Get ready for a fusion of folk music and electronic dance music! Dust off your best halling moves, practice kicking a hat off a stick, and look forward to when this duo is going to give us an spectacular kick off from the Troll stage!

Inspired by Eivind Groven and Erik Eggen, Naaljos Ljom has created a unique concept, blending Norwegian microtonal folk music with electronics. Anders Hana and Morten Joh master a variety of instruments – munnharpe, Hardingfele, traditional Norwegian slåttetromme, and Langeleik, all mixed with electronic instruments.

Being named “the musical answer to a Workers’ Day parade”, Norwegian sextet Sliteneliten have become one of the most talked-about Norwegian underground bands recently, with their blend of 70s era protest music, punk, Norwegian folk music and underground Raincoats-esque indie rock. The politically charged lyrics, sung in the Voss dialect from the Norwegian folk music heartland, take up arms against elites, capitalism and cultural snobbery.

Staying true to the DIY route, Sliteneliten have amassed a dedicated following among young Norwegians through two albums and a relentless touring schedule, which has seen them spellbind the audience at Norwegian underground festivals like Fjellpark, Osa and Karlsøy, the legendary Oslo-venue BLÅ, the biggest showcase festival in Norway, by:Larm — and they also played at Roskilde and Urkult in 2024! But more important: protest camps and demonstrations fighting for a better world.

Resjemheia is a trio of well known musicians, Ottar Kåsa on Hardingfele, Kenneth Kapstad on drums, and Mattis Kleppen on bass guitar, who come together and thrive despite their diverse backgrounds. The band has been around since 2010 and has toured both Norway and Europe. Their music is based on original compositions as well as traditional tunes from Telemark, West Africa, and Mississippi ✨

The trio Resjemheia has released four albums – ‘Mattis Kleppen & Resjemheia’, which was nominated in the open category for the Folkelarm Prize in 2014, ‘El Bokko,’ a commissioned piece for the Telemark Festival in 2015, and ‘Bullinn’ in 2018/19. Their live album, «Live in Rudolstadt,» was released in March 2023.

Rulefinn has had his feet well planted in Disco for most of his 20+ year career, and through six years as booking manager and resident at the Oslo Disco bastion Ingensteds, his passion for Italo and percussive 130+ driving 70/80 sounds grew ever stronger.

Having neglected his early love for Trance until the recent gen z revival, his spectrum now glides through Italo disco, classic/progressive trance, French touch, proto Techno, acid bangers and other uplifting vibes 🕺🪩✨

For all those who missed this awesome band on the Troll stage last year, there’s some good news — you’ll get another chance this summer, as the one and only Dødsego is coming back!

Psychedelic power septet and creative collective from the woods. Initially drawing inspiration from pioneers like King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard, Motorpsycho and The Doors, Dødsego started as a psych rock four piece in Eidsvoll in 2016. They have since expanded into a seven headed beast, evermore expanding their creative boundaries with saxophones, layered guitars, visuals and much more.

Dødsego’s experience is a forever evolving art piece. No concert is ever the same, as the band changes the show from gig to gig keeping it more interesting for themselves and the audience. Their seventh member is in control of the visual experience in real time with the band, further intensifying the trip. You can expect crushing fuzz, long jams and soothing psychedelia, as well as references to their heroes and pop culture classics.

This noisy blackgrass band plays folky rock tunes with punk attitude.

Hailing deep from the Finnish wilderness and the bleak coast of Norway, Twin Serpent emerges. With honest observations on life, death and beyond, this noisy crust country outfit will take you on a trip with country licks and rock'n'roll kicks.

Armed with Driving rhythms and vocal harmonies, banjo and a shrieking telecaster. The band is currently working on their second full length speckled with catchy melodies and folky rock tunes with punk attitude.

With veterans from bands like Barren Womb, Lucky Malice and Probleman they sure know how to throw a party!

True Norwegian Blackgrass.

Twin Serpent is:
Timo Silvola: Vocals, banjo, acoustic guitar
Hanna Fauske: Vocals, bass
Tony Gonzalez: Acoustic and electric guitars, backing vocals
Viktor Kristensen: Drums, percussion

Krakonoš is known for being the protector of the forest in ancient european folklore. He will also be protecting the forest under Trollkauk, and at the same time create a dark and mystic experiences at night in the forest

Our beloved Henke Foss, the heart of DJ Laüget! A visionary who has energized dance floors from Finland to the Netherlands. His versatile style breaks boundaries, and he is a maestro who can create unforgettable moments, no matter the occasion.

As the only female DJ in the collective DJLaüget, Kiira, has performed at numerous events and venues across Norway. Her playing style is playful and energetic, and you’ll rarely see her standing still behind the DJ booth.

After their electrifying performance on the Troll Stage this summer, and a handshake with drummer Hans who said, “Next year, we’re playing for three hours!”, we knew we had to bring them back! And yes - get ready for an unforgettable night! Drongo is bringing you a 3-hour live set featuring extended edits of both brand new tracks and classic hits. It’s going to be an epic journey through the best of Drongo, and trust us, you don’t want to miss it. Get hyped, and let the music take over!

