THE ORIGINAL: NORWEGIAN BLACK METAL

By Kaycee Boe and Rachel Levy For many people, black metal is as synonymous with Norway as snow and fjords. Imagery of young men with dark painted faces burning down churches and causing trouble in the grey Norwegian winters often comes to mind. The legacy of black metal draws fans from all over the world, …

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HPR EXCLUSIVE: A Q&A WITH AURORA

(Originally published in the High Plains Reader on August 2, 2017.) http://hpr1.com/index.php/feature/hpr-abroad/hpr-exclusive-a-qa-with-aurora/ Norwegian native Aurora has achieved international recognition in her genre and has followings in the United States and Canada. Aurora is relatively new to the music scene, putting out her first studio album in 2016. This interview took place at OverOslo, the annual …

SERIAL CROSSOVER ARTIST: SONDRE LERCHE INTERVIEW

(Originally published in the High Plains Reader on August 2, 2017. http://hpr1.com/index.php/feature/hpr-abroad/serial-crossover-artist-sondre-lerche-interview/) Sondre Lerche was born in Bergen on the west coast, the second largest city in Norway. He has just released his eighth album, “Pleasure” (2017). This interview took place at OverOslo, the annual music festival on a hill overlooking the Oslo harbor. HPR: …

Neseblod Records: A black metal Mecca

In the heart of Norway’s black metal culture, there is a small record shop called Neseblod (translation: Nosebleed) Records. Although it appears nondescript from the outside, opening the door reveals a mecca for any black metal fanatic. Neseblod Records, owned by Kenneth Neseblod (last name as given), is located at the former site of Helvete …

OverOslo

Isn't it lovely when you have a vision in your mind of a person and they live up to your expectations? Today was a really wonderful day for me. I got the chance to not only see two of my favorite performers live, but also photograph them and interview them. Aurora and Sondre Lerche are …

Ethnicity and Immigration in Norway- First Impressions

Before I came here, I was even told by my auntie who often visits that most people here will look just like me (I am of Norwegian descent). I think because of this and other conversations I had, I came to Norway with the notion that most people would look like me: white, blonde hair, …

MiniØya!

MiniØya is a two day conglomeration of cuteness. The festival is tailored towards Oslo's youth -16 years and younger- and gives children a chance to experience live music in a safe and fun environment. It is held outdoors, and there are a variety of activities such as face painting and a make your own sock …

Kaycee’s Journalism Wish List

Now that we are here and relatively settled into our cozy Oslo apartment, we have had the chance to start thinking about what stories we would like to cover. We have only got a month, so it feels a little overwhelming that we have five stories to finish. In this post, I will share with …

The Hills (of Oslo) are Alive with the Sound of Music

One of the biggest reasons I decided to come to Oslo this summer was to experience the music culture of this city, which I have been told is extremely vibrant. I'm always on the look out for new bands, new songs, and new venues. Lucky for me, our first day on the ground was also …