MEER

MEER are:
Johanne-Margrethe Kippersund Nesdal – lead vocals, backing vocals
Knut Kippersund Nesdal – lead vocals, backing vocals, keyboards
Eivind Strømstad – electric and acoustic guitars, electric baritone guitar, additional keyboards, programming, backing vocals
Åsa Ree – violin, backing vocals
Ingvild Nordstoga Sandvik – viola, backing vocals
Ole Gjøstøl – acoustic grand piano, keyboards, programming, electric organ, church organ, backing vocals
Morten Strypet – electric bass, backing vocals
Mats Fjeld Lillehaug – drums, percussion, backing vocals

track-list:
Chains of Changes
Behave
Take Me to the River
Come to Light
Golden Circle
Today Tonight Tomorrow
World of Wonder
Mother
Something in the Water
This is the End

all lyrics by Johanne-Margrethe Kippersund Nesdal and Knut Kippersund Nesdal
except ‘Mother‘ and ‘This Is the End‘ by Johanne-Margrethe Kippersund Nesdal, Knut Kippersund Nesdal and Eivind Strømstad
flute on ‘Come to Light‘, ‘Mother‘ and ‘This Is the End‘ by Andrea Brennodden Rosenlund
vibraphone on ‘World of Wonder‘ by Lars Gärtner Fremmerlid
additional backing vocals on ‘Come to Light‘ by Liv Elvira Kippersund Larsson, Signe Josefin Kippersund Larsson and Simon Johannes Nyqvist
produced by Lars Gärtner Fremmerlid and MEER
mixed by Lars Gärtner Fremmerlid
mastered by Morgan Nicolaysen
recorded at Ocean Sound Recordings by Henning Vatne Svoren, Anders Boska, Lars Gärtner Fremmerlid and Jakob Kippersund Nesdal
additional recordings by Lars Gärtner Fremmerlid at CasaVerde and Hamar Teater, Ørnulv Brun Snortheim at Dakkota Studio, Eivind Strømstad at Studio Strømstans and Ole Gjøstøl at Drivhuset Studio

Formed in Hamar, Norway, in 2008, by the charismatic sibling duo of Johanne and Knut Kippersund, MEER’s lineup has grown to eight members, each of whom has brought with them their own musical styles and interests, complementing and influencing each other so that the band’s music has become fascinatingly eclectic.
So, with Johanne Kippersund on vocals, Knut Kippersund on vocals, Eivind Strømstad on guitar, Åsa Ree on violin, Ingvild Nordstoga Eide on viola, Ole Gjøstøl on keyboards, Morten Strypet on bass and Mats Lillehaug on drums, ‘Wheels Within Wheels‘ is a masterclass in the blending of symphonic prog and intelligent pop, filled with exceptional musicianship, intricate vocal harmonies, and grandiose melodies.
It is also clear that ‘Wheels Within Wheels‘, whose title symbolises the hidden complexities beneath the surface, represents a significant evolution for MEER, featuring, as it does, tracks that reach soaring heights interspersed with moments of intimate reflection.
Reuniting with producer Lars Gärtner Fremmerlid, MEER recorded ‘Wheels Within Wheels‘ at Ocean Sound Recordings in 2023.
With a running time of just over an hour, MEER’s most ambitious, dynamic and immersive work to date has been released on the 23rd of August 2024 in CD, Digital and Ltd Edition Double LP in Neon Magenta/Grimace Purple Vinyl formats.
‘Wheels Within Wheels‘ is a piece of work that represents a significant evolution for the Norwegian progressive pop outfit, with eleven tracks that reach soaring heights, interspersed with moments of quiet reflection.
Karisma Records had also released a second single from the album.
The track chosen is ‘Chains Of Changes‘, a song filled with evocative lyrics and mesmerizing melodies that delves deep into the complexities of the human experience and offers a poignant reflection on the transformative power of perception.
With its hauntingly beautiful melodies, ethereal instrumentation and thought-provoking lyrics, ‘Chains Of Changes‘ urges listeners to embrace their vulnerability and confront the inevitability of change.
Something that is sure to resonate with audiences seeking solace in the midst of uncertainty.
Above all, ‘Chains Of Changes‘ offers a tantalizing glimpse into the sonic tapestry that MEER has meticulously crafted.
It is a testament to the band’s ability to seamlessly blend introspective lyricism with captivating musical arrangements, creating an immersive listening experience that transcends genre boundaries.