Norwegian Artists

A curated collection of Norwegian artists and musicians

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Karpe
Hip hop

Karpe (previously known as Karpe Diem between 2000 and 2018) is a Norwegian rap group from Oslo, consisting of Magdi Omar Ytreeide Abdelmaguid (b. 1984) and Chirag Rashmikant Patel (b. 1984).

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OnklP
Rap

Norwegian Rapper from Asker.

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Endless / Mikael Nyhus
Rap

Norwegian rapper and music producer, also known as Endless.

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Bare Egil
Comedian

Norwegian comedian and musician known for his humorous lyrics and behavior.

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Sirkel Sag
Hip-Hop

Norwegian musician known for his hip-hop inspired by country, blues, and bluegrass.

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Trond Viggo
Comedian

Norwegian physician, broadcaster, television host, actor, comedian, singer, songwriter.

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Halvdan Sivertsen
Singer-Songwriter

Norwegian singer-songwriter and guitarist, known for his contributions to Norwegian music and culture.

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Oslo Ess
Punk Rock Band

Norwegian punk rock band known for their energetic music and live performances.

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Stein Torleif
Singer-Songwriter

Norwegian songwriter, singer, and guitarist known for his folk music.

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Vidar Villa
Pop

Norwegian pop musician known for his catchy party songs and relatable lyrics.

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Gorgoroth
Black Metal Band

Norwegian black metal band known for its controversial stage performances and dark thematic content.

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Silja Sol
Indie Pop

Norwegian indie pop artist known for her unique sound and moving lyrics.

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John Olav Nilsen
Rock-Pop

Norwegian rock-pop musician.

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Banana Airlines
Band

Norwegian band known for their humorous and satirical songs.

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Kari Bremnes
Singer-Songwriter

Norwegian singer and songwriter known for her enchanting voice and soul-stirring melodies.

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Black Debbath
Hard Rock

Norwegian hard rock/metal band known for their humorous and politically incorrect lyrics.

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Chris Holsten
Singer-Songwriter

Norwegian singer, songwriter, and producer known for his hit songs and captivating performances.

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Odd Nordstoga
Folk

Norwegian folk singer, musician, actor, and editor known for his fusion of pop and Norwegian folk music.

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Tungtvann
Hip Hop

Norwegian hip hop group known for pioneering the Norwegian dialect rap.

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Erlend Ropstad
Rock

Norwegian singer and songwriter known for his intense rock music and critically acclaimed songwriting.

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Ondt Blod
Hardcore

Norwegian hardcore band known for their intense and politically charged music.

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Kaizers Orchestra
Alternative Rock

Norwegian alternative rock band known for their unique sound combining rock, folk, and Balkan influences.

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Dumdum Boys
Rock

Norwegian rock band from Trondheim, known for their influential role in Norwegian rock music.

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Isengard
Black Metal

Norwegian black/Viking metal solo project of Fenriz, the drummer of Darkthrone.

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John Doe
Rock

American singer, songwriter, actor, poet, guitarist, and bass player, co-founder of the LA punk band X.

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Valkyrien Allstars
Folk

Norwegian Hardingfele Trio whose music is based on Norwegian traditional folk music.

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Postgirobygget
Rock

Norwegian rock band from Trondheim known for their hit songs and energetic performances.

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Kristian Kristensen
Pop

A Norwegian singer/songwriter from Harstad, Norway. He started his solo career in 2013 through the Norwegian TV-show The Voice, and signed with Warner Music Norway in 2015.

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MinTrio
Pop

Party-pop band from Bodø that wants to write songs for the people with charm and a slight comedic hint.

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Kajander
Pop

After a smashing career-start in 2016, Kajander toured Norway, got A-listed on NRK P1, got signed to universal, and had great success with his first singles. Then it went quiet. After a personal crash after the sudden success, Kajander took a break, finished his law studies and found himself again. Now - The prominent artist from Lofoten in northern norway is ready, more experienced, more creative, and more playful than ever. First out is the single "Grenseløs". A song about living without limitations.

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Marius Melua
Pop

"Guy from Bodø that sometimes make music" - Quote from his spotify profile.

