The Beautiful Melodies Of Kosmoratik Band

By Anita Ortega


The element of layering has been used in different art forms where the same word or image gives different messages. Kosmoratik began as an experiment in Oslo on how the same element can be applied in music. This was the year 2011 when the trio of Lise Lotte, Eivind Johansen and Odd Gunner began working together.

The group released their first album in 2012 which was entitled gravitation. It incorporated symphonic pop and classical rock, a blend that produced sincere and epic melodies. The main instruments in their songs are oboe, string quartet and acoustic guitar. Expert combination of these sounds resulted in a classical symphony that was described by some listeners as delicious. This experiment can be considered successful because it has won them admiration across generations.

Following the success of the first album, the second was eagerly waited. It came under the title Bridges and Boats with a fresh and innovative approach. It was an incredible borrowing from the 60s and 70s pop style which was psychedelic. This music managed to identify and communicate the feelings of listeners in this era. There was intentional use and combination of words, sounds and melody.

The band uses music to explore interesting and complex themes. The lyrics of their songs enabled them to communicate different messages on the surface and behind those words. The influence of symphonic pop and the rock element makes their songs outstanding. Their rock becomes a blend of traditional and inventive styles. It feels like a classical symphony produced in a rock version.

Eivind Johansen has been with the group since formation and played a crucial role in its success. He is an excellent arranger who expertly combines the wind and string instrument sounds into superb melodies. This gives the music a unique and wide range that continues to win them a larger following with every track. The resulting ballads have an excellent pop feel.

Gunner is a talented guitarist and also excellent on the keyboard, among other instruments. He combines with Johansen to create excellent arrangements. The duo is responsible for the classical feel that is associated with the music of this band. Lise displays her vocal prowess by the ability to sway from classical jazz to alternate rock without straining. This seamless shift is as a result of a naturally wide vocal range and incredible years of professional use.

Bridges and Boats has been anticipated by the global audience following the success of Gravitation. Their performances across the world have been outstanding with their concerts filling to capacity. They cite John Martyn and Nick Drake as their major influences in their performance styles. They also seek to replicate the success of Beatles as a performing group.

Poetry is a unique part of their lyrical formulation. It is informed by poets who produced timeless classics and reigned supreme during their era. They included Hafez and Rumi. Their music is available online for live streaming and purchase. What makes this music to stand out is the ability to communicate easily by blending words and different sounds into a classical symphonic pop.




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