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In the previous round of Star Wars, Bilal Saab won with the song “Castle on the Hill” by British singer Ed Sheeran.
– I don’t think there is a nerve left in the body, everything is broken. I am brilliantly satisfied and so grateful that I am at a loss for words, Bilal Saab told NRK right after the final ended.
Now ten new artists are ready to capture the audience. In this season’s premiere, each artist chose their genre. This gave them the opportunity to showcase their skills with a personal touch.
They all participated together in the opening number, a pastel and neon version of The Weeknds’ “Blinding Lights” that elegantly blended with A-ha’s timeless “Take on Me.” This bodes well for the fall!
Knut Marius Djupvik:
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With a little help from my friends – Joe Cocker (The Beatles)
Knut Marius followed up with a 150% Cocker impression on this brilliant soulful version of the Beatles classic.
There will be pain in the vocal cords tomorrow, Knut Marius!
Tomrefjordingen, well assisted by brilliant choristers, shows how to open a live television broadcast. Although the crescendo was probably done a bit, Knut Marius strikes the clock on every note and is featured with a bang.
2. Anita Hegerland:
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Moonlight Shadow – Mike Oldfield
Living legend Anita Hegerland makes a song that she’s done at least 10,000 times before, so you’d think it’s even better than this one.
The Norwegian accent has grown in strength since the ’80s, and the stage presence is quite old-fashioned with fluttering gloves and attractive gestures.
Hegerland will likely perform a few notches better than this in upcoming broadcasts, but at least it was clear that he had fun.
Emil Solli-Tangen:
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Where are you – Josh Groban
Then the pace should drop a few hundred points. With what we can assume is an Italian tuxedo, Emil Solli-Tangen demonstrates magnificent voice control.
The song is definitely not the most interesting in the world, and probably not particularly suitable as an introductory song for a voice as good as Emil’s.
Deep and controlled, but unfortunately a bit too boring.
4. Myra:
Bergen rapper Myra demonstrates his authoritative charisma in the rap parts of Nicki Minaj’s super hit, but in contrast to the incomparable self-confidence and very cold voice in the verses, the chorus in the rap song slightly influenced by pop is not so elegant.
It will be exciting to see if coaching can make her a more stable singer in the future this fall.
Alex Rosén:
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You can count on me – Sammy Davis jr.
Drive then, Alex! Here we will see a real meat boy embarking on the fall of Star Wars.
Start off as I feared: with more confidence than talent.
Unfortunately, this is more humor than music so far, and there’s a bit of excitement as to whether Alex has something more in store than the deep Kjell Elvis voice we hear here.
Musically, at least it can only get better!
6. Hege Øversveen:
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Don’t Put Dirt On My Grave Just Yet – Nashville Cast with Hayden Panettiere
This year’s country alibi Hege Øversveen presents his own genre with a song from the TV series “Nashville.”
Whether this is country is another discussion, but it is at least a good picture of how country music has developed in the last 20 years, and there is no question that this is the genre Øversveen has control over.
Lots of energy, power and gender correct “vibes”.
Very promising from one of the lesser known entrants!
7. Vegard Bjørsmo:
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She – Isák (Mari Boine)
The youngest participant in the competition is Sami Vegard Bjørsmo, who performs with a cover of a cover of “Elle” by Mari Boine. Once again a bit of an unfortunate song choice.
The song doesn’t show much of Bjørsmo’s record, no matter how beautiful it is.
However, promising trends in the voice can be picked up, and a mix of traditional art form in the yoik form and Bjørsmo’s modern poppy qualities continues to spark interest in future rounds.
8. Sandra Lyng:
Sandra Lyng has gradually earned a veteran stamp, and here’s why.
Her translated Mosjøen rendition of Victor Leksell’s country plague “Weak” emphasizes Sandra Lyng’s technical vocal development in recent years.
I miss a lot more pressure in the chorus, and I think your voice can take even more than you realize. On the verge of over-excitement in the final moments, but we have to put up with it when it’s Saturday.
9. Einar odd:
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Difficult to handle – Otis Redding
The Most Cheerful Christian Charisma of the Night offers a very focused edition of Otis Redding’s 1968 classic.
In the end, Odd Einar dares to loosen up a bit more, as long as he’s not in the middle of the twisted-tongue gymnastics of the choir.
Despite the stone look: Odd Einar’s voice control is fantastic, and it seems like this guy can excel in most genres. The artist born from Star Wars!
10. Ingeborg Walther:
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Golden Ticket – Highasakite
Sarpingen Ingeborg Walther is featured with a daring choice of songs.
“Golden Ticket” is, in my opinion, one of the strongest Norwegian pop songs of the last 10 years, and it requires its artist to master it.
Walther has dropped the tempo and energy of the original version a bit, and struggles a bit to play the highest notes of the chorus perfectly, but he has a good falsetto that he should use more.
Unfortunately, everything collapses a bit towards the end as the energy builds, but this time we have to write that down on the nervous account.
Espen Borge is a freelancer who reviews music on behalf of NRK.