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Sondre Justad
Pop

Famous Norwegian Singer-Songwriter made it big with his debut album "Riv i hjærtet" in 2015.

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Rægnvær
Pop

Five childhood-friends from Bodø that plays energic and catchy tunes.

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Kråkesølv
Rock

Few bands from Northern Norway can show the same list of achievements as Kråkesølv from Bodø. There have been six critically acclaimed albums, hundreds of club concerts, a Spellemann Award, and performances on Norway's largest festival stages.

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Fordrekord
Pop

The sextet from Haugesund/Stavanger is known for intense live shows and strong songs, which have made them local favorites on both club and festival stages.

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Bjørn Eidsvåg
Pop

Norwegian singer/songwriter Bjørn Eidsvåg has been a staple on the Nordic pop scene since the 1970s. Born in 1954 in Sauda, Norway, Eidsvåg has worked as both a solo artist and behind the scenes with other musicians. An ordained Lutheran minister, Eidsvåg often references his Christian beliefs in his music though often in ways that are open-minded, thought-provoking, and critical of organized religion. He has released more than a few albums, beginning with Inn for Landing in 1976. ~ Matt Collar, Rovi

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Unge Ferrari
Hip-hop

Unge Ferrari's debut album "Til Mine Venner" in 2015 and hit single "Hvis Du Vil (Med Tomine Harket)" brought him critical acclaim and a Norwegian Grammy nomination. Known for his unique blend of classic RnB with futuristic 808-beats and melodic style, Ferrari's music offers a distinctive and adventurous sound. His collaborations, including the EP "Hva Er Vi Nå // H.E.V.N. //" and the project "MARS" with Karpe Diem and Arif, have topped charts and earned him multiple gold and platinum plaques.

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Gabrielle
Pop

Gabrielle Leithaug (born 10 January 1985 in Bergen, Norway) better known by her mononym artist name Gabrielle, is a Norwegian Electropop singer signed to Universal Music.[1]

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Eva Weel Skram
Pop

In recent years, Eva Weel Skram has become one of Norway's most beloved artists. Known for songs like "Selmas sang" (from Snøfall) and "Falle til ro" (from Netflix's Home For Christmas), she gained widespread acclaim with her 2018 album "Finne heim," featuring hits like "Berre la meg vær" and "Hold meg." Her music, blending heartfelt lyrics and captivating melodies, has resonated deeply, earning gold status. She also released "Sleppe tak" in 2021 and collaborated with artists like Odd Nordstoga. Eva first gained fame with the duo Eva & The Heartmaker, known for hits like "Gone In A Flash."

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Vamp
Folk-rock

Norwegian folk-rock band Vamp debuted in 1993 with the award-winning album Godmorgen, Søster, featuring the hit "Tir N'a Noir." Founded in 1990 in Haugesund, the band's lineup has evolved over the years, with notable members including Jan Toft and Vidar Johnsen. Vamp's music blends folk and rock elements, earning critical acclaim and commercial success. Their follow-up albums, like Horisont (1994) and 13 Humler (1996), continued their chart success. Noteworthy albums include Siste Stikk (2005) and St. Mandag (2008). Vamp remains a staple in Norwegian music, known for their rich, melodic sound and poetic lyrics.

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Cezinando
Pop

Kristoffer Cezinando Karlsen (born August 3, 1995 in Oslo), known professionally as Cezinando, is a Norwegian singer, rapper, and songwriter. He has a Norwegian mother and a Portuguese father, and spent a part of his childhood in Lisbon. He has won two P3 Gold awards for his work. His album Noen ganger og andre (Some times and others) was the best selling Norwegian-language album of 2017 in Norway. It was nominated for IMPALA's European Album of the Year Award.[1]

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Bendik
Pop

Silje Halstensen (born May 4, 1990) is a Norwegian musician known by the stage name Bendik. She has released five albums and was nominated for the Spellemannprisen in 2014, 2016, and 2019. Originally from Bergen, though she grew up and started her music career in Bodø.

