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1.1 Sßla1.2 Hefring1.3 Kólga 162.1 Blodbylgje2.2 DRÖFN Drifting3.1 Stone Pillars3.2 Dúfa Sleeping3.3 Unnr Mindbeach4.1 Himinglæva - Kati RÁN, Jaani Peuhu4.2 HRÖNN4.3 Bßra Bósi4.4 Segið MÉR4.5 ´ Ta |
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| | Description: | Svart Records are proud to release the long-awaited full length album "SÃLA" by Kati Rán in May 2024. Nordic dark folk artist Kati Rán has expanded on its oceanic theme for her long- awaited full-length album, â??SÃLAâ?. Embarking on a far-reaching musical and personal travelogue, itâ??s a reawakening of both the feminine narratives submerged and fragmented within Norse mythology, and the enduring, healing powers held within. There are contributions from across the musical spectrum, including extreme metal vocalist extraordinaire Gaahl, the Icelandic female choir Umbra Ensemble, renowned Norwegian jazz musician Karl Seglem, Björk and Brian Eno contrabassist Borgar Magnason, members of pagan folk acts Völuspá, Gealdýr, Heilung and Theodor Bastard and even Napalm Deathâ??s Mitch Harris on vocals.
- If the most profound treasures are often the most deeply buried, the journey to uncover them is vital process of discovery. Five years after the 15-minute single "Blodbylgje" signaled the birth of a new, more primordial, and immersive vision after the dissolution of her band L.E.A.F., Nordic dark folk artist Kati Rán has expanded on it's oceanic theme for her long- awaited full-length album, "SÁLA". Embarking on a far-reaching musical and personal travelogue, it's a reawakening of both the feminine narratives submerged and fragmented within Norse mythology, and the enduring, healing powers held within. Named after the Old Norse word for 'soul' and 'sea', "SÁLA" is an act of 'soul retrieval', the shamanic art of trauma recovery, be it illness, death, heartbreak or loss, and the reintegration of a splintered self. Across it's 13, wide-ranging, elegantly unfolding tracks, the album is an embodiment of different feminine voices and perspectives - from the Norse nine daughters of the sea, or 'billow maidens', through various historical and fictional figures to the late-night voices we hear in our most liminal states - all with tales to tell, riddles to solve, challenges to be accepted and guidance to offer. It's a multiplicity that, like the ocean itself, belongs to a vast, restless dynamic: a matrix of mysteries, unfathomable depths and ever-shifting currents, accumulating into an elemental, regenerative source of power. Recorded in a barn in Húsafell, Iceland - home to glacier ice caves and a rare lava stone marimba rediscovered for the track "Stone Pillars" - as well as Finland, Norway and at home in Kati's native Netherlands, "SÁLA" is as much chronicle of Kati's own perspective-shifting recording process as it as a pilgrimage through different viewpoints and internal states. That itinerate urge is also reflected in the use of different languages, ranging across Norwegian, Old Norse, Icelandic, and, for the first time, English, her combination of ancient texts, historical reimagining's and unguarded personal reflection backed up by deep research into the most resonant recesses of Nordic lore. Spun throughout every thread of "SÁLA" is a sense of communion - with the power of stories to offer moral guidance and the thrill of the unknown; with the element of water, recreated across the album both in field recordings and the agelessly organic nature of the music itself; with the archetypes whose qualities we are called upon to embody at our most critical moments; and with the internal hidden realms forever whispering at us from the far edges of our consciousness. Appropriately, it's a collaborative venture too. As well as working closely together with Finnish producer Jaani Peuhu, there are contributions from across the musical spectrum, including extreme metal vocalist extraordinaire Gaahl, the Icelandic female choir Umbra Ensemble, renowned Norwegian jazz musician Karl Seglem, Björk and Brian Eno contrabassist Borgar Magnason, members of pagan folk acts Völuspá, Gealdýr, Heilung and Theodor Bastard and even Napalm Death's Mitch Harris on vocals. For all the many sources "SÁLA" draws from, the result is a singular, intimately transformative rite of passage, and a retuning of the heart to the reverent continuity of the sacred. It will take you from the opening title track's chest-pounding rhythmic pulse emerging from a traditional Norwegian bukkehorn (recorded by Karl Seglem), a galloping horse-rider and Kati's glacial, velveteen chant, through "Kólga's" recounting of female persecution through the ages borne on the most gossamer-light yet unbreakable of timbres""Sala" is the captivating new album by Kati Ran, presented in CD format and released by Svart Records. This work showcases Kati Ran's unique blend of Nordic folk music, weaving ancient melodies with modern soundscapes to create an immersive listening experience. The album features haunting vocals, traditional instruments like the nyckelharpa and tagelharpa, and atmospheric arrangements that transport listeners into mystical northern realms. Kati Ran has established herself as a prominent figure in contemporary folk music through previous acclaimed releases such as "LYS" and collaborations with artists like Wardruna and Heilung.
Kati Ran is a Dutch musician renowned for her deep exploration of Norse traditions within her compositions. Her innovative approach combines historical authenticity with creative experimentation, earning her recognition across Europe?s pagan folk scene. She has performed at major festivals including Castlefest and Midgardsblot, further cementing her reputation as a leading voice in the genre.
Svart Records is an independent Finnish label known for its dedication to high-quality releases spanning genres from metal to experimental folk. Since its founding in 2009, Svart Records has become synonymous with artistic integrity and exceptional production values, supporting both emerging talents and established acts on their musical journeys. | | | No. of tracks: |
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