SYLVAINE‘s upcoming EP Eg Er Framand is a siren call from the very depths of the emotional spectrum, a melodic conquest that reverberates through the commanding vocals of this ethereal force.
Norwegian multi-instrumentalist Kathrine Shepard, a mercurial presence in the post-metal landscape, extends an invitation. Her latest offering is an intimate contemplation, a spirited journey that echoes the eternal struggle between light and darkness. With Eg Er Framand, SYLVAINE explores the transient existence of humanity, casting a spectral light on our ephemeral passage through this mortal coil against the steadfast backdrop of Scandinavian landscapes.
Within the embrace of Eg Er Framand, find a realm where time entwines with the elemental forces, birthing a relic of sound that is both ancient and always anew. Ascend with SYLVAINE into the mist-shrouded unknown with a fervent heart and ears wide open.
The full EP is now available to stream ahead of its release on Friday: https://youtu.be/mUJ2wM2E19Y
Eg Er Framand is out March 22 on Season of Mist.
Pre-order: https://redirect.season-of-mist.com/SylvaineEgErFramand
Pre-save: https://orcd.co/egerframand
As Eg Er Framand gets released into the world, Kathrine’s fairytale accompanying the EP gets unraveled:
“A beating heart so pure
Who wished to feel once more
As her eyes slowly opened to the world
She lifted her head
And at once beheld
A light in front of her
A path to take
The choice to make
To lead her on her way
A story about to begin
Of a soul ignited again
On a road to turn loose dismay
This guiding light
So strong and bright
Called out for her to follow
For this life
Could lead to strife
If her core she did not shadow
In heavy rags draped
With a spirit that ached
She started moving forward
As she stumbled thru
A dance of hope grew
The motion to leave her untethered
She reached out for the light
Yet darkness did not fight
To be unbroken, the two should marry
For truths she desired to meet
In this she happiness could seek
Releasing the clasp of woe and worry
This world may seem cold
And peace it might not hold
Yet so much beauty she encountered
But only for a moment in time
Does one get to experience this life
Accepting this gift, she no longer suffered“
Praise for Eg Er Framand
“An essence of pure acoustic grace crystallizes.” – Vampster
“Kathrine’s vocals are elegant, sublime, and pure artistry, and for an album with so little sonority, its impact can be felt for miles away.” – Metal Temple
“The union of ethereal sounds with stories and legends from Norwegian folklore is a flawless blend, and it won’t take much time to grow fond of this EP because it will resonate with anyone who has a desire to reconnect to our very own roots.” – Chaos Zine
“Even if it’s in her native tongue, you can’t not feel that raw primitive emotion in her voice. It’s beautiful. Hauntingly beautiful.” – Ever Metal
The lead single from Eg Er Framand comes from similarly mysterious origins.
The lyrics to Dagsens Augo Sloknar Ut were written in 1891 by Elias Blix, a professor-turned-politician, who also wrote hymns. Staying true to the original’s delicate, reverent melody, SYLVAINE sings in a breathy, elongated whisper that’s both haunting and soothing.
Watch as Kathrine dances across a magnificent tapestry of poetic landscapes in the song’s official video, which was directed and produced by William Lacalmontie.
SYLVAINE is embarking on her first-ever solo tour this summer. She’ll be performing songs from Eg Er Framand on stages across Europe with her new Season of Mist labelmate EIVØR.
“I’m so very excited to be heading out on my first-ever solo tour supporting none other than the wonderfully talented Eivør!“, Kathrine says. “I’m honored to be sharing the stage with her and her musicians, and can’t wait to showcase my music in a different format. It will be an intimate, emotionally heavy ride. October can’t come soon enough!”
Get tickets at: eivor.com
Eivør 2024 European Tour
2 October – Hamburg, DE @ Markthalle
3 October – Utrecht, NL @ Tivolivredenburg
4 October – Brussels, BE @ Ancienne Belgique
5 October – Cologne, DE @ Live Music Hall
7 October – London, UK @ Electric Ballroom
9 October – Dublin, UK @ Opium
10 October – Glasgow, UK @ The Garage
11 October – Manchester, UK @ Club Academy
12 October – Bristol, ENG @ Thekla
13 October – Paris, FR @ Le Trianon
15 October – Lyon, FR @ CCO
16 October – Lucerne, CH @ Schuur
17 October – Vienna, AT @ Szene
18 October – Budapest, HU @ Durer Kert
19 October – Warsaw, DE @ Progresja
21 October – Berlin, DE @ Metropol
22 October – Aarhus, DK @ Train
23 October – Copenhagen, DK @ Store Vega
24 October – Gothenburg, SE @ Pustervik
25 October – Oslo, NO @ Rockefeller
26 October – Stockholm, SE @ Kägelbanan
In preparation for their tour together, EIVØR and SYLVAINE put together a playlist of their favorite songs. Get in the mood with some of the choice cuts off Nova and the soundtracks to The Last Kingdom and God of War Ragnarök.
Stream: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7k4ImSEttiL9O6gOQ1tmrn
Track List
1. Dagsens Auga Sloknar Ut (4:36) [WATCH]
2. Arvestykker (4:36)
3. Eg Veit I Himmelrik Ei Borg (4:47)
4. Livets Dans (6:09)
5. Tussmørke (3:15)
6. Eg Er Framand (4:46) [WATCH]
Total Runtime: 28:12
Style: Ethereal Norwegian Folk
Country: Norway
FFO: Heilung, Vévaki, Eivør