Hello

I am new to this Forum and generally interested in all kind of music, but since I’m Norwegian I want to highlight some music from Norway that is probably not so well known out there, but still worth listening to.  If you have some good links to music from your country please let me know and I will check it out.


• Marit Larsen – 25 years, singer/songwriter former part of the duo M2M
Links: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nXlvJzEjOXk&feature=PlayList&p=F6B293991E7C4F2E&index=1
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AUxn5S8MJ5A
• Elvira Nikolaisen – 29 years, pianist/singer/songwriter
Links: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4vKyUd2WKEc
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zcRAaYuOn50
• Thom Hell – 33 years, singer/songwriter
Links: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r8l5WESOSoA
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2tNyl0dzQmQ
• Thomas Dybdahl – 30 years, guitarist/singer/songwriter also member of the group The National Bank.
Links: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XF_bpS-tv-I
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fu32Ay2gZhI
• Röyksopp – Electronic duo from Tromsø established 1989.
Links: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KmcPeuf5aXo
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lBvaHZIrt0o
• Turbonegro – Hardrock/punkband from Oslo established 1988.
Links: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hH9WY3YtV4g
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m05jUsWIsJE
• Minor Majority – Pop/rockgroup from Oslo established 2000
Links: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yg3FGtZrRt8
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P93Ch6D6-pI
• Annie – 31 years, popartist/DJ from Trondheim/Bergen.
Links: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nCNKLzUD7CU
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kZgYycsw7B4&feature=related
• El Caco – Rockband from Lillestrøm.
Links: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wvSOUh49rN4
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G9c62rV-cLQ
• Ralph Myerz and the Jack Herren Band – Electronicaband from Bergen, established 1997.
Links: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_7iYMLqmguo
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fehwcUDsqGY
• Kurt Nilsen – 30 years, singer/songwriter from Bergen. Winner of World Idol in 2004.
Links: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WoswNnsaECM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Rtvs0BxkNA
• Madcon – Rap/Hiphopgroup from Oslo established 1992.
Links: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ync5XfNNPo
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YIOKysz-Pe0
• Madrugada – Rockband from Stokmarknes in northern part of Norway established around 1992 and split in 2008 after the guitarist Robert Burås died in 2007.
Links: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z0bihpuJXcQ
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rkjes5zc24A
• Susanne Sundfør – 23 years, singer/songwriter from Haugesund
Links: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b2VmG5EWXdk
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2be2KcBWIXE
• Christel Alsos – 24 years, singer/songwriter from Fauske in northern part of Norway
Links: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DiNIc3dBnnU
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RggpMwaruCI
• 120 Days – Rockband established in 2001
Links: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kJYam8bblj8
http://vids.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.individual&VideoID=6632089
• Cato Salsa Experience – Rockband from Oslo established 1998.
Links: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jn28e1sha0E
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mCVmHHrbHGo
• Zeromancer – Synthrockband established in 1999.
Links: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=egEecuxp3s0
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M6ft0j0Ok2E
• Gluecifer – Rockband from Oslo 1994-2005
Links: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0O7Uf06eOiw
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lu-yocHA1Q4
• Heroes & Zeros – Rockband from Lillesand established 2003.
Links: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kSa7LS44_44
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VI7qH_vG0LQ
• Jaga Jazzist – Experimental jazz, rock electronica band from Tønsberg, formed in 1994.
Links: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HVIFUQV20NM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ldVe4-pdp4
• Julian Berntzen – Pop Artist from Bergen, 29 years.
Links: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KYrCiLrolVs
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k2aTeAw3sbw
• Kings of Convenience – Folkpop duo from Bergen, formed 1999.
Links: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2iDNMUtw_CQ
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2emj7HXv6Ic
• Lene Marlin -  28 years, singer/songwriter from Tromsø.
Links: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I7Q8md5rdQ4
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g47HSVt_ykc
• Sondre Lerche – 27 years, guitarist, singer from Bergen
Links: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AyeHDa0d84g
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xL6fIpGR5lc
• Espen Lind – Popsinger from Tromsø, 37 years old.
Links: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9FI092rVbM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kg5cqVfbWZA
• Maria Mena – 23 years, singer/songwriter from Oslo
Links: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T1xZogpmYRU
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02_NLgATkv0
• Midnight Choir – Rockband from Skien 1992-2004
Links: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_A4rPH5oqZs
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mfyUTbH_iuY
• Motorpsycho – Rockband from Trondheim, formed 1989
Links: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C4vuRo5PEMs
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NRYAB11SNBw
• My Midnight Creeps – Rockband 2003-2007, fronted by Robert Burås, guitarist of Madrugada.
Links: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B8zbz6eBuV4
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FZmN9InCgsw
• Tommy Tokyo and Starving for my Gravy – Rockband from Fredrikstad formed 2001
Links: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vj1shnX9xy0
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9VqrAqjUJQw