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Erik Og Kriss
Hip-hop

Erik og Kriss, sometimes styled as Erik & Kriss, is a Norwegian rap group created by Erik Mortvedt and Kristoffer Tømmerbakke. The duo gained popularity through the Internet with the song "Bærumsgrammatikk" in 2004, followed by "Putt Diamanter Opp" in 2006. In 2007, they released their first album, Gull og Grønne Skoger, and followed it with their second album, Verden Vil Bedras, in early 2008. Their popularity grew further with the release of their second album, initially through the single "Dra Tilbake" at the end of 2007, and more significantly with "Det E'kke Meg Det Er Deg" in mid-2008. Record sales, frequent airplay on many of Norway's radio stations, and frequent performances propelled them to become one of Norway's most popular rap and hip hop artists.

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Klovner I Kamp
Hip-hop

Klovner I Kamp (Clowns in battle) is a Norwegian hip-hop group from Tåsen in Oslo, formed in 1994 by Alis (Aslak Hartberg) and Dr. S (Sveinung Eide). They soon added Dansken (Esben Selvig), who was born in Denmark. The group won the Spellemannprisen for hip hop in 2001.

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Jaa9 & Onklp
Hip-hop

Jaa9 & OnklP is a Norwegian rapping duo made up of Jaa9 (real name Johnny Engdal Silseth) and OnklP (real name Pål Tøien).[1] Both are members of the Norwegian rap collective Dirty Oppland.

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deLillos
Pop

One of the preeminent Norwegian pop/rock bands of the 1980s, deLillos made their break-out debut in 1986 with Suser Avgårde, followed by numerous hit albums.

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Admiral P
Reggae

Admiral P, born in Zambia, spent his first 13 years there before moving to Norway. With a Norwegian father and Zambian mother, he had a unique upbringing. Inspired by his mother's reggae records, he started the soundsystem Jah Ark Manifest with Daniel Lion and Jah-Tea in 1999. They have been spreading reggae music ever since. Known for his unique style, Admiral P has become a prominent figure in Norwegian music, winning a Spellemann for "Engel" in 2015. His hits include "Engel," "Snakke Litt," "Spinnvill," "Fy faen," and "Livet er så sweet."

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vinni
Hip-hop

Øyvind Sauvik, known as Vinni, is a Norwegian hip-hop artist and entertainer. He gained fame with the successful hip-hop duo Paperboys, which shaped the genre in Norway during the 2000s. After releasing five albums with Paperboys, Vinni began his solo career in 2012, releasing a debut album that peaked at number 1. His singles "Sommerfuggel i vinterland," "Godmorgen Norge," "Halve Meg," and "Glorie" became national treasures.

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Kevin Lauren
Rap

Norwegian Rapper, songwriter and realityshow participant

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Ballinciaga
Pop

Ballinciaga is a prominent Norwegian boyband that gained widespread attention in 2021 with their song “Loud Luxury,” which topped the charts for an extended period. Since then, they have released tracks like “Dans på Bordet,” which became the most streamed song in 2022 and held the number one position for over 50 days. Ballinciaga set a Norwegian record by having 8 songs simultaneously in the Top 50 and were the most streamed artists in Norway in 2022. The three masked members continue to make their mark in the music scene.

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Siri Nilsen
Folk, Pop

Siri Anne Nilsen (born 1985) is a Norwegian singer, musician, songwriter, actor, and dancer. Her music can be described as being in the folk, pop, and chanson genres.

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Yellowroots
Pop

This Oslo band has for some time been active in a niche area of the Norwegian music scene with their catchy songs and occasionally wild concerts. External sources describe Yellowroots as an unserious band with serious songs. Others have said that the concert experience feels like being at a party with the cool guys.

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Rotlaus
Folk-rock

Rotlaus has quickly become one of Norway’s most sought-after live bands. The band tours with sold-out performances from the north to the south of the country. With over 300 million plays, it is evident that this is a band with many popular songs. They are known for their solid production and live shows. Heavy, honest, and genuine.

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Kamelen
Rap / Hip-Hop

Norwegian Rapper from Bergen.

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Morgan Suele
Pop