Steinstolen cover

Steinstolen

Bukkene Bruse · 1998

77 min · 21 tracks · folk

A captivating blend of traditional Norwegian folk melodies and intricate rhythms that evoke a deep cultural heritage.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with varied pacing
  • cultural resonance in each track
  • for reflective afternoons
  • engaging rhythms for communal listening
  • evocative melodies that transport

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • want single hits over albums

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1998, 'Steinstolen' is Bukkene Bruse's second album, following their debut 'Vårvindar friska' from 1996. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their presence in the Norwegian folk music scene, exploring deeper into regional sounds and intricate arrangements that would define their style.
Stylistic neighbors
Emmylou Harris· Dolly Parton· Tony Rice

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Numedalshalling 4:12
  • 2 Min gut 3:10
  • 3 Steinstolen 2:22
  • 4 Springar i dur 2:08
  • 5 Folketone fra Sunnmøre 4:08
  • 6 Runarvisa 4:58
  • 7 Ein annan halling 3:44
  • 8 Maria, hun er en Jomfru reen 3:33
  • 9 Margrete 2:30
  • 10 Kjellstadhallingen 3:30
  • 11 Løvehjerte 4:29
  • 12 Stev 4:15
  • 13 Kjetil 3:03
  • 14 Bruremarsj fra Østerdalen 3:16
  • 15 Norafjølls 4:58
  • 16 Olav Høljesen 2:52
  • 17 Bendik og Årolilja 6:12
  • 18 Fenta 3:49
  • 19 Til Sætersdal 3:00
  • 20 Nåvårsetermarsjen 3:04
  • 21 Fanitullen 3:54

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