Norwegian black metal is evil and should be banned at all cost  >:( >:( >:( >:( >:( >:( >:( >:( >:( >:(

Though pop group A-Ha is good

Most Black Metal is Evil  ;), but you will not find any Black Metal above.

There's a few names I recognize...
Röyksopp of course, although they never had any real chart successes (so far)
Maria Mena is rather popular over here. She's made our Top 40 (or bubbling under section) quite a few times. "All This Time" even got to #6 in our Top 40 last year.


Others were just one hit wonders:
- Espen Lind's "When Susannah Cries" got to #10;
- Lene Marlin's "Sitting Down Here" got to #5;
- Kurt Nilsen's version of "She's So High" got to #4,
- and M2M had a #15 hit with "Don't Say You Love Me". Marit Larsen never made it solo over here.

I'll give the others a listen when I have more time. :)

Thanks for posting those Norwegian songs.  Here in the US, we don't have "access" to many European artists.  One of my favorite European bands is A-ha, which is probably the most popular export.

I like the Thom Hell, Thomas Dybdahl, Ralph Myerz, Madrugada, Heroes and Zeros, and first Tommy Tokyo songs - though I never heard them before.

I already knew Royksopp, Annie, Kings of Convenience, Maria Mena, and Sondre Lerche. 

Other Norwegian artists I know are:

Erlend Oye - Its A Fine Day http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oxM5OHwz9vw

Orjan Nilsen - La Guitarra  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Omsl4JILlAs

I didn't even know Royksopp were from Norway.  Their song 'Remind Me' gained quite popularity in North America due to it's use in a Geico Commercial (the one with the Caveman on the airport walkway)

I'd already known about it though because I like their music alot :)

Thanks for posting those Norwegian songs.  Here in the US, we don't have "access" to many European artists.  One of my favorite European bands is A-ha, which is probably the most popular export.

I like the Thom Hell, Thomas Dybdahl, Ralph Myerz, Madrugada, Heroes and Zeros, and first Tommy Tokyo songs - though I never heard them before.

I already knew Royksopp, Annie, Kings of Convenience, Maria Mena, and Sondre Lerche. 

Other Norwegian artists I know are:

Erlend Oye - Its A Fine Day http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oxM5OHwz9vw

Orjan Nilsen - La Guitarra  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Omsl4JILlAs


Thanks for the links.  I will check them out.  Erlend Øye is the other half of Kings of Convenience as you probably know.

I didn't even know Royksopp were from Norway.  Their song 'Remind Me' gained quite popularity in North America due to it's use in a Geico Commercial (the one with the Caveman on the airport walkway)

I'd already known about it though because I like their music alot :)


Röyksopp is out with a new Album these days, you should check it out.  Got very good reviews.  http://royksopp.com/

With the current light of what is happening to Youtube in the UK, will these links be available after the deletion of copyrighted videos?

With the current light of what is happening to Youtube in the UK, will these links be available after the deletion of copyrighted videos?


I have no idea.  Some of these artist are on smaller labels, I don't know if that's making any difference.

