The Norwegian Norse/folk group has gained international fame for its musical universe, inspired by ancient Nordic traditions. The band was founded by composer Einar Selvik in the early 2000s and, since their debut album, has achieved great success across musical genres, cultures, and languages. With the goal of giving a new voice to old traditions, Wardruna uniquely weaves ancient Nordic instruments and verse forms into a modern soundscape.

In recent years, the band has delivered critically acclaimed albums such as Runaljod – Gap var Ginnunga (2009), Runaljod – Yggdrasil (2013), Runaljod – Ragnarok (2016), Skald (2018), and Kvitravn (2021). Their single "Hertan," the ancient Scandinavian word for heart, accompanied by a spectacular music video, marks the beginning of a new era for the band. The single explores the duality of our many abstract ideas about the heart, as well as the rhythm, flow, and pulse found in nature and all forms of life.

The music video was directed by Finnish filmmaker and photographer Tuukka Koski, who also created the videos for "Raido," "Voluspá," and "Grá." Wardruna is embarking on an extensive world tour in 2024 and 2025, visiting iconic venues such as the Royal Albert Hall in London and Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Colorado. Fortunately, several stunning concert halls in Norway's largest cities are also on the tour list for spring 2025.

Einar Selvik says about the world tour:
"It’s always a special feeling to plan and announce a new tour. This time perhaps even more so than usual because we are visiting parts of the world we have yet to explore with Wardruna. We really look forward to seeing familiar faces and places with our music, but also to connecting with audiences in new countries."

"Although Wardruna shines brilliantly on albums, it is live that they, and their distinctive and often self-built or reconstructed instruments, truly dazzle. The sounds and notes are at once unfamiliar and recognisable, and visually so beautiful and impressive that neither the stage nor the backdrop needs any decorations."
– Musikknyheter, Sentrum Scene 2022

Duration:
Approx. 1 hour and 30 minutes, no intermission

Organizer:
Stavanger Concert Hall