Bransjevelter 7 out now
The new compilation "Bransjevelter 7" is out now and available on all digital platforms as well as a free CD in record stores across Europe: http://www.fysiskformat.no/wp_ff/new-compilation-bransjevelter-7-out-now/
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Magnus Carlsson + Tiger Stripes = Tandem Sky
Weeping Willows frontman Magnus Carlsson has a new project together with DJ/producer Mikael Nordgren (Tiger Stripes) called Tandem Sky. The group's new EP "Hurricane" is out now and also features Britta Persson doing guest vocals on the title cut.
New Fatboy album coming in September
Swedish rockabilly act Fatboy has announced that their new album "Love Creole" will be released on September 26 via . The first single "Walk your way" will be out on August 27 and will be available both as a digital download and a limited 7".
Sometimes 2nd best is the winner
The readers of Tidningen Liljeholmen-Älvsjö have spoken: "Napalm över Stureplan" is the 2nd best song about Stockholm; the first place winner is irrelevant.
Hero Dishonest licensed to the US, tour in 2013?
reports that Hero Dishonest's most recent album "Dangerous" has finally been licensed for release in the US via later this year (or early next) along with the band's yet-to-be-released album, just in time for their next American tour in the spring. More details when I get 'em.
September going solo på svenska
Petra Marklund, better known to most as Swedish pop artist September, will be releasing her first proper solo album under her own name this fall on October 24 via . It will feature production and songwriting assistance from a number of acclaimined artists including Jocke Berg (Kent), Daniel Ledinsky and Saska Becker and will also be her first release entirely in Swedish.
Presenting: Keep Rising
New Swedish hardcore by way of featuring members from Meleeh, Gadget and In Ruins Of. Digital files are available now, the 7" version will be ready on July 22.
Magyar Posse is done
The excellent Finnish instrumental/postrock act Magyar Posse has officially called it quits, citing "lack of passion and motivation" as the culprits. Read the band's full statement: https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=10150930301458823&id=21392133822
The Pain Machinery - Restart (trailer)
The official trailer for Swedish EBM/industrial act The Pain Machinery's just-released new album "Restart". Download/stream the whole thing at Bandcamp or Spotify or seek out a physical copy on vinyl or cassette.
Bringing the riot one last time
Bring Me The Fucking Riot...Man have announced that they will play their final show on August 30 at Debaser Slussen.
Ibuprofane - I.P.R.E.N. (video)
Self-explanatory and totally ruling; guaranteed you will not hear a better Swedish death metal pain medication jingle all year! Vote here.
Export Music Sweden business changes
Like many other Scandinavian music industry organizations, Export Music Sweden (ExMS) will be changing their business focus going forward in 2013 and current CEO Anders Hjelmtorp will be stepping down. Read the full press release (in Swedish): http://www.exportmusicsweden.org/2012/06/export-music-swedens-verksamhet-forandras/
Svart to release two new albums from Arktau Eos
has announced that they will be releasing the next two albums from Finnish ritual/dark ambient artists Arktau Eos this coming fall, the vinyl-only release "Unworeleds" and the CD "Ioh-Maera". Even better, the band will coming to the US for their debut performance at the Esoteric Book Conference in Seattle on September 15 to be followed by an appearance at the Stella Natura Festival in the Sierra on September 20-23. See you there?
Fysisk Format announces new Nils Bech single, album in fall
has announced that they will be releasing the new Nils Bech 12" single "A sudden sickness" on June 29 with the album "Look inside" to follow this fall. Full details here, video coming soon.
Listen to Norway: New releases summer 2012
Listen to Norway gives a rundown on this summer's new releases, including albums from Turbonegro, Purified in Blood, Bugge Wesseltoft and more: http://www.listento.no/mic.nsf/doc/art2012062212372891278095