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“In my culture we had songs for everything, and that's lost now. There were songs for when people were born, when they died, when they sowed the field, baked bread and they're gone now mostly. I think we need these songs today. One of the reasons people connect to Wardruna in such a personal way is because there is a need for these songs and for that kind of connection to the nameless. Call it nature, god whatever.”

Quote by Einar Selvik

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Einar Selvik is a mysterious Norwegian musician known for his contributions to Viking metal music. Born in 1979, he has a passion for music from a young age and has become a music producer in adulthood. Selvik is praised for his unique musical style and respect for the Viking culture. more

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