CCAP

The Sound Of Stavanger

Elise vatsvaag
CCAP NEWS

Elise Vatsvaag - I don't Like You

04/03/13 12:24
New single from Elise Vatsvaag

Elise Vatsvaag recently released her first single of 2013, to follow up her 10 (!) single releases of 2012. The single is available at iTunes, Spotify, Wimp, Deezer and pretty much every streaming and download service out there. Radiostations and media can download the track from iPluggers or get in touch with us at post [at] ccap [dot] com and we’ll mail you a link for download. Feel free to share / embed this player:




(scroll down for info in Norwegian)
“I Don't Like You”, with its explicit title, is a (provokingly) catchy pop-tune from Elise Vatsvaag within the genre of indiepop/electronica. For the first time ever, Vatsvaag has worked with producer and fellow band member Simen Ytre-Arne, and together they have created a vibrant soundscape with tasteful references. The song is loaded with subtle hooks, and while “I Don't Like You” proves to to be the most upbeat single from Vatsvaag so far, it still strikes a melancholic tone – a seemingly familiar feature in Vatsvaag's music.
Norwegian artist Elise Vatsvaag has created her own original and captivating sound while rubbing sonic shoulders with the likes of Swedish heroines such as Lykke Li, Veronica Maggio and Robyn. Elise’s collection of songs «This Is Not My Music» was released throughout 2012, and offered a glimpse of this young singer-songwriter’s burgeoning talents. The freshly baked 2013-single «I Don't Like You» proves that Vatsvaag has barely just begun.

NORWEGIAN: “I Don't Like You”, med sin eksplisitte tittel, er en fengende poplåt fra Elise Vatsvaag med tydelige røtter i indiepop/elektronika-sjangeren. Vatsvaag har for første gang samarbeidet med produsent og bandmedlem Simen Ytre-Arne. Sammen har de skapt et rikt og spennende lydbilde med smakfulle referanser. Låten inneholder flere hooks, og er definitivt den mest dansbare låten fra Vatsvaag så langt. Likevel har Vatsvaag beholdt det som tilsynelatende begynner å ligne på et varemerke/kjennetegn – nemlig snevet av melankoli og sårbarhet.


Tags:

Elise Vatsvaag - EP #2

12/12/12 10:17
Elise Vatsvaag - «This Is Not My Music EP#2»

The new EP is a compilation of the four singles Elise has given away for free to her fans in the autumn / winter 2012. The EP is available for download and streaming at www.elisevatsvaag.com and at most service providers (iTunes, Spotify, Wimp, Amazon, Deezer etc)



Norwegian singer-songwriter Elise Vatsvaag has created her own original and captivating sound while rubbing sonic shoulders with the likes of Lykke Li, Veronica Maggio and Robyn. Elise’s collection of songs «This Is Not My Music» was released throughout 2012, offering a glimpse of this young singer-songwriter’s burgeoning talents.

Elise Vatsvaag started her musical career at the age of 17. She received attention for a song she wrote with legendary songwriter James T. Slater in 2010, «Ooh La La», and the song playlisted on the biggest national radio in Norway for three months the following year. “This was a wonderful learning experience,” Elise recalls, “but it was when I spent five months in New York City last year (2011) that I started to move towards this new artistic direction.”

After returning from New York, Elise spent 4 months in the studio recording new material with producer Ashley Stubbert in her hometown of Stavanger. «This Is Not My Music», is a collection of 8 songs, which was released throughout 2012. A new song was released on the 10th of every month on elisevatsvaag.com, all tracks was available for a free download. Every fourth single was followed by an EP collection of the singles, digitally available everywhere.

«This Is Not My Music» is a concept recognizing the fact that music will eventually go free. Free, however, is only part of the business model. By unshackling her music and giving it away for free, Elise is using one product to add value to other products. As many artists have proven before her; free music helps generate interest in concerts and merchandise, the more people talk about the music increases the bands profile in turn receiving more marketing and licensing possibilities. To be recognized in a fast growing digital market artists need to find smart ways to spread good, relevant songs in the most efficient way. «This Is Not My Music» is Elise's solution.

Elise Vatsvaag

Elise Vatsvaag You Tube
Elise Vatsvaag Facebook
Elise Vatsvaag website


Tags:

Elise Vatsvaag - This Is Not My Music #8

10/11/12 13:16
Elise Vatsvaag - new single // free download!

«December» is the eight and last installment in Elise Vatsvaag´s project «This Is Not My Music». Through 2012 Elise have released eight FREE singles on her website www.elisevatsvaag.com On the 10th of every month a new single has been made available for free download, streaming and sharing through her website. Every fourth single is followed by a EP compilation of