There's a few names I recognize...
Röyksopp of course, although they never had any real chart successes (so far)
Maria Mena is rather popular over here. She's made our Top 40 (or bubbling under section) quite a few times. "All This Time" even got to #6 in our Top 40 last year.


Others were just one hit wonders:
- Espen Lind's "When Susannah Cries" got to #10;
- Lene Marlin's "Sitting Down Here" got to #5;
- Kurt Nilsen's version of "She's So High" got to #4,
- and M2M had a #15 hit with "Don't Say You Love Me". Marit Larsen never made it solo over here.

I'll give the others a listen when I have more time. :)


I think Röyksopp did quite well in the Uk, and both Lene Marlin and Maria mena do quite well in Germany.  You should check out Marit Larsen, totally different from M2M, she was the quiet part of M2M, but the most talented in my opinion.

Norwegian black metal is evil and should be banned at all cost  >:( >:( >:( >:( >:( >:( >:( >:( >:( >:(


Speaking of which, here's some fine examples of good ol' black metal bands from Norway:

Dimmu Borgir- "Tormentor of Christian Souls"(1997):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KmL-luQQ0Us

Mayhem- "Deathcrush"(1987):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvbrxWF6OZE

Burzum- "War"(1992):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tPJpfNE73fQ

Darkthrone- "Transilvanian Hunger"(1994):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SBwu83RR6ZU

Immortal- "Grim and Frostbitten Kingdoms"(1995):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LlhBtrih96s

A-Ha are popular and are from Norway too.

A-Ha are popular and are from Norway too.


Yes, A-ha is probably the most famous Norwegian Band ever.  I purposely did not include A-ha in my list, because I wanted to highlight artists not so known abroad.  The members of A-ha have also done some sideprojects which are quite good.  Morten Harket and Magne Furuholmen as soloartists and Paal Waaktar as founder of the band Savoy.

Seasick Steve, an American blues singer is big Norway

Seasick Steve, an American blues singer is big Norway


Never heard him, but I think he's married to a Norwegian and lives in Norway.

I am surprised that nobody has mentioned one of my all time favorite songs:

Norwegian Wood

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lY5i4-rWh44

I am surprised that nobody has mentioned one of my all time favorite songs:

Norwegian Wood

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lY5i4-rWh44


Norwegian Wood is good,but unfortunately not from Norway  :)

I'll give the others a listen when I have more time. :)


Still haven't been able to listen to all... :-\\ I like those Marit Larsen and Madcon songs, though. :)

When I heard and saw Thomas Dybdahl's "Dice", I remembered seeing the video before. I must've stumbled across that song one time when looking for something else (can't remember what, though).

You asked for some links to music from our countries... Well, here are some Dutch artists:

Pete Philly & Perquisite (jazz/hiphop/rap, 2003 - present)
Grateful (2005) | Mystery Repeats (2008)

Kane (rock, 1998 - present)
Damn Those Eyes (1999) | So Glad You Made It (2001) | Rain Down On Me (Tiësto Remix) (2003)
Catwalk Criminal (2008) | Shot Of A Gun (2008)

Dinand Woesthoff (Lead singer of Kane)
Dreamer (Gussie's Song) (2004) (A song dedicated to the memory of his late wife)

Ilse DeLange (country/pop/rock, 1985 - present)
I'm Not So Tough (1998) | The Great Escape (2006) | Miracle (2009)

VanVelzen (pop/rock, 2005 - present) Note: Singer Roel Van Velzen is only 1.50m tall
Baby Get Higher (live) (2006) | Burn (2007) | When Summer Ends (2008)

Krezip (pop/rock, 1997 - 2009) (The band is currently on their final tour.)
I Would Stay (2000) | Plug It In & Turn Me On (2007) | All My Life (2007) | Sweet Goodbyes (2009) (Their last single)

Di-rect (rock / pop, 1999 - present) (Lead singer Tim Akkerman recently announced he's gonna pursue a solo career)
Inside My Head (2002) | She (2003) | Hungry For Love (2005)

