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Maria Solheim
Maria Solheim (born 19 January 1982 in Alsvåg, Øksnes, Vesterålen) is a Norwegian singer-songwriter. She was discovered at 15 years old, by a travelling musician, singing her own songs in a small fishing village. She has released 7 solo albums. Career Solheim signed her first record deal with the label Kirkelig Kulturverksted in 1999 at the age of 17, and her first album was released two years later. She frequently tours Norway and Germany. Her music was featured at the 'Grateful Sound' event in the anime adaptation of the manga series '' BECK''. In 2006 Solheim chose to withdraw from the limelight for a period, getting married and having a daughter. Then in 2009, she had a joint No. 1 hit alongside Hans Erik Dyvik Husby in the Norwegian Singles Chart with "Rom for alle". The song stayed at No. 1 for 3 weeks including the Christmas chart for 2009. After the horrific bomb attack in Oslo and massacre at Utøya on 22 July 2011, Solheim was a part of the «Rosetogmarkeringen», ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Behind Closed Doors (Maria Solheim Album)
''Behind Closed Doors'' is an album by Norwegian singer-songwriter Maria Solheim, released in 2002 by Kirkelig Kulturverksted (FXCD 253). Track listing (All lyrics and compositions by Maria Solheim) # Two Minutes and Ten Hours # Kingdom # Hiding Place # It's Not a Matter Of # Beauty Queen # Train Under Water # The Man Who Left His Past # Richard # You Want to Buy It Instead # Behind Closed Doors # Late at Night Musicians *Vocals and guitars: Maria Solheim *Guitars, Pedalsteel: Kjetil Steensnæs *Fender Rhodes, vocals, Wurlitzer, Hammond: David Wallumrød *Drums and Percussion: Torstein Lofthus *Bass, Fender bass: Tor Egil Kreken Tor Egil Kreken (born 30 March 1977 in Norway) is a Norwegian musician (bass, banjo, guitars). Biography Kreken plays within the bands Eivind Aarset Trio (bass), Faircastle Four (guitar, banjo), Shining (bass), The Holstein United Bluegrass B ... *Keyboards: Bengt Egil Hanssen Notes *Producer: Bengt Egil Hanssen *Photo: Elisabeth Sperre Alnes ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Alsvåg
Alsvåg is a village in the municipality of Øksnes in Nordland county, Norway. It is located on the western bank of the Gavlfjorden on the island of Langøya and about east of the municipal centre of Myre. Alsvåg Church is located in this village. The village has a population (2018) of 324 which gives the village a population density Population density (in agriculture: standing stock or plant density) is a measurement of population per unit land area. It is mostly applied to humans, but sometimes to other living organisms too. It is a key geographical term.Matt RosenberPopul ... of . References Øksnes Villages in Nordland Populated places of Arctic Norway {{nordland-geo-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Will There Be Spring
''Will There Be Spring'' is an album by Norwegian singer-songwriter Maria Solheim released in 2006 by Kirkelig Kulturverksted (FXCD 309). Background This is Solheims fourth solo album release, including a collection of original songs. Track listing (All songs and lyrics by Maria Solheim where not otherwise noted. Arranged by – Emil Nikolaisen & Maria Solheim) # "Moonlight" (0:55) # "Wildest Day" (3:09) # "Where Do People Go" (2:28) – written by Olav Hynnekleiv # "All My Thoughts" (3:30) # "Ocean Needs Water" (2:31) # "Different Seasons" (3:33) # "Take My Heart Revisited" (3:44) # "Burn The Books" (3:29) # "Juice" (3:40) – middle section written by Emil Nikolaisen # "You – Every Morning" (3:11) # "Mountain Song" (2:09) Musicians *David Wallumrød – Piano (tracks 1 & 2), Clavinet (track 3) *Remi Christiansen – Pedalsteel Guitar (track 1) *Emil Nikolaisen – Guitar & Percussion (track 2) *Martin Winstad – Congas (track 2) *Fredrik Brarud – Drums (track 3) *Tor ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
1982 Births
