Indie Recordings

31/07/2024

Join us this Saturday for the premiere of Erlend Ropstad's film "Like Evig Som Oss," followed by a talk with Ropstad and filmmaker Pål Laukli - in collaboration with Øya Kino!

In the winter of 2024, during the final stages of recording his next album "Like Evig Som Oss", Ropstad and award-winning photographer Pål Laukli decided to collaborate on all the visuals for the release. They spent a few days in Scotland, resulting in the film "Like Evig Som Oss," a poetic blend of art film, documentary, and music video within Erlend Ropstad’s musical universe and Pål Laukli’s visual world.🖤

21/06/2024

Yesterdaze - BEEHIVE! - Out now🔥
A lot can be said, but it is better to listen.
It summer and time for action, so rock your way down to the beach with some fresh new music😎

20/06/2024

The legendary pioneers of Norse Heavy Metal, Einherjer release a new single, «Deaf Forever», a cover and tribute to the legends in Official Motörhead and their track with the same name. The song comes just in time for Einherjer’s performances at major summer festivals like Tons Of Rock, Summer Breeze and the iconic Wacken Open Air in Germany!

14/06/2024

Conceptual, hard, and epic: Fixation releases “Random Acts of Violence”!🔥

“Random Acts of Violence” features grand synths, heavy guitars, exceptional vocal performances, and seamlessly incorporates electronic elements, stadium rock, and metal into the mix.

Fixation stays true to their signature style, delivering a track that is both catchy, melodic, hard-hitting, and impactful!

13/06/2024

Blomst are due to drop their new album STIL in September, and you can pre-order it now! 🤍🔥👑

Spend some of that well earned holiday funds on a gift for your self come fall 🍁

06/06/2024

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» - listen here: https://orcd.co/smelter

31/05/2024

Fight The Fight unveils captivating new album "Shah of Time" ahead of an extensive US tour!

With three electrifying singles already released from the album, Fight the Fight has seen a remarkable surge in popularity, gaining a ton of new listeners and social media followers across the world. "Shah of Time" promises to push boundaries even further, with the band exploring new sonic territories while staying true to their energetic and melodic roots.

Fight the Fight shares: “A wave of inspiration hit us, and we began writing song after song. The vision became clearer, and the desire to create grew stronger. Eventually, we had a concept and enough material to enter the studio and start the process of making "Shah of Time”. Fast forward two years later, and we're left with a record we are so proud of. A record we've poured blood, sweat, tears, long nights, angry spouses, and empty wallets into creating. A record that is honest, genuine, and represents today's society disguised in an alien story”.

To further elevate the record all the drums is done by Baard Kolstad (Leprous). Kolstad shares about the collaboration:

“Working in the studio closely with Fight the Fight turned out to be very inspiring and I’m super proud of what we achieved together! A fresh new sound and lots of space for me to shine, so I had a total blast, and I cannot wait to finally release this to the world!”

27/05/2024

STORM is ready for Buktafestivalen🔥

24/05/2024

The unstoppable force from the deepest North, Vredehammer, returns to reignite the flames of Norwegian extreme metal with the highly anticipated new album, "God Slayer”!

With three critically acclaimed full-length albums and a Norwegian Grammy nomination to their name, Vredehammer stands as a testament to the uncompromising spirit of Norwegian extreme metal. With "God Slayer," they continue to uphold their legacy of excellence, pushing the boundaries of the genre to new and exhilarating heights.

At the helm of "God Slayer" are the masterminds behind Vredehammer's sonic onslaught: Per Valla, wielding guitars, vocals, keyboards, and bass guitar, and Nils "Dominator" Fjellström, one of Scandinavia's finest black metal drummers, providing drums. Together, they forge a musical odyssey that transcends the ordinary, delivering a symphony of chaos and carnage that will leave listeners spellbound.

Listen here: https://orcd.co/listengodslayer

23/05/2024

Erlend Ropstad is finally back with new music, kicking off the summer with the song «Alt som var bra» («Everything That Was Good»). Big riffs and catchy rock meet poetry, and the song’s rhythm and feel are tailor-made for the expansive plains when festival season arrives.

