Originating from the same Bergen scene as Röyksopp and the Kings Of Convenience, Norwegian band Datarock were initially formed in 2000. Their name is a combination of the Norwegian word for computer – datamaskin – and the word rock. Drawing inspiration from bands like Devo, Talking Heads and Happy Mondays, their sound has been described as ‘new rave’ and ‘electronic dance punk’. Their music has been used in many commercials, soundtracks and high-profile games.

In the spring of 2018, Datarock (by then consisting of Fredrik Saroea, Ketil Mosnes, Øyvind Solheim and Stig Narve Brunstad) released their first studio album in nine years, Face The Brutality. Everything was one of the stand-out tracks from the beginning and has now been chosen as its new single.

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Werner Schlosser

I’m a music industry watcher and journalist. Worked at a CD club, a record store chain and was editor in chief of an entertainment trade magazine. Have been in the radio business since 1987, producing and presenting shows. Was music director of several stations. Also, I developed the European Border Breakers Chart, Music Moves Europe Talent Chart and ESNS Chart. CEO of Werner Bros. tekst | uitleg.