__NOTOC__ Year 198 (CXCVIII) was a common year starting on Sunday (link will display the full calendar) of the Julian calendar. At the time, it was known as the Year of the Consulship of Sergius and Gallus (or, less frequently, year 951 '' Ab urbe condita''). The denomination 198 for this year has been used since the early medieval period, when the Anno Domini calendar era became the prevalent method in Europe for naming years. Events By place Roman Empire *January 28 **Publius Septimius Geta, son of Septimius Severus, receives the title of Caesar. **Caracalla, son of Septimius Severus, is given the title of Augustus. China *Winter – Battle of Xiapi: The allied armies led by Cao Cao and Liu Bei defeat Lü Bu; afterward Cao Cao has him executed. By topic Religion * Marcus I succeeds Olympianus as Patriarch of Constantinople (until 211). Births * Lu Kai (or Jingfeng), Chinese official and general (d. 269) * Quan Cong, Chinese general and advisor ( ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Benea Reach
Benea Reach was a Norwegian progressive metal band based in Oslo. The band was nominated for a Spellemannsprisen Award in the metal category, and at one time included noted guitarist Christer Espevoll of progressive metal band Extol. History Benea Reach was formed on 22 March 2003 by drummer Marco Storm and vocalist Ilkka Volume of Selfmindead fame. They were joined by Morten (bass guitar), Tor (guitar), Erik (guitar), and Anders (Digital Audio). This original incarnation of the band only lasted for a year and disbanded. During this time a live demo EP had been recorded. In 2004 the pair gathered four new members, most notably Christer Espevoll, formerly of Extol. The band recorded a demo of the song "Pandemonium", which was distributed among different record labels. After receiving good responses the band signed a deal with Tabu Recordings and released their first full-length '' Monument Bineothan'' which got the band nominated in the 35th Annual Spellemannsprisen for the m ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Alleviat
''Alleviat'' is the second full-length album by Norwegian metal band Benea Reach. The album was released in Scandinavia on February 4, 2008, and on January 6, 2009 in the United States. The album was mixed at Antfarm Studios by Danish producer Tue Madsen. Track listing All lyrics and music by Benea Reach #"Awakening" - 3:40 #"New Waters" - 3:25 #"Lionize" - 6:21 #"Sentiment" - 3:20 #"Reason" - 5:56 #"Legacy" - 3:43 #"Rejuvenate" - 4:37 #"Illume" - 3:54 #"Zenith" - 4:29 #"Unconditional" - 4:33 #"Dominion" - 6:24 Credits Benea Reach * Ilkka Volume - vocals and lyricism *Hakon Sagen - guitars, lap steel guitar, bass guitar on "Illume", chorus background vocals on "Legacy" and "Dominion", omposing, lyricism, additional bass guitar on "Rejuvenate" *Martin Sivertsen - guitars, composing on "Sentiment" *Marco Storm - Drum kit, drums, bass guitar on all tracks except "Illume", guitars on "Awakening", sampling, synthesizer, composing, lyricism, album art and layout *Alwin Nedrum - Di ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mujaji
Queen Modjadji, or the Rain Queen, is the hereditary queen of Balobedu, a people of the Limpopo Province of South Africa. The Rain Queen is believed to have special powers, including the ability to control the clouds and rainfall. Modjadji Royal council have a new King. The traditional installation of Prince Lekukela Modjadji as the king of the Balobedu took place at Khetlhakoni Royal Palace in Modjadjiskloof outside Tzaneen in Limpopo. Princess Masalanabo who was expected to be the next Rain Queen will take a position reserved for her to be Khadikholo (great aunt) of Balobedu Nation. History There are several different stories relating to the creation and history of the Rain Queens of Balobedu. One story states that an old chief in 16th century Monomotapa (South eastern Zimbabwe), was told by his ancestors that by impregnating his daughter, Dzugundini, she would gain rain-making skills. Another story involves a scandal in the same chief's house, in which the chief's son im ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Meister
''Meister'' means 'master' in German (as in master craftsman, or as an honorific title such as Meister Eckhart). The word is akin to master and maestro. In sports, ''Meister'' is used for the current national, European or world champion (e.g. ''Deutscher Meister'', ''Europameister'', ''Weltmeister''). During the Second World War, ''Meister'' was the highest enlisted rank of the German ''Ordnungspolizei''. Many modern-day German police forces also use the title of ''Meister''. ''Meister'' has been borrowed into English slang, where it is used in compound nouns. A person referred to as “Meister” is one who has extensive theoretical knowledge and practical skills in his profession, business, or some other kind of work or activity. For example, a “puzzle-meister” would be someone highly skilled at solving puzzles. These neologisms sometimes have a sarcastic intent (for example, “stubble-meister” for someone with a short, neat beard, or “crier-meister” for someone ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Extol
