Charming, nostalgic, powerful, and beautiful — Country Cult brings the full package. With their critically acclaimed EP Hardships and Heartaches, the band has evolved from a legendary live project into a fully-fledged country band of the highest calibre.

With sharp telecaster riffs, weeping steel guitar, and lyrics that could have been written 60 years ago, Country Cult balances the fine line between traditional honky tonk, rock, and bluegrass — always landing firmly back in classic country roots.

Their 2024 EP received glowing reviews and was praised for keeping traditional honky tonk alive. Within just one month of release, the EP had been played on more than 400 radio stations worldwide, from national Norwegian broadcasts to major American country stations.

Dagbladet’s Øyvind Rønning wrote:
“They radiate nostalgic honky tonk and carry on the legacy of George Jones and his peers… A true beacon of hope for those of us who believe the country music of 50–60 years ago is still very much alive.”

On stage, Country Cult shines. Their live shows make audiences long, laugh, and dance. After sold-out venues and packed festivals in 2025, the band continues touring through both festivals and concert halls in 2026 — all while preparing a new, grand album.

Band members:
André Pedersen – Vocals
Mats William Wennerberg – Steel guitar
Mats Jakob Nesmann – Drums
Sindre Sannes – Electric guitar
Simon Andreas Skollevoll – Bass
Eivind Frustøl – Electric guitar
Håkon Øyen – Keys