HUGSJÁ

After the success of their previous collaboration "Skuggsjá"; Ivar Bjørnson (Enslaved) and Einar Selvik (Wardruna) are now following up with an imposing new piece entitled "Hugsjá". The word 'Hugsjá' means to see with, or within, the mind - and it reflects the idea that one's mind has the potential to see further than the eyes can reach. By weaving together indigenous and contemporary thoughts, sounds and instruments, they are inviting you on a vivid journey - exploring the distant history and traditions along coastal Norway.

Hugsjá was first commissioned by, and performed at, Bergen International Festival in 2017, as part a series of concerts named Nordvegen ("the northern road"); inspired by local history and traditions in each of the places visited. Ultimately the material was recorded and became this full-length album.

MEMBERS:

Einar Selvik: Lead vocals, Kravik-lyre, Taglharpa, goat-horn, Bronze-lure, flute and percussion.

Ivar Bjørnson: Guitars and electronics.

Silje Solberg: Hardanger-fiddle and backing vocals.

Iver Sandøy: Drums, percussion and backing vocals.

Håkon Vinje: Backing vocals.

HUGSJÁ

Tracklist:

Hugsjá

WulthuR

Ni Døtre av Hav

Ni Mødre av Sol

Fornjot

Nattseglar

Nytt Land

Nordvegen

Utsyn

Oska

Um Heilage Fjell