Ch!pz (pop, 2003 - present) (Very popular with 8 - 14 year olds...)
Ch!pz In Black (Who You Gonna Call) (2003) | 1001 Arabian Nights (2004) | Gangstertown (2006)

Postmen / Postman (reggae/hiphop/rap, 1993 - present) (They used to be three, but there's only one left - hence the name change in 2005)
Cocktail (1998) | The Morning After (2001)

Intwine (rock, 2002 - present)
Happy? (2003) | Cruel Man (2004) | The Chosen (Assassin's Creed) (with Brainpower, 2007)

Anouk (rock/pop, 1997 - present)
Nobody's Wife (1997) | R U Kiddin' Me (1999) | Michel (2000) | Girl (2004) | Modern World (2008)

Thanks for the links Henk.  Dutch music is not very well known in Norway so it’s nice to get some inside tip.

Pete Philly -  Very good.  Reminds me a little bit of US3 (Cantaloop) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g9HnoRgRIwg

I like Kane and especially the Rain Down On Me version.

Ilse de Lange – Nice songs.

VanVelzen – Reminds me of Billy Joel. Good music.

Intwine – I like it, a little bit similar to Daughtry.

Anouk had a hit in Norway with Nobody’s Wife and recently with the song Lost which was covered by a 15 year old boy Erlend Bratland who won Norway’s Got Talent competition in 2008.  (Lost) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_9zqBodbrVM
She’s changed her style over the years from rock to country and soul/blues…Still looks good…

It is sad that ignorant humans are so afraid of that which they do not understand. Black metal is a force to be reckoned with in the extreme music scene. More so than the pathetic American grindcore bands that merely try and shock simply minded middle-American christian folk, those at the forefront of the black metal scene create a totally objective form of music away from the blues based simplicity of most styles of pretend extreme music.

Individuals such as Count Grishnackh (the recently paroled Varg Vikernes) have propagated a serious political and social belief structure through their music. Whether you agree or not, this is far more interesting than the pathetic rap and pop nonsense that is spewed from the Hollywood music machine.

Many of the prominent members of the black metal community express deeply anti-christian sentiments. This I cannot support enough. Before Christianity was forced upon the people of Norway, there were proud traditions and strong codes of ethics that were held up by proud people. Then the Christian filth come from the south and the blaze in the Northern sky was extinguished by weak codes of belief in false Gods. The members of the black metal community that are working to turn Norway back to the traditions and codes of old are merely fighting to reclaim their birth right from the Christian hordes that have extinguished the proud traditions of Norway.

These beliefs have been manifested in many ways but primarily Church burnings have been used as a way to show support for the cause. It is hard not to condemn the destruction of historical landmarks, but the burning of these temples of falsehood is merely another way of supporting the old ways.

Obviously everybody has heard about the murders, but these are as much connected to the black metal scene as teenagers committing suicide was to back-masking Judas Priest records. The murders were committed due to a dislike of communists and homosexuals, not due to the beliefs of the overall black metal community.

We are a blaze in the Northern Sky, the next thousand years are ours.

Thanks for the links Henk.  Dutch music is not very well known in Norway so it’s nice to get some inside tip.


You're welcome. :) Most of the songs I posted were (big) hits in Holland, but not all.


Anouk had a hit in Norway with Nobody’s Wife and recently with the song Lost which was covered by a 15 year old boy Erlend Bratland who won Norway’s Got Talent competition in 2008.  (Lost) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_9zqBodbrVM
She’s changed her style over the years from rock to country and soul/blues…Still looks good…


Hmmm...I'm not sure I like that Erlend Bratland version. :-\\  Sorry...

I didn't know Anouk had hits in Norway, to be honest. Her style has changed somewhat, but not really that much IMO. I just had to make a selection out of her many hits.
Anouk was married to Ronald Stotijn (aka The Anonymous Mis), a member of Postmen (see my previous post). The couple have three children (Benjahmin Kingsley, born 18 April 2002;  Elijah Jeremiah, born 5 December 2003, and Phoenix Ray, born 3 June 2005). They split up in 2008.