Drongo sounds like the bastard child of a Norwegian Space Disco DJ and a Krautrock collective. Their no-bullshit improvisational approach to making music translates into playful, organic, and strange tracks that blend techno aesthetics with live musicians, drawing inspiration from everything from Lindstrøm to Lightning Bolt to Charles Mingus. Known for their energetic live shows, Drongo has gained a cult-like reputation for performances that leave no one in the audience standing still.

This is not your typical concert. The eight-member collective Drongo has traveled far and wide with their krauty space disco in recent years, and the more they play, the more they want to keep playing. With three albums released since 2021 and a fourth on the way, Drongo is firmly establishing themselves as a force to be reckoned with in the European alternative music scene. Since signing with Norwegian booking agency Polar Artist, they’ve toured extensively in Norway and performed in Sweden, Denmark, and England.

After a mind-blowing show at last year’s festival, the demand was clear – people wanted more of this explosive band! And guess what? Wish granted!

We are proud to once again present: Det Skandaløse Orkester at Trollkaukfestivalen!

Hailing from Bergen, this cult band is unlike anything else in Norwegian music history. Described as the weirdest, most fascinating, and tightest band in Bergen, they have been compared to legends like Frank Zappa and Gartnerlosjen. Their live shows are pure chaos in the best possible way—unleashing wild and reckless energy, beautiful melodies, screaming brass, terrible humor, inappropriate dancing, and erotic moaning on the edge of madness.

Genre-wise, expect a rollercoaster ride from prog and jazz to punk, folk, polka, country ‘n’ western, rave, and even football anthems. Some songs are instrumental, while others tackle the eternal conflict between society’s outsiders and the so-called “normal.”

“There is no doubt that Skandaløse is one of Bergen’s most skilled bands, completely mastering their own formula! 6/6” – Petter Lønningen, Bergens Tidende

«Restless folk rock from and for a chaotic world, breaking all boundaries!» (Dagsavisen, 2023)

The band MÍO have earned a reputation as one of the underground’s most exceptional live experiences. With roots in Oslo’s punk and rock scene, the band has left a lasting impression across Norway, from Midgardsblot to the Telemark Festival, with their groundbreaking folk rock.

Their music draws rich inspiration from Norwegian rock, punk, and folk music - hard-hitting and dynamic, featuring hardanger fiddle and a vast arsenal of folk instruments from around the world. With a front vocalist delivering raw vocals power and an immense stage presence and expressive ability, supported by a tight, playful, and energetic band, the result is an unforgettable musical force.

The band’s debut album, «Ingen tid å miste» (No Time to Lose), was released in 2023 to critical acclaim, home and abroad - earning the top spot on The Nordic Sound as “Best Nordic Release.”

MÍO’s musical universe and live performances has been described to be a phenomenon that must be experienced in person—come and be a part of the fairytale!

Two of Norway’s most celebrated young bands join forces for *Langt, langt vekk (Far, far away)*—a groundbreaking blend of psychedelic rock and neo-folk.

Kanaan’s improvisational jazz/psych rock and Ævestaden’s folktronica, featuring ancient instruments like fiddles and kravik lyre, create a sound both meditative and progressive. The album seamlessly merges reworked traditionals, psalms, and new compositions, showcasing heavy guitars, synths, and thundering rhythms in a bold, cohesive fusion.

Kanaan: A Spellemann-winning trio known for evolving from psych-jazz to stoner rock. Since their 2018 debut, they’ve released seven studio albums and one live album.

Ævestaden: A neo-traditional folk trio blending ancient Nordic music with cutting-edge electronics. The group has earned acclaim for their innovative albums and captivating soundscapes.

Pettø — the moniker of Sebastian Tarantino, is an emerging artist on the Norwegian electronic scene. Bands such as Kiss, Nirvana, Beastie Boys, and House of Pain marked his musical tastes in the late ‘90s, but Daft Punk’s debut album Homework in 1997 sparked his desire to delve deeper into electronic music.

He began DJing in 2006, performing at various clubs in Argentina, Norway, the Netherlands, and Berlin, including venues and events such as Complex Maastricht, Mint, Tou, Hjertøya Festivalen, Steinbeat Festivalen, and OMG Festival, among others.

In 2019, he launched his own concept event in Stavanger, Norway, called 50 Fishes. This event focuses on techno music, aiming to spotlight emerging talents and merge them with experienced national and international DJs.

Pettø’s DJ sets and productions are defined by deep, dark, and melodic techno styles brimming with energy.

Cosmic Swing Orchestra is the band that opens minds and swings you straight into the cosmos. The moment they take the stage, there is no doubt that this will be an extraordinary experience. Dressed in dazzling outfits from head to toe and radiating pure enthusiasm, they merge strong political engagement with immense musicality and a deep respect for jazz tradition.

Cosmic throws a party and pulls the audience into an absurd reality of silk-suited men, plastic oceans, and breakfast cocaine—a reality also known as the world’s normal state. But instead of bowing their heads in despair over the state of the world, they use their music to encourage and inspire people to help the planet by changing their way of life. In this chaotic whirlwind of impressions, Cosmic meets all kinds of people with the aim of giving them an ecstatic show, a reality check, and, most of all, a sense of hope that can spark action.