Fuglefolk by Songleikr

As friendships evolve, so does the boldness of our music – we are proud to present our new album Fuglefolk, a manifestation of song and play.

After nearly a decade since our debut album Godtfolk, Songleikr returns with our long-awaited second release, Fuglefolk—a heartfelt, honest, and playful folk-pop album gathered from the group’s creative treasure chest.
Where Godtfolk leaned more deeply into traditional material, Fuglefolk is composed almost solely by us: bigger in sound, richer in instrumentation, and more progressive in spirit.

Recorded live in the studio—with the full ensemble playing together to capture that raw, communal “folk-in-the-room” energy—Fuglefolk carries the pulse of real moments. Several tracks grew from improvised jam sessions, staying true to the Songleikr spirit (“song game”), where spontaneity and connection guide the music.

The lineup of the album consists of Maria Franz—the Norwegian vocalist also known from the internationally acclaimed group Heilung, Ingrid Galadriel Aune Falch, Norwegian singer and songwriter, Kasia Sikora-Black, a UK-based musician with a rich musical education and an ear for shimmering melodic textures, and Petter-Olai Østbye Sagen (NO), who anchors the group’s sound with the deep rhythmic pulse that defines Songleikr’s unmistakable musical landscape.

Unique for this production, Fuglefolk also features special guest appearances by Magnus Børmark (Gåte) on mandola and guitar, Myrkur (DK) on viola and keyharpe, Jo Ranheim (NO) on mandola and guitar, and Mona Hynne (NO) on guitar.

What can fans expect from Fuglefolk?
Powerful gliding Nordic harmonies, playful progressive beats, honest emotion, dancing energy, and moments of pure musical mischief. It is a collection of songs made to be felt—alive, breathing, and full of joy.

We loved creating this album and hope you love it too :) <3

Tracklist

1.	Tannlokk	0:45

2.	Kunstner	4:04

3.	Fløytete	2:46

4.	Tung å be	3:43

5.	Vi flyr hvor vi vil	3:00

6.	Svarvi	4:40

7.	Elden Melder	3:43

8.	Kyskhetsbeltet	4:09

9.	Arme jomfru	2:34

10.	Troll	4:51

11.	Hujen	7:26

12.	Er du	3:56

Credits

released February 20, 2026

This album was recorded, mixed and produced by Mona Hynne and co produced by Fieke van den Hurk, Maria Franz, Kasia Sikora-Black and Ingrid Galadriel Aune Falch.

Amalie Myrkur, Magnus Børmark and Jo Ranheim: The three of you amazing stringplayers came into our lives right when the songbirds were about to hatch and the little babysongbirds instantly bonded with you. Thank you for connecting with the music, for your deep professionalism and for bringing your beautiful, creative energy to Fuglefolk.

Fuglefolk was recorded, mixed and produced in Øra Studio by Mona Hynne and co-produced by Fieke van den Hurk, Ingrid Galadriel Aune Falch, Kasia Sikora-Black and Maria Franz.
This album was mastered by Maria Triana.

The cover artwork was made by Moriild/Mia Maria My Gravgaard (original birds and vines), Kai Uwe Faust (background and digital editing), Maria Franz (layout, handwriting and digital editing), Fieke van den Hurk (layout and graphic design) and Kasia Sikora-Black (artistic input)

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