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The latest signings to Matinée Recordings is the Swedish act Norwegian Blue. It’s the project of Erik Aamot, formerly of The Electric Pop Group, and it’s no surprise that new single Something New sounds similar to that act. That’s new, blue and borrowed covered now! It’s a song that glistens, with a clear and concise melodic approach. Further songs are in the works and who knows, we may get an album too. —Records I Like

There’s nothing like opening up an email, knowing you’re going to love the contents, and such was my day when I found out that Erik from Electric Pop Group had a solo endeavor titled Norwegian Blue. You’re instantly greeted with the bright ringing of guitars, opening up to a softer jangle and a forceful thump beneath the surface. That rhythmic openness is perfect for Erik’s voice, embracing this brilliant warmth, not to mention the added emphasis from the supporting “ba ba ba” that creates this magical charm. No word on when we’ll be getting a full-length, but fingers crossed it comes our way real soon. This single arrives courtesy of Matinée Recordings. —Austin Town Hall

Norwegian Blue è il nuovo entusiasmante progetto musicale del cantante e chitarrista Erik Aamot, membro della famosa band svedese The Electric Pop Group. Il singolo di debutto, che esce per la sempre lodevole Matinée Recordings, si chiama “Something New”, ed è un’affascinante brano che sfoggia una pregevole combinazione di chitarre elettriche e acustiche che aprono un mondo sonoro esaltante, affascinante e ricco di cori incantevoli. Una canzone che ha questa linea melodica che conquista al volo e che costituisce un’introduzione accattivante alla band: un indie pop tanto moderno quanto magicamente classico. —Indie For Bunnies