Margit Bakken (born 8 April 1967) is a Norwegian musician (vocals, guitar) and songwriter. She is one of the most established blues musicians in Norway, and often performs with Rita Engedalen as the duo Women in Blues.[1][2][3] She has performed as a singer since the age of eight. In 1997, she was a contestant in the Norwegian version of the musical television show European Soundmix Show, where she was one of the finalists.
Margit Bakken | |
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 Margit Bakken at Notodden Blues Festival, 2013 | |
| Background information | |
| Born | 8 April 1967 |
| Origin | Norway |
| Genres | Blues, soul |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, composer |
| Instrument(s) | Vocals, guitar |
| Years active | 1975–present |
Her debut album, On The Other Side, was released in 2009.[4][5][6] In 2012, she released her second album, Women in Blues, with Rita Engedalen.[2]
Discography
edit- On the Other Side (2009)
- Women in Blues (2012), with Rita Engedalen
References
edit- ^ Damer i Blues til USA (NRK)
- ^ a b Et helt opptog av blåstrømper: Rita Engedalen og Margit Bakken i spissen for Women In Blues (Dagbladet)
- ^ Rita Engedalen og Margit Bakken på Knutehytta (Laagendalsposten)
- ^ Margit Bakken: "On The Other Side" (Grammofon.no)
- ^ Margit Bakken – "On The Other Side" (review, Verdens Gang)
- ^ Debutant med erfaring (TA.no)
External links
edit- Margit Bakken in Setesdalswiki
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