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If I’m honest, part of me wishes this was a Stevie Wonder cover. But that feeling disappears mighty fast when the cooing vocals and the sparkling synths kick in on this track. One half of a new double A side single from Danish duo GENTS, it is synth pop at its finest: cool, sensual and […]
Out today is Bulldog, a mini-album from Danish songwriter and producer Soleima. And what does that mean, precisely? That means impromptu dance parties over here at Nordic Spotlight HQ. The new EP is, according to the artist, the most experimental work she’s ever done. That’s pretty evident with this track. But there’s also enough of a […]
The Nordic Spotlight Monthly podcast for April 2018 is here! This time around, we’re looking ahead to albums being released this spring, including new ones from Iceage, Death By Unga Bunga, and more. Check it out here or subscribe to the podcast on iTunes and take it with you everywhere. So Cool – Death By […]
When we hear that new music from Danish popster MØ has arrived, believe us, we sit up and pay attention. And what this lovely lady has provided us is, yes, a shot of nostalgia. Her new tune is a look back at early love and all that sickly sweet joy that brings. Follow the bouncing […]
According to the press notes for the new single by Copenhagen-based artist Mattis, this young man used to be a punk rocker. It’s a throwaway detail, all told, especially when you hear the whirling electronic pop that he lends his versatile voice to. But it feels appropriate considering how daring he is with his songwriting, […]
In last Sunday’s Oscars ceremony, Get Out director Jordan Peele talked about frequently giving up on the screenplay that netted him a statue. But he stuck with it and we have an amazing movie as a result. Similarly, the Danish band Mom & Bear have been together for about six years, and have walked away from the […]
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We’re enjoying the latest EP from Danish trio (bass, drums, vocals!) Nelson Can, and think you will, too. Nelson Can Website | Facebook | SoundCloud
Earballs of the world listen up, because the charming, eccentric and provocative Danish trio WhoMadeWho have finally released a new single called I Don’t Know! Sung in Jeppe Kjellberg’s beautiful signature falsetto, with singer/bassist Tomas Høffding (who also performs as Bon Homme solo and as part of the duo Lydmor & Bon Homme) and drummer/producer […]
Danish indie electro-pop duo Bode and Brixen, aka Bodebrixen, have returned after five long years of quiet with a stellar and infectious 4th album called “Ruins”. Tracks Change It Back (disco-vibed with Spanish guitar), Feel Love (trop-pop with catchy harmonies and strings), and Town Hall Square (modern lo-fi space-pop) make “Ruins” a captivating, satisfying party music LP, which we’re pretty sure you […]