Kings of Convenience
Folk · NO · Active since 1999

Kings of Convenience

Intricate, interlocking acoustic guitars and hushed vocal harmonies. Minimalist folk that feels like a warm sweater and a quiet Sunday morning at home.

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Formed in 1998 in Bergen, Norway, Kings of Convenience is an indie folk duo featuring musicians Erlend Øye and Eirik Glambek Bøe. The pair gained recognition for their signature acoustic sound, eventually signing with labels including EMI and Astralwerks. Throughout their career, the group has earned industry acclaim, notably receiving an Alarmprisen award for best video, cementing their status as influential figures within the international folk music scene.

Our Catalog5 Albums · 2000 · 2021
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