Margit Bakken
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 8. 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. 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]
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 |
Instruments | Vocals, guitar |
Years active | 1975–present |
Associated acts | Women in Blues (with Rita Engedalen) |
Discography
- On the Other Side (2009)
- Women in Blues (2012), with Rita Engedalen
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References
- Damer i Blues til USA (NRK)
- 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
- Margit Bakken in Setesdalswiki
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