If anybody else were to release an album that sounded as remarkably close as "Haavard" to ULVER's magical acoustic masterpiece "Kveldssanger", which stunned the Norwegians' followers with it's radiant beauty in 1996 and that also contained a track entitled 'Kveldssang II' that musician would be accused of blatant plagiarism. Yet guitarist and vocalist Haavard Jorgensen is the musical mastermind behind both, "Kveldssanger" and "Haavard", which means that his debut album as a solo-artist is in part a legitimate follow-up to ULVER's folkish excursion into acoustic sounds that he realised with the help of many excellent guest musicians including vocals by Kristoffer "Garm" Rygg. Under the banner of HAAVARD, the Norwegian continues his unique artistic approach that unveils the epic and sublime melodies, which are deeply rooted in his native land's folklore. Through it's acoustic and largely instrumental translation, Jorgensen lays bare the spectacular layers of cinematic beauty that hide underneath Norwegian black metal. Throughout the 90s, Jorgensen was an integral part of Oslo's fast rising black metal scene. After joining ECZEMA and continuing when the trio turned towards black metal with a new singer under the new name SATYRICON, Jorgensen also became a part of the black scene's progressive spearheads ULVER. Although feeling somewhat disenchanted with black metal for a while, Jorgensen continued to appear in various formations and for example contributed acoustic guitars to MYRKUR's "M" (2015) and live album "Mausoleum" (2016). In 2019, the guitarist founded new Oslo black metal act DOLD VORDE ENSD NAVN together with three current and former members of DODHEIMSGARD. With his passion for the darker side of music re-kindled, Jorgensen decided to pick up the loose ends of the beautiful musical thread that "Kveldssanger" had left behind with his self-named solo-project HAAVARD. Audibly adding many years of experience, "Haavard" again invites us on an acoustic journey into the beating melodic heart of dark Nordic music.
Release date:
November 11, 2022
Label:
Install our app to receive notifications when new upcoming releases are added.

Recommended equipment and accessories
-
Technics SL-1500C Turntable
Features a direct-drive motor, a high-precision tonearm, and a premium MM cartridge, delivering exceptional sound quality
-
HumminGuru: Ultrasonic Vinyl Record Cleaner
Advanced ultrasonic technology with customizable cleaning cycles and a large tank capacity to thoroughly remove dust, dirt, and contaminants
-
Turntables - Top Picks
A selection of reliable record players you can buy today, for every budget
-
Phono Preamps - Top Picks
A selection of the best phono preamps for your turntable setup
-
Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO
Featuring a one-piece carbon fiber tonearm, precision-tuned motor, and a heavy steel platter with TPE damping, it ensures superior stability and sound quality.
Featured Upcoming Vinyl
-
Cryptopsy An Insatiable Violence
Season Of Mist
June 20, 2025 -
Your Spirit Dies My Gnawing Pains Will Never Rest (Orange)
Mnrk Heavy
May 2, 2025 -
Adrian Quesada Boleros Psicodelicos II (Yellow)
Ato Records
June 27, 2025 -
The Wildmans Longetime Friend (Coke Bottle Clear)
New West Records
July 11, 2025 -
PUP Who Will Look After The Dogs? (Black Smoke/Pink/Purple Splatter)
Rise Records
May 2, 2025 -
Gruesome Silent Echoes
Relapse
June 6, 2025 -
Mairi Morrison & Alasdair Roberts with Pete Johnston & Friends Remembered in Exile: Songs and Ballads from Nova Scotia
Drag City
April 25, 2025 -
King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard Phantom Island Recycled
p(doom) Records
June 13, 2025 -
Self Esteem A Complicated Woman
Republic Records
April 25, 2025 -
Wang Chung Clear Light / Dark Matter: Big Hits and Near Misses (Clear with Black Speckle)
Sing
May 9, 2025 -
Taxidermists 20247
Danger Collective Records LLC
May 23, 2025 -
Gridiron Poetry From Pain
Blue Grape Music
May 30, 2025 -
Slung In Ways (Orange)
Universal UK
May 9, 2025 -
Gary Wilson Come On, Mary
Cleopatra Records
June 13, 2025