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Aarhus, Denmark (1995 – present)

Under Byen is a Danish band founded in 1995 mainly by Katrine Stochholm and Henriette Sennenvaldt.

Under Byen (Danish for “Below the City”) are known for producing their own unorthodox interpretation of rock (but it could also be indie, folktronic, trip-hop, post-rock or… something else). They rarely use guitars. Instead their soundscape is dominated by piano, cello, violin, electrically-distorted saw, organ, drums and percussion. A somewhat different vein of post-rock, infused with jazzy, folky and classical elements. An important part of the music is also the voice of Henriette Sennenvaldt, whose poetic Danish lyrics add a further mysterious allure to the mix.

The 1999 debut album “Kyst” impressed music critics, who applauded the band for creating their own style and tone. The second album “Det Er Mig Der Holder Træerne Sammen” (2002) was equally praised and has grown to become a hallmark for the band and helped reach a wider audience in Denmark and elsewhere. In 2004 it was re-released outside Denmark.

In 2006 the band released their album “Af Samme Stof som Stof” to rave reviews.

Far from being a mainstream act Under Byen has nevertheless attracted a growing devoted fan base following the release of their two albums and intense live shows.

Under Byen’s influences are very diverse. Leadsinger Henriette Sennenvaldt has been quoted as saying she was inspired by traffic. And if “Kyst” would be said to have a theme it would probably be water and harbours.
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  • NaturePrevails

    holy shit this is gooood

    21 days ago
  • HyperMuffin

    anyone got news about the new live album?

    22 days ago
  • Vaaska

    Congratulations Ramiro17 :) and I agree with You !

    last month
  • Ramiro17

    Finally found Kyst. Wonderful.

    February 2012
  • LouisZypher

    Rorwooken, it couldn't be more accurate. Besides, hails to you, you resemble Mr. Vikernes. :)

    January 2012
  • annmig

    Come to Poland, please! [2]

    January 2012
  • Rorwooken

    Is good for winters in the north, very delicious.

    December 2011
  • sad_wintertones

    Such a delicious music, mmmm.

    December 2011
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Hej alle sammenMusikforeningen Oppenheimer søger pt. nye medlemmer til produktionsgruppen, og mon ikke der kunne være en enkelt eller to af alle jer gode mennesker der kunne have lyst til …

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