Extol are a Christian metal band from Bekkestua, Norway that was formed in 1993. The band is known for playing a variety of different styles of metal which include progressive metal, death metal, black metal and thrash metal. Over the course of their career, the band has released five studio albums and two EPs. The band are noted for their precise, technical musicianship. The fourth album, '' The Blueprint Dives'', received a Spellemannsprisen nomination for Best Metal Album of 2005. Extol has toured the United States and Europe several times with such bands as Mastodon, God Forbid and Opeth. Collectively, Extol has sold over 500,000 albums worldwide. The last line-up before the hiatus included vocalist Peter Espevoll, guitarists Tor Magne Glidje and Ole Halvard Sveen, drummer David Husvik, and bass player John Robert Mjåland. Notable original guitarists were Ole Børud (of Schaliach fame) and Christer Espevoll, who contributed significantly to the band's songwriting. Aft ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Folk & Røvere
Folk or Folks may refer to: Sociology *Nation *People * Folklore ** Folk art ** Folk dance ** Folk hero ** Folk music *** Folk metal *** Folk punk *** Folk rock ** Folk religion * Folk taxonomy Arts, entertainment, and media * Folk Plus or Folk +, an Albanian folk music channel * Folks (band), a Japanese band * ''Folks!'', a 1992 American film People with the name * Bill Folk (born 1927), Canadian ice hockey player * Chad Folk (born 1972), Canadian football player * Elizabeth Folk (c. 16th century), British martyr; one of the Colchester Martyrs * Eugene R. Folk (1924–2003), American ophthalmologist * Joseph W. Folk (1869–1923), American lawyer, reformer, and politician * Kevin Folk (born 1980), Canadian curler * Nick Folk (born 1984), American football player * Rick Folk (born 1950), Canadian curler * Robert Folk (born 1949), American film composer Other uses * Folk classification, a type of classification in geology * Folks Nation, an alliance of American street gangs Se ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sony Music
Sony Music Entertainment (SME), also known as simply Sony Music, is an American multinational music company. Being owned by the parent conglomerate Sony Group Corporation, it is part of the Sony Music Group, which is owned by Sony Entertainment and managed by the American umbrella division of Sony. It was originally founded in 1929 as American Record Corporation and renamed as Columbia Recording Corporation in 1938, following its acquisition by the Columbia Broadcasting System. In 1966, the company was reorganized to become CBS Records, and Sony Corporation bought the company in 1988, renaming it under its current name in 1991. In 2004, Sony and Bertelsmann established a 50-50 joint venture known as Sony BMG, which transferred the businesses of Sony Music and Bertelsmann Music Group into one entity. However, in 2008, Sony acquired Bertelsmann's stake, and the company reverted to the Sony Music name shortly after; the buyout allowed Sony to acquire all of BMG's labels, which ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mitt Lille Land (2011 Album)
''Mitt lille land'' ("My Little Country") is a 2011 album released by the Norwegian People's Aid and Sony Music as a memorial album for the 2011 Norway attacks. Its name is from the song '' Mitt lille land'' by Ole Paus and includes two versions of this song, performed by Maria Mena and Ole Paus. As of October 2011, it was the best-selling music album in Norway. Track listing # Mitt lille land performed by Maria Mena #Til ungdommen performed by Herborg Kråkevik #Barn av regnbuen performed by Maria Solheim # Eg ser performed by Bjørn Eidsvåg #Kjærlighetsvisa performed by Halvdan Sivertsen # Tyven, tyven performed by Dum Dum Boys # Engler i sneen performed by Jonas Fjeld and Lynni Treekrem #Det fine vi hadd’ sammen performed by DDE #Ei hand å holde i performed by Jørn Hoel # Alt eg såg performed by Sigvart Dagsland #Til dem du e gla o performed by Kråkesølv and Magnus Eliassen # Gje meg handa di, ven performed by Kurt Nilsen and Helene Bøksle #Rose performed by Han ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