Agree, I find the original version from Anouk much better, especially the live version from 2008.

I am just adding some other artists that crossed my mind:


• Steff Nevers – Countryartist born in Drammen 1975, recorded his first album in Nashville 2007.
Links:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Nb0Yrwa-pQ
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LTOB549zgOc

• BigBang – Rockband, established 1992.  Playing retro/70’ styles rock.
Links:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x5p-CSou-NY
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=alVXjrcPjmI&feature=related

• Noora Noor – Soulartist born 1979.  Released her first record 1999.

Links:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mkEJLTWa0co
http://www.myspace.com/nooramusic

• DonkeyBoy –  Pop/rock/electronica.

Links:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N2xE4QpRjJ8
http://www.myspace.com/soundberg

Individuals such as Count Grishnackh (the recently paroled Varg Vikernes) have propagated a serious political and social belief structure through their music. Whether you agree or not, this is far more interesting than the pathetic rap and pop nonsense that is spewed from the Hollywood music machine.

Many of the prominent members of the black metal community express deeply anti-christian sentiments. This I cannot support enough. Before Christianity was forced upon the people of Norway, there were proud traditions and strong codes of ethics that were held up by proud people. Then the Christian filth come from the south and the blaze in the Northern sky was extinguished by weak codes of belief in false Gods. The members of the black metal community that are working to turn Norway back to the traditions and codes of old are merely fighting to reclaim their birth right from the Christian hordes that have extinguished the proud traditions of Norway.

These beliefs have been manifested in many ways but primarily Church burnings have been used as a way to show support for the cause. It is hard not to condemn the destruction of historical landmarks, but the burning of these temples of falsehood is merely another way of supporting the old ways.


I love Black Metal.

Concerning the church burnings, however, I must say that I do not advocate crime, nor condone it.

It seems to me that the church burnings did a flawed favor to the “cause” –to say the least.

I think I can understand the resentment that a part of the Norwegian people can feel towards Christianity. But I fail to understand how anyone could truly believe that any cause could be forwarded by destroying property in that manner.

War is war. In war, combatants kill and destroy the enemy (other combatants).

Killing innocent people (non-combatants) by the army is a war crime.

Killing anyone or destroying property in time of peace by some “rebellious” group is terrorism.

I do not advocate war crimes nor terrorism. 

I think that the church burnings in Norway were a terrorist act and a confession of weakness.

Many Black Metal fans consider themselves as Satanists.

Satanism acknowledges the fact that victory is the basis of right. That is not a moral code or a commandment. That is simply an acknowledgement of the facts of Nature.

When you win, you can rule. When you don’t win, you can’t rule.

Christianity arrived, and they won. So, they ruled.

The church burnings were, in actuality, a statement of defeat. “Yes, we lost” –that’s the real message those youngsters actually sent.

That is just my opinion, and please –please, I beg you– do not take it personally. I realize you might have strong feelings concerning that matter. I truly respect your feelings and I respect you. Do not consider my words as a personal attack, ok?      :)

Madcon have just entered the Canadian chart with their single 'Beggin'.  It is a re-written cover of the classic Four Seasons hit and was already a hit last year throughout Europe

I don't like Hip-Hop, but I like this song

Holland has some good music!!

As for Norway, your post has really gotten me into Thomas Dybdahl.  What a great singer!
"From Grace" and "Dice" are outstanding as is "Cecilia" and many others.

Cecilia
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cofl1naZQOY

Beggin' by Madcon is still rising up the Canadian chart.  It's nice to see bands/singers in the charts that aren't from North America.  All hail great international artists 8)

Beggin' by Madcon is still rising up the Canadian chart.  It's nice to see bands/singers in the charts that aren't from North America.  All hail great international artists 8)


Nice to hear that Madcon is doing well in Canada.  If you like madcon you should check out this song by Madcon ft. El Axel  - Suda Suda. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6gXSqzF5-mQ

BTW, just came back from Toronto where I was introduced to the stand up comedian Russel Peters.  He must be one of the funniest man alive...