Listen here: https://orcd.co/altsomvarbra

Photo: Pål Laukli
Artwork: Erlend Ropstad

16/05/2024

ATENA delivers a dynamic new live album: A Vibrant live experience where new and old songs shine in a new context!

On September 29, 2023, ATENA released their studio album "Subway Anthem," celebrated with an impressive release concert at Parkteatret in Oslo. The concert was so outstanding that the band decided to release a live album from that evening titled “Live from Parkteatret.”

In short, the album offers a mix of new and old songs, demonstrating once again that ATENA can seamlessly combine heavy music and powerful themes both on stage and in their albums. Guitarist and songwriter Vebjørn Iversen shares: "We felt it was time to release a live album given our album catalog. Our concert in Oslo on the release day of Subway Anthem was therefore the perfect place to preserve a good memory for us and everyone who was there.”

Listen here: https://orcd.co/livefrompark

14/05/2024

Seigmens new album "Resonans" at #10 at the Norwegian album charts this week! If you haven't checked it out yet, this is your sign to do it🔥

Listen here: https://orcd.co/resonans

11/05/2024

You know what to do!!
Give Gåte some love ❤️

09/05/2024

Gåte are entering the Eurovision semifinals today! 🔥
Help vote them into the finals 🖤

Rest of World: You can vote for us now! 🇳🇴 All viewers in non-participating countries can vote using the official Eurovision app or go directly to www.esc.vote

And you can vote 20 times!
Vote 15! Vote for Gåte! Vote for Ulveham! Vote for Norway!

Thanks! 🖤🖤🖤

08/05/2024

Eradikated are nominated to the Swedish Grammy’s in the hard rock/metal category for their exceptional album ‘Descendants’! Tune in tonight for the show🖤

03/05/2024

The award-winning Norwegian rock band Seigmen release their brand new album "Resonans" today! Seigmen have maintained the same line-up for over three decades, and the new album is echoeing smiles, conversations, and gossip. Hard, precise, and long-term work. Love and art. Resonans is guts and integrity, demonstrating the uncompromising nature that Seigmen has always represented. Listen here: https://orcd.co/resonans

03/05/2024

Gåte's long-awaited music video for Ulveham is finally here!✨

In this ambitious video shoot Gunnhild really got to play with the elements whilst incorporating the beautiful and wild Norwegian nature which is the bedrock of Gåte’s music.

The result is a stunning and spectacular video which really captures the strength conveyed in the song and elevates both the music and the lyrics to another level. 🖤

Make sure to also pre-order Ulveham vinyl and CD here: https://shop.indierecordings.no/collections/gate

26/04/2024

Atmospheric riffs and intense vocals: New album from Oberst today! 🔥The Oslo-based hardcore/metal act blends their many influences seamlessly into a unique sound, be it hardcore, post metal, progressive metal and rock. Oberst continues to push boundaries and redefine the metal genre with their unique blend of atmospheric riffs, intense vocals, and thought-provoking lyrics.

Lead vocalist and guitarist Tarjei Kristoffersen reflects on the journey of creating "Toil," stating, "Making this album, we raged and delved into the sorry state of the human condition, as seen from within and as an observer. A bunch of barely sentient beings living our lives on a big, wet rock being hurled through the night sky. It seems pretty straightforward, but we sure do manage to make it complicated."

As Oberst delved deeper into the creative process, they discovered that "Toil" is, at its core, an exploration of depression. Kristoffersen shares, "As we raged outwards and self-loathed in equal measure, we discovered - quite late in the process - that Toil in actuality is about depression. The songs are all some flavor of this particular stale state of being."

"Toil" promises to deliver an unique musical experience for listeners, offering a raw and unfiltered glimpse into the complexities of the human psyche. Through their emotive lyrics and impactful music, Oberst invites audiences to confront their struggles and discover comfort in the common threads of what humanity is.

