Nordic Noir

Jazz, standards, original compositionsThe power of Norwegian jazz embodied by singer Hilde Louise Asbjørnsen and pianist Anders Aarum reveals the very essence of their work - both precise and dark, like a Scandinavian thriller.

In its review of their album Movies & Stories Like This, Coleursjazz points out, "This 12ᵉ album by Hilde Louise Asbjørnsen, since 2004, undoubtedly marks a stage of maturity. We find that touching fragility, carried by a voice of remarkable accuracy and fine grain. The poetic lyrics are in the great tradition of Scandinavian and European song, with a glamorous touch reminiscent of Marilyn Monroe (...). Anders Aarum's piano accompaniment is simply perfect. The palpable complicity between the two artists makes for a delicious record that is a pleasure to listen to again and again.