Pixies are an influential alternative rock band known for their loudquietloud signature sound and catchy melodies. They released seven studio albums, including the Gold-certified Surfer Rosa and Platinum Doolittle. The band features Black Francis, Joey Santiago, David Lovering, and Emma Richardson.
Norwegian singer-songwriter Susanne Sundfør is known for her inventive mix of experimental pop, folk, and electronica. Rising to fame with chart-topping albums like The Brothel and Ten Love Songs, she has collaborated with Röyksopp and M83, and won a Spellemannprisen Award.
Norwegian pop star Emma Steinbakken broke through in 2018 at age 15. Known for her debut single Not Gonna Cry and album Home, she has topped charts three times and collaborated with Alan Walker, Matoma, and Kamelen, performing a sold-out show at Oslo Spektrum.
Formed in Trondheim in 1989, Motorpsycho is an eclectic Norwegian band blending progressive rock, psychedelia, and heavy metal. Led by Hans Magnus Ryan and Bent Saether, the prolific group gained acclaim with ambitious releases like Demon Box, earning multiple Norwegian Grammy nominations.
Yung Gravy is a Minnesota rapper known for blending trap beats with retro pop and doo wop samples. He achieved viral success with tracks like Mr. Clean and landed his first Hot 100 hit with Betty (Get Money). He has released albums including Sensational and Marvelous.
Founded by Matt Hegarty, Matthew and the Atlas emerged from the late 2000s West London folk rock scene. Hegarty released his debut EP in 2010 via Communion. He has since released four albums, evolving from acoustic folk to synth-laden electronica and alt-rock.
Norwegian band Kaizers Orchestra blend rock, cabaret, and Eastern European influences. They broke through with debut album Ompa til du dør (2001), followed by Evig Pint (2003) and the Violeta Violeta trilogy (2010–2012). Farewell tour in 2013; returned in 2023.
Keane, from Battle, England, is a rock band known for hits like "Somewhere Only We Know." They've won 2 BRIT Awards and had 4 UK No.1 albums, selling millions worldwide.
Jönköping, Sweden alt-pop band led by Nina Persson; sweet space-age pop with sharp arrangements. Hits “Lovefool,” “Rise & Shine”; Life 1.5M sold. Slitz ’94 best album. Tore Johansson produced.
Born in Lymington, UK, Birdy soared with a haunting cover style and original songs in albums like "Fire Within" & "Beautiful Lies". Known for UK Top Ten hits and soundtracks like "The Hunger Games". Collaborated with Ryan Tedder & Mumford & Sons.
Sweden-born pop queen with dark, cinematic Swedish lyrics and huge choruses; 1.5B+ Spotify streams. Hits “Jag kommer”, “Satan i Gatan”; collab Håkan Hellström. 6 Grammis, 82+ gold/platinum.
Jarle Bernhoft is a guitarist and songwriter from just north of Oslo, Norway. Formerly lead singer of rock quartet Span, he went solo in 2005, using live looping to build soul/R&B arrangements. First non-American Grammy nominee for Best R&B Album.
Joey Valence & Brae, a hip-hop duo from State College, Pennsylvania, are known for their high-energy blend of punk rap, nerdcore, and 90s-inspired alternative hip-hop. Their breakout single "Punk Tactics" achieved RIAA Gold certification. They have released albums including "Punk Tactics" (2023), "No Hands" (2024), and "Hyperyouth" (2025), and collaborated with artists like JPEGMafia and Rebecca Black. They are celebrated for their viral success and engaging live shows.
Icelandic singer-songwriter Ásgeir blends folk-pop with thoughtful lyrics. His debut set Iceland records; praised by global press, he tours widely and collaborates with Icelandic artists.
Born in London, Charlie Cunningham melds melancholic tunes with rhythmic flair on piano and guitar. Known for headlining Queen Elizabeth Hall, his work boasts over half a billion streams. Influenced by Flamenco, his music includes art rock and neo-classical touches.
