Myrkur
The most personal of artistic journeys rarely take a predictable path. Over the course of three studio albums, two EPs and a theatrical score under the Myrkur banner, Amalie Bruun has been willing to both pick apart genre conventions and delve deep into the heart of them, remapping her Danish folk roots and black metal onto the most dynamic of internal terrain. Where 2015’s M and 2017’s nightmare-induced Mareridt albums bolstered black metal with emotional currents that were by turns rapt and harrowing, steeped in tradition but enflamed into coruscating acts of deliverance, 2020’s Folkesange found refuge in the durability and archetypal storytelling of Scandic folk, blending songs ancient and new into a tapestry that bound the individual and the universal, once again reaching into elemental forces to invoke something resonant and unbound.
But if there is solace to be found in continuity, Myrkur has often been equally tuned to the forces of upheaval, the ever-shifting nature of Amalie’s music and ongoing dialogue between the two. In art, as in life, there are rubicons to be crossed, new chapters to navigate and sensations to explore, and the act of self-examination that makes sense of it all is, by its nature, also one of reinvention.
Jonathan Hultén
Swedish artist Jonathan Hultén is well known for his work in the country, Americana, and alt-country genres. He is a Stockholm native who has made a name for himself as a gifted musician with a distinctive style. His lyrics, which are delivered in a rich, soulful voice and are deeply felt and expressive, are what make his music unique. Every note he plays has the power to captivate listeners and build an engaging atmosphere.
Using twangy guitar melodies and modern production techniques, Hultén's work combines traditional country sounds with current elements. His compositions frequently have a poetic and introspective stance as they explore themes of love, sorrow, and self-discovery. His talent for establishing a strong bond with his listeners and for making his music elicit strong feelings has won him recognition.
Jonathan Hultén is a rising star in the country music industry thanks to his distinctive fusion of classic and modern sounds. He is a musician to keep an eye on because of his expanding fan base and bright future. His work serves as a monument to both the lasting strength of country music and the artistry and originality of musicians around the globe.
