[2026] Recommended Norwegian Artists Summary

the state i’m inTrine Rein

Trine Rein The State I´m In

Trine Rein was born in San Francisco and moved to Norway when she was a child.

She debuted as a solo singer in 1993.

“the state i’m in” is a track from the album “Beneath My Skin,” released in 1996.

Hurts So GoodAstrid S

Astrid S – Hurts So Good

Astrid S is a singer-songwriter from Norway.

Her talent came into the spotlight after a 2013 audition show.

Centered on catchy pop, her music blends tropical vibes, electronic elements, and R&B, captivating listeners.

Her 2014 solo debut single “2AM” won Song of the Year at Norway’s P3 Gull awards.

In 2016, “Hurts So Good” saw a resurgence on TikTok in 2021, becoming a global hit; it has surpassed 500 million streams on Spotify and is one of her signature tracks.

Her albums Leave It Beautiful and Joyride also showcase her ever-evolving sound.

She has earned numerous honors, including the MTV Europe Music Award for Best Norwegian Act in 2015.

Known for her approachable personality, she even co-wrote the song “Relevant” by collecting words from fans on social media.

She has also expanded her career into acting, starring in the film Three Wishes for Cinderella.

With her diverse pop sound and contemporary approach, she’s an artist that music fans seeking something fresh should definitely check out!

SomebodyDagny

Dagny – Somebody (Official Music Video)

Among Norway’s vibrant Nordic music scene, few talents shine as brightly as Danny.

Raised in a musical family, she weaves indie and electronic elements into a pop foundation to create a sound that sets listeners’ hearts dancing.

She began her career in 2009, and her 2016 release “Backbeat” drew worldwide attention after being featured on Apple Beats 1 and in the TV series Grey’s Anatomy.

Her 2020 debut album, Strangers / Lovers, became a major hit in Norway, with the track “Somebody” winning P3 Gull’s Song of the Year and spending 18 weeks at No.

1 on the radio.

Her songwriting talent also shines in her co-writing credit on Katy Perry’s smash hit “Never Really Over.” For fans seeking uplifting pop, her music is nothing short of a treasure.

La Prima EstateErlend Øye

Erlend Øye – La Prima Estate

Hailing from Bergen, Norway, the multitalented Erlend Øye is an artist who journeys effortlessly through a wide musical landscape, crossing genre borders like indie folk, electronic, and synth-pop with ease.

He began his musical career in 1996, and as one half of Kings of Convenience released the 2001 debut album “Quiet Is the New Loud,” whose beautiful acoustic sound captivated music fans around the world.

His solo album “Unrest,” created with various electronic musicians across ten cities worldwide, achieved both commercial and critical success.

With The Whitest Boy Alive, he pursued indie pop grounded in live instrumentation, and the album “Dreams” received high acclaim.

His collaborations with Röyksopp are also well known.

His music comes highly recommended both for those who love delicate melodies and for listeners eager to embark on genre-spanning adventures.

LighterKyle Alessandro

Kyle Alessandro – Lighter | Norway 🇳🇴 | Official Music Video | #Eurovision2025

A young talent from Levanger in central Norway, Kyle Alessandro was born in 2006.

With roots in Spain and Norway, his sound blends pop and R&B with elements of Latin music, Nordic folk, and even K-pop—one of his defining characteristics.

He debuted in 2017 with the single “Din Sang” and the album “Første kapittel.” With his signature track “Lighter,” he triumphed at the 2025 Melodi Grand Prix, earning a spot as Norway’s Eurovision representative.

This remarkable feat at age 19—and a moving performance reflecting his mother’s battle with illness—garnered high praise and a nomination for Song of the Year at that year’s Spellemannprisen.

He’s definitely an artist to watch for music fans seeking international sensibilities and passionate expression.

The RecluseMagnet

Magnet – The Recluse

Magnet is a singer-songwriter from Bergen, and his stage name comes from the fact that he was somewhat anemic in childhood.

He performed in Japan in 2003 and 2005.

“The Recluse” is included on the 2000 album “Quiet & Still.”

PstereoEmilie Nicolas

Emilie Nicolas – Pstereo (Official Video)

Emilie Nicolas, a Norwegian artist, has established a unique style that seamlessly blends a jazz-inflected vocal sensibility with electronic pop and R&B.

She made a striking impact on the music scene in 2013 with the single “Pstereo,” and her debut album released the same year, “Like I’m a Warrior,” topped the Norwegian charts.

She also boasts an impressive track record, having won the Spellemann Awards—often called Norway’s Grammys—four times, including Best Debut Album in 2014.

Although she temporarily paused her career due to health issues, she made a dazzling comeback with the 2018 album “Tranquille Emile.” Her soulful, emotionally rich voice brims with a charm that will especially resonate with listeners seeking music that accompanies the everyday.