Von August is a Norwegian alternative electronic pop trio consisting of Klara Lucie Østrem Ossum, Live Haugejorden Schau, and Simon Nenseter Nome.
Von August invites listeners into a sonic universe that blends warmth and coldness, softness and industrial textures – always with a distinct Nordic sensibility. Their music is woven together with acoustic instruments, modular synths, vocal harmonies, and drum machines. The soundscapes are deep, dreamy, and adventurous, creating a sense of traversing a landscape where reality and fantasy seamlessly merge.
Since their debut in 2018, they have released several singles and the album Blåøyd (2021), which was also released in a remixed version in collaboration with Norwegian electronic artists (Niilas, Fochs Koshka, and Maud). They have received praise from NRK P3 (2021) for their contribution to the new wave of Norwegian-language pop and from Ballade.no (2022) for their influence on the Norwegian electronic scene. The trio has performed on numerous stages across Norway and has spent the past three years honing their sound and shaping their second album, Samme hvor du går, set for release in spring 2025. In this upcoming album, they aim to capture the essence of human relationships, platonic love, and feelings (or the lack thereof) about community - both in words and sound.
“We could name-drop artists like FKA Twigs and James Blake, but mostly to convey the idea that the simple strength of ballads, the surprises of contemporary music, and electronic exploration can merge into compelling alloys. Perhaps not surprising, but it's often a hallmark of quality when music resists being placed in a single category. ”
- Siri Narverud Moen (Ballade)
“Heartfelt Norwegian-language female vocal harmonies layered upon each other, adorned with dreamy synths. Philosophical, sincere lyrics paired with captivating electronic soundscapes that invite a relaxed escape from reality rather than longing for closed dance floors. (...) Von August are excellent representatives of this new wave. ”
- Eskil Olaf Vestre (NRK P3)