24/04/2024

Stay young, stay bold. Listen to LÜT and shake loose 🔥

It's been a minute since LÜT released new music, but this resilient band of brothers endure and keep releasing new bangers! Check out their new single Bindingstid På Livstid now! 🖤

-> https://orcd.co/bindingstid

19/04/2024

Over two decades since their grand debut, In Vain triumphantly returns with their fifth masterpiece, Solemn. The album showcases exceptional musicianship across the board, and is further elevated with a resplendent, organic production by Jens Bogren! Listen to the album: https://orcd.co/solemn

"It doesn't get any better than this!" 10/10 - POWERMETAL.de

"This is the best progressive album of 2024 and one of the best metal albums of the year." 10/10 - Dark Souls United

"Every moment of this album is a revelation" 10/10 - Metal Temple

“Solemn”, their fifth album, demonstrates that the boundaries of death metal - however progressive or avant garde - are now limitless" 9,5/10 - Metalhead.it

"As always, Scandinavia is a guarantee for perfect metal" 4,5/5 - Stormbringer.at

"This album is so damn epic and so damn enjoyable" 4,5/5 - Angry Metal Guy

18/04/2024

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

17/04/2024

KNOGJÄRN just dropped a little surprise for you!
This song was initially intended for Knogjärn's previous album “Mera Bedövning”, but it never really fit in.

So, after letting it rest for a while, Knogjärn chose to have another look at Sänka Dig and this time they managed to weld into perfection. 🔥 Enjoy!🔥

The song "SÄKNA DIG" by KNOGJÄRN LYRICS: Det är nog inte bara jag, som önskar ett slt för dig och det du gör.Tänk snabbt för det är goda råd jag kastar åt d...

16/04/2024

Exciting news! This year’s label matinée at Summer Breeze will feature Eradikated, Halcyon Days, Palehørse and Mørket🖤

Make sure to also catch label mates KAMPFAR official, Bokassa and Fixation! It’s gonna be a hell of a festival🔥

12/04/2024

Metalcore prodigy STORM, who’s been turning heads in the music industry, is back with another electrifying single that’s sure to captivate audiences worldwide. Titled “Die Young”, this high-energy track showcases STORM’s impeccable ability to blend genres.

At the age of only 15 STORM’s achievements include performances at renowned festivals like Summer Breeze (DE) and Tons Of Rock (NO), and in 2024 he will play at one of Europes biggest rock and metal festivals in England; Download Festival. Don’t miss out on this sensational release from one of music’s brightest young talents.

Listen here: https://orcd.co/stormdieyoung

📸: Anine Desire Photography

11/04/2024

Fight The Fight is gearing up to unleash their third studio album with their new single, “Shining” today! This highly anticipated track features Baard Kolstad om drums, and promises to captivate listeners with its powerful message and dynamic soundscapes 🔥

05/04/2024

It’s Friday! Time to get off the couch and hit the weekend with some real hard bangers from your partners in crime, The Good The Bad and The Zugly😎

Listen here -> https://orcd.co/decadeofregression

01/04/2024

Erlend Ropstad releases «Londsia» - A tribute to the football club IK Start and their loyal supporters!

The award-winning artist is known for his craftsmanship and lyrical skill. Londsia not only captures the supporter’s heart but also invites to sing-alongs and community spirit in the stands. The single, available from today, takes listeners on an emotional journey through the club’s rich history and the supporter’s passion.

27/03/2024

Tonight🔥 Make sure you get your wristband before coming to SALT if you have a 4 day pass or delegate pass!

You can exchange into a festival wristband as well as get accredited at Inferno’s official festival hotel, Clarion Hotel the Hub, between 16:00 and 22:00. Tickets bought specifically for the label night can be scanned at the doors at SALT.

Stage times for tonight:

Arktisk Scene
19:30 – 20:00 Fight The Fight
21:00 – 21:30 Oberst
22.30 – 23:15 Jordsjuk

Langhuset
20:15 – 20:45 Halcyon Days
21:45 – 22:15 Mørket