Night Train

Holland has some good music!!


Absolutely.  The rock band "Golden Earing" hailed from Holland, I think.  Maybe it was The Netherlands.

Holland has some good music!!
Mouth & MacNeal?

Absolutely.  The rock band "Golden Earing" hailed from Holland, I think.  Maybe it was The Netherlands.


;D


FTR: you're speaking in the past tense, but Golden Earring still exists. ;)


Mouth & MacNeal?


Thems too. Sadly, "Mouth" died in 2004. :\'(

Thems too. Sadly, "Mouth" died in 2004. :\'(
Wikipedia needs updating on that point

Wikipedia needs updating on that point


I think it's there already. See the last sentence.

Nice to hear that Madcon is doing well in Canada.   If you like madcon you should check out this song by Madcon ft. El Axel  - Suda Suda. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6gXSqzF5-mQ

BTW, just came back from Toronto where I was introduced to the stand up comedian Russel Peters.  He must be one of the funniest man alive...

Night Train


Cool song.  I may think about getting the MAdcon album if (or when) it gets released here.

Russell Peters is immensely popular.  Every country has that one comedian that comes along and blows all the competition from same country out of the water. 

The UK has Russell Brand
The US has Larry the Cable Guy
Canada has Russell Peters

;D


FTR: you're speaking in the past tense, but Golden Earring still exists. ;)



Most excellent.  Those guys kick ass.  8)

When you win, you can rule. When you don’t win, you can’t rule.


But remember what the Count said -

"Many shiverings, and I am... DEAD!
And still, we must never give up. "

I think it's there already. See the last sentence.
Wiki normally has it in the first sentence about the person.

Madcon have just entered the Canadian chart with their single 'Beggin'.  It is a re-written cover of the classic Four Seasons hit and was already a hit last year throughout Europe

I don't like Hip-Hop, but I like this song


Not entire Europe... "Beggin' " has just this week entered bubbling under section of Dutch Top 40. :D

And still, we must never give up. "


Well, of course! Thanks for your input. Good point.

The Satanic Bible also says "be dangerous even in defeat".

Well, of course! Thanks for your input. Good point.

The Satanic Bible also says "be dangerous even in defeat".


I guess you guys have another thread to discuss your points of view.

I guess you guys have another thread to discuss your points of view.


Why, are they really that threatening?

Clearly, you are very uncomfortable with your beliefs.

Why, are they really that threatening?

Clearly, you are very uncomfortable with your beliefs.


I don't find it particularily threatening, I just can't see why the Satanic Bible should be discussed in a topic related to music. 
I don't mind you discussing Norwegian Black Metal bands or Black Metal music, but political and/or religious topics should be discussed here: http://www.inthe00s.com/index.php?board=20.0

Not entire Europe... "Beggin' " has just this week entered bubbling under section of Dutch Top 40. :D


I would've thought all of Europe lapped up that song along with the UK in '08.  Guess it's a late bloomer in more than just North America.

It's still rising in Canada.  If it reaches the Top 40, it will be the first single by a Norwegian artist to reach the Canadian Top 40 since A-ha with 'Forever Not Yours' in 2002

Madcon's Beggin' has claimed the #1 spot in Dutch Top 40 this week.

I'm not entirely sure, but this might just make them the first Norwegian #1 since A-Ha's "Take On Me" in 1985.

Every country has that one jumped-up, talentless waste of flesh that comes along and blows all the competition from same country out of the water. 

The UK has Russell Brand


Fixed!  ;)

Fixed!  ;)


;D

Madcon's Beggin' has claimed the #1 spot in Dutch Top 40 this week.

I'm not entirely sure, but this might just make them the first Norwegian #1 since A-Ha's "Take On Me" in 1985.


I guess these guys took A-Ha's song literally.  ;D