole Bull left a lasting impression on all who heard him play, yet his legacy has somehow been lost to time. Join me in learning about this "Paganini of the North" and how he went from failing out of college to winning the hearts and minds of audiences and icons all across the Western world. Listen to his "Norges Fjelde" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fi3wq5SXhIE
2022-02-0733 minThe Nordic Sound
The Nordic Sound[Norway] Episode 4: Unsung Women of Early Norwegian Romanticism, Olea Crøger and Camilla CollettSend us a textToday we get acquainted with two women whose work would set foundation for Norway's 'Golden Age' of music - the age that gave us Grieg, Svendsen, Backer-Grøhndal, and others. Alas, because of the male-dominated state of publishing, both Olea Crøger and Camilla Collett had to have their work published along with work done by men. Effectively, their names faded into the background as their work remained front and center.Support the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons over on Patreon.com/nordicsound...
2022-01-3109 minThe Nordic Sound
The Nordic Sound[Norway] Episode 3: Into the Mountains with Waldemar Thrane and L.M. LindemannSend us a textIf you came here for giants, fjords, witchcraft, and fairytales, then your time has finally come! For, with this week's composers, we're finally in the Romantic era with Waldemar Thrane's "Fjeldeventyret" and L.M. Lindemann's journeys through Western Norway in search of the "essence" of Norwegian music. Things are gonna get far more "Norwegian" from here on out, so warm up some gløgg and make yourself comfortable!Support the showThe Nordic Sound is supported by its patrons over on Patreon.com/nordicsound Bar
2022-01-2419 minThe Nordic Sound
The Nordic Sound[Norway] Episode 2: A Tale of Two Berlins, Johan Daniel and Johan HeinrichSend us a textThis week we meet Norway's first two recorded composers: Johan Daniel and Johan Heinrich Berlin, representing the Baroque and Classical eras respectively! Episodes now on Youtube! Come visit me at theamericanskald.com or the r/nordicsound subreddit, or follow me on Instagram @american.skald or youtube at The American Skald channel. Don't forget to leave a comment, review, or subscribe if you're enjoying the content! Recommended works: Johan Daniel Berlin, "Sinfonia a 5 for Cornetto and Strings in D Major"; Johan Heinrich Berlin, "Clarinet Symphony in D Major".Support the show
2022-01-1714 minThe Nordic Sound
The Nordic SoundWelcome to Norway: A Nation Forged by Wind and TideSend us a textAnd we're back! New episodes roughly every other Wednesday (depending on my course workload)! This first episode is meant to be a primer on Norwegian history up to the 18th century, when classical music in Norway really starts to get going. Be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and follow @american.skald on instagram and on the subreddit r/nordicsound! Visit my website theamericanskald.com to leave a donation, as I like to leave the podcast ad free! Episodes now available on Youtube along with all major podcasting platforms!Support the...
2022-01-1715 min