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What to expect: Tønsberg Viking Festival
One of the most authentic Viking festivals in the world is gearing up for a ninth year of unbroken success in the oldest city in Norway.1 month ago — News -
Recomposing the Vikings – scoring the sonic legacy of Old Norse
Today we can read about the Vikings from sagas written shortly afterward and glean details of their lives from archaeological finds. What we can't do is listen to music they may have produced. A unique initiative is now aiming to fill that gap.3 months ago — News -
Black metal exhibition at Norway's National Library echoes Viking heritage
It is not only historians who delve into the world of Norse mythology looking for meaning – it has also inspired Norwegian black metal, a cult genre of rock currently being showcased in Oslo.3 months ago — News -
Highway to...Valhalla? The contemporary sound of Viking music
Full of heavy riffs, anthemic choruses, and harsh vocals alongside more mellow tunes, Viking metal is a world away from what the Norse would have enjoyed.10 months ago — Legacy
