The Norwegian collective KALANDRA unveils a captivating lyric video for “Hymna til Blåfjell” (Hymm to Blue Mountain). The song reimagines a deeply cherished hymn from the beloved Norwegian NRK Christmas TV series.
Through Kalandra’s mesmerising Nordic charms, the track becomes both a nostalgic hymn and an atmospheric ode to the timeless spirit of Blåfjell.
Kalandra comments:
This song is our take on one of the most beloved songs from a classic Norwegian Christmas TV series. The original was composed by Geir Bøhren and Bent Åserud, with lyrics by Gudny Hagen.
Blåfjell – or “Blue Mountain” – is the mythical home of the Blånisser (blue elves). Every winter, there’s a moment between sunset and darkness that we in Norway call Blåtimen – the blue hour – when the snowy mountains glow in deep shades of blue.
Bringing this song to life felt like revisiting a piece of our own childhood. We wanted to capture that same sense of wonder and magic we felt watching the series and translate it into the world of Kalandra. We hope our fellow Norwegians will feel the nostalgia – and that listeners everywhere can sense a bit of that northern winter magic, even if they’ve never heard the original.”
video was created by riivata.com
The song is taken from the recently released EP ‘Mørketid’, which features four tracks in total, two of which are carefully reimagined covers, alongside two of their original compositions.
The EP is out digitally via By Norse Music and can be found HERE.
Tracklist
01. Mitt Hjerte Alltid Vanker WATCH HERE
02. Till The End
03. Ghosts
04. Hymna Til Blåfjell WATCH HERE
Special anniversary show at Rockefeller!
On the 18th of February 2026, Kalandra will be celebrating
their 15th anniversary. This special occassion will be marked with a concert at Rockefeller —their first performance in Oslo in almost two years, and their biggest headlineshow in Norway to date, together with special guest Sylvaine and IBEN. Tickets for the show are available down below.
Kalandra Shows 2025
19-11-2025 Amplifier – Perth (AUS)
21-11-2025 Stay Gold – Brunswick (AUS)
22-11-2025 Oxford Art Factory – Darlinghurts (AUS)
23-11-2025 The Bright Sight – Brisbane (AUS)
2026
18-02-2026 Rockefeller – Oslo (NO) Special anniversary show
Get your tickets here: https://www.ticketmaster.no/event/kalandra-billetter/96185708
Kalandra is a Norwegian/Swedish quartet that blends melancholic Nordic influences with gritty guitars and ethereal melodies, crafting haunting musical landscapes rooted in raw emotion and cinematic depth. Formed in 2011, the band has spent over a decade shaping a sound that is uniquely their own—building a dedicated studio space, refining their musical identity, and supporting acts such as Leprous, Gåte, Wardruna, Heilung and Eivør.
Following the success of their 2020 debut album The Line and their atmospheric soundtrack for the video game Kingdom Two Crowns: Norse Lands, Kalandra returned in 2024 with their second album A Frame of Mind. Drawing from their years of growth and collaboration, the new record is their most expansive to date—showcasing versatility while staying true to the immersive soundscape that defines them.
A Frame of Mind invites listeners on an introspective journey, reflecting on how life’s experiences shape our perception of the world. The album explores what we choose to include—and exclude—within the frame of our everyday lives, revisiting memories of hardship, childhood, and the growing uncertainty of the future.
With performances at major festivals like Hellfest, touring Australia and Europe, Kalandra continues to expand their audience across the world.
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