Valo Rock

Don't miss out - Valo Rock 2023 will descend upon Kooperativet Kulturscene in Vadsø, Norway, from May 18th to 19th of 2023! This year's lineup will impress, with the Norwegian rock band Bokassa consisting of Jørn Kaarstad, Olav Dowkes, and Bård Linga. Get ready for an incredible weekend filled with outstanding performances that you won't want to miss!

Spidergawd, a renowned Norwegian heavy rock band, has been nominated for the Independent Music Award's Best Album - Rock or Hard Rock category. Having already established themselves as an authority in their respective musical genre, this nomination further confirms their reputation as one of the best contemporary hard rock bands today.

Pinning their sound between aggressive metal and ethereal post-rock, Dwaal stands out as one of the most original acts in music today. Oslo Ess, a rock/punk band from Moss made up of Åsmund Lande on vocals and guitar, Peter Larsson on the strings, and Knut-Oscar Nymo laying down bass lines. Pil & Bue with its refreshing audio, a shadowy fusion of ear-catching harmonies, and emotional energy.

Wormwood is a rock band that invokes the distinctive sound of Scandinavian black metal. Their lyrics paint stories about outer space, northern legends, and humankind's struggles during the 1800s. Not to mention their powerful performances - all audiences will want to experience all of their performances! Plus, there will be more surprises in store!