Fieh - Telephone Girl (Single version)
Like D'Angelo's the Vanguard, straight outta the rural Norwegian countryside, Norwegian 7-piece Fieh are ready to unleash the follow-up to their 2019 debut album.
Cold Water Burning Skin was fittingly described as “future soul” by God Is in the TV and “left field R&B” by Clash Magazine, and the band continues in the same vein, although simultaneously broadening their spectrum.
Centered around the groove, Fieh’s new music includes the funk bangers that initially introduced the band, but also more experimental and orchestral songs. Citing The Roots, Joni Mitchell, Erykah Badu, The Beatles and Solange as inspirations should give a hint as to what Fieh sounds like. Brimming with creativity and supported by a funky backbone, it’s still the songs that are the foundation. The lyrics revolve around themes of everyday life, incidents, people and love – real stories from real life.
In the Sun in the Rain was recorded with famed Norwegian musician and producer Lars Horntveth (Jaga Jazzist, Susanne Sundfør, The Staves, Kimbra) who definitely brought his skills and eclectic tastes into the mix. Speaking of mixing, that part was done by the legendary “Analog Ninja” Russell Elevado. Known for his work with D’Angelo, Angélique Kidjo, The Roots, among others, Elevado has amplified the band’s intentions in the studio, and given increased character to the record’s sound.
Fieh emerged with breakthrough single “Glu” in 2017. They quickly rose to local and international fame, thanks to broad support from the likes of Clash Magazine, DIY Magazine and The Fader, among others. Widespread touring took them to venues all over Europe, including the main stage at Norway’s biggest festival, Øyafestivalen.
The powerful ensemble, known for their ecstatic live shows, consists of a group of friends that have been playing together for a long time, constantly honing their sound and skills. Being hugely talented musicians, they function effortlessly together as a super tight unit, where each member brings his or her taste and influences into the mix.
Fieh - Telephone Girl
Art.no: JANSENS250
Release date: November 24th, 2021
Credits:
Produced by Lars Horntveth
Recorded at Athletic Sound by Dag Erik Johansen
Additional recordings at Pooka Studio by Lars Horntveth
Strings recorded by Laurent Koppitz
Mixed by Russell Elevado
Mastered by Alex DeTurk at The Bunker Studio Brooklyn NY
Composed by: Sofie Tollefsbøl, Ola Øverby, Andreas Rukan, Jørgen Kasbo, Lars Horntveth
Lyrics by: Sofie Tollefsbøl
Sofie Tollefsbøl: vocals, backing vocals, keyboards, piano
Andreas Rukan: bass
Jørgen Kasbo: guitars, vibraphone
Ola Øverby: drums
Lars Horntveth: keyboards
Buy the «In the Sun in the Rain» LP
Like D'Angelo's the Vanguard, straight outta the rural Norwegian countryside, Norwegian 7-piece Fieh are ready to unleash the follow-up to their 2019 debut album.
