Upbeat, emotional, and energetic – BLOMST celebrate 14 years as a band with their new album STIL (Eng.: Style/mode)

Blomst play garage punk, serving up feisty and honest lyrics in Norwegian. They group is known for their kick-ass tunes and the compellingly passionate front figure Ida.

In recent years the by:Larm (Norway’s biggest showcase festival) ready band has grown to become one of the best and biggest bands in their genre in Norway.

Listen to the album here: https://ffm.to/blomststil

Blomst anno 2024 is a more experienced and mature band, as both individuals and songwriters.
Yet, there is still something honest and vulnerable in Blomst’s apparently light-hearted and energetic music. They’ve stuck together as a band throughout their swinging twenties, and now entering the their thirties they have developed not only as musicians, or grown as people, but also as a band.
Blomst have never been scared to face new challenges or explore new musical inspirations, and their eagerness to progress and explore is definitely reflected in their songs.

Lasse: “I’ve gone from being a pretentious young student aiming to write intellectual and poetic lyrics, to being a tired, grown man who wants to get straight to the point.
Being direct in writing music is hard, but it is worth it when you get it right.
Being older I’ve also found that I tend to reflect more on the past. E.G the song “Økernsenteret” is about reminiscing and meeting old friends.”

Ida: “My lyrics have become more daring, I’ve become braver. But at the same time, I’m no longer as hard and “in your face” as I used to be. Maybe it all boils down to being more mature. Now, I dare to address my insecurities and my fears, while at the same time I’m more self-assure, and I demand to be heard!”

Their fourth album “STIL” was recorded in Taakeheimen Lydrike and Globus Music Studio, where Preben Sælid Andersen (Death by Unga Bunga) produced the album. Working with Preben as a producer was a first for Blomst.
This time around they wanted to challenge themselves a little more yet continue to work with someone who understands their sound. The result is perfect – refreshed and new, but true to Blomst.

Ida: “I think we are circling back to where it all started with STIL. We just wanted to write simple, powerful, and catchy songs. We wanted to cultivate the hook and avoid adding too much “stuff”, being the “best skilled musicians” was never our thing anyway!
Whilst writing our songs, we do take into account that the music is made to be played live, to entertain the audience and to get you hooked. We are doing alright and we enjoy our music.
I hope that rubs off on the listener!”

Blomst
Ida Dorthea Horpestad
Teodor Frømyhr-andersen
Stian Fjeld Engen
Lasse Febakke Straum

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BLOMST are due to drop their new album STIL September 6th, and you can pre-order it now!

“Upbeat, playful, and energetic, Blomst plays garage punk with Norwegian lyrics straight from the heart. Celebrated for their kick-ass tunes and raw front figure, Blomst has grown to become one of the best and biggest in their genre here in the country.

Blomst comment:
“Now that we are in our 30s we have more experience and more assured. We are confident enough to take slightly bigger chances.
On STIL we are taking it back to punk, daring to be harder in our critique of the status quo and bark back.
At the same time, we wish to maintain the melodic rythms and upbeat energy Blomst has come to be known for. We are inspired by bands like Viagra Boys and Idles – bands that are tough as a rock, but at the same time dare to be vulnerable to the point where their feelings seem to be completely on the outside of the body. We are taking a risk here, but we’re ready for it.”

Pre-order the album HERE.

Blomst (Eng.: flower) is not just a band, but an experience.
Their uplifting, energetic and playful take on punk rock creates an atmosphere of pure joy and freedom that immediately captivates the audience.

Through charismatic vocals, intense guitars, and driving rhythms, the band became an immediate favorite among both fans and the press when they started out in 2010.

With their intense energy and overwhelming stage presence Blomst has continued to prove their place in the Norwegian punk scene gaining bigger audience and greater attention. With several critically acclaimed releases behind them, including the albums “Blomst” (2015), “Blomst IL” (2019), and “Triatlon” (2022), Blomst has established itself as one of Norway’s most beloved and respected bands within their genre.

Ever since their beginning, back in 2010, Blomst has been a band in continuous development both as musicians and songwriters, but also as individuals.
They’ve never stopped exlporing new musical references and soundscapes, seeking to reach out to new people and make even more impactfull music.

In 2024 we see a more matured band, with more expirence and more lessons learned.

“Just as balanced as a punch in the face, yet accessible enough to awaken the masses beyond those who have already embraced them entirely.” – Dagsavisen

Blomst is:
Ida Dorthea Horpestad
Teodor Frømyhr-andersen
Stian Fjeld Engen
Lasse Febakke Straum

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BLOMST is not just a band, but an experience. Their charismatic vocals, intense guitars, and driving rhythms create an atmosphere of pure joy and freedom that immediately captivates the audience. Now, they are ready with a brand new single, gearing up for a new studio album with the track “Smelter”, released yesterday, June 6th.

“Smelter” explores how creativity and art can be transformed into a consumable product. The lyrics, which are both poetic and raw, provide insight into the challenges behind art and success.

Vocalist Ida Dorthea Horpestad says:
“Smelter is about how creativity and art are turned into a product that is consumed. Words that are melted into vinyl! It’s easy to envy others’ success or think you understand someone else’s art. But few have any idea of the price that has been paid for it.”

Listen to the single here: https://orcd.co/smelter

Blomst has been a favorite among both fans and the press since they started in 2010. The band has made a mark with their intense energy and overwhelming stage presence. With several critically acclaimed releases behind them, including the albums “Blomst” (2015), “Blomst IL” (2019), and “Triatlon” (2022), Blomst has established itself as one of Norway’s most beloved and respected bands within their genre.

The highly anticipated new single follows up on their previous successes and brings with it a fresh wave of creativity and intensity.

“Just as balanced as a punch in the face, yet accessible enough to awaken the masses beyond those who have already embraced them entirely.” – Dagsavisen

“All words are melted into one thing
All words are melted and they flow into your head
From a dream to life, to a thing I give
But you just spit it out
Sly, recycled, extra salt for those who know”

Blomst is:
Ida Dorthea Horpestad
Teodor Frømyhr-andersen
Stian Fjeld Engen
Lasse Febakke Straum

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Today, April 18th, BLOMST release their brand-new single “Dans til du dør”, taking listeners on a journey filled with freedom, joy, and raw energy. With a pulsating melody and daring, honest lyrics in Norwegian, the song invites you to set aside worries and embrace the moment.

Vocalist Ida Dorthea Horpestad shares:
“Dans til du dør is about taking life into your own hands, creating your own party and space to be free – on your own terms!”

Listen to the single here: https://orcd.co/blomstdans

The band has been praised by fans and the press since their debut in 2010, and live performances have been lauded for their intense energy and overwhelming presence on stage.

Blomst has previously released several critically acclaimed albums, including “Blomst” (2015), “Blomst IL” (2019), and “Triatlon” (2022). Their unique sound and honest lyrics have made them one of the most beloved and respected bands within their genre in Norway.

Blomst is not just a band – it’s an experience. Their charismatic vocals, powerful guitars, and driving rhythm section create an atmosphere of pure joy and freedom that immediately captivates the audience.

Blomst is:
Ida Dorthea Horpestad
Teodor Frømyhr-Andersen
Stian Fjeld Engen
Lasse Febakke Straum

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Blomst is ready to kickstart spring with their latest single, “Ypper,” released yesterday, February 21st. The song offers a delightful combination of garage-punk, uplifting and playful tones, and lyrics that come straight from the heart.

In the fresh track “Ypper,” the choices made in the intoxication of infatuation are explored, in a delightful harmony with playful garage-punk. Blomst paints a picture of boundaries and spontaneous decisions, taking listeners on a journey through an evening marked by bad choices but unforgettable moments. “Ypper” is simply a song filled with musical excitement and emotionally charged chaos, and the band shares:

“Ypper is about an evening where you just make bad choices together with someone you’re in love with, and regardless of whether anyone else showed up, you had the best evening.”

Listen to the single here: https://orcd.co/ypper

Blomst is acclaimed for their kick-ass songs and raw front figure, and has grown since their debut to become one of the best and biggest in their genre in the country. With a continuously growing fanbase in all age groups, Blomst once again shows with “Ypper” why they stand strong in their position as one of Norway’s rawest bands.”

Blomst is:

Ida Dorthea Horpestad
Teodor Frømyhr-andersen
Stian Fjeld Engen
Lasse Febakke Straum

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Finally, more new music from BLOMST!

Fall can be a lot. The days grow shorter and the nights longer, always in seemingly perfect pace with a drop in energy and the increase of to-dos.

But we’re finally in November, the month which has once again lowered its icy blanket and steadied the pace somewhat.

And Schtøgg is here to further release some of your built-up tension, it is a sassy little delight, an anthem for all the passive-aggressive souls out there.

Listen to the single here: https://orcd.co/schtogg

CREDITS:
Lyrics: Blomst
Music: Blomst
Mix and sound tech: Morten Øby
Producer and sound tech: Preben Sælid Andersen
Master: Jelöy Sound Mastering

Sonically, this is a somewhat unusual Blomst-track, but in familiar Blomst style, Schtøgg is indeed filled to the brim with attitude.

Schtøgg is a temperamental little track with fierce lyrics, driving rhythm and a sing-along chorus where the whole band sings along with you.

Their previous single Økernsenteret received wide coverage on both streaming services and radio.

Blomst is still all about fuzz, good melodies and catchy choruses, a recipe that works for the band has seen a steady growth of fans of all age groups in recent years.

Like Blomst’s previous single Økernsenteret, Schtøgg was also recorded with Morten Øby in Taakeheimen lydrike and with Preben Sælid Andersen as producer. This is a further collaboration with Preben, who is producer for the entire new Blomst album.

FFO: Viagra Boys, Amyl & Sniffers, Jokke & Valentinerne, Oslo Ess, Brenn., Dum Dum Boys

BLOMST:
Blomst (Eng.: Flower) are an uplifting, energetic and playful punk rock band straight from the garage! With Norwegian lyrics that speak an unfiltered truth they have been praised for their kick-ass front-woman and catchy songs. Blomst have quickly grown to be one of the finest exemplars of their genre in Norway.

Ida Dorthea Horpestad – Vocals, Guitar
Lasse Karlsen – Guitar
Stian Fjeld Engen – Bass
Teodor Andersen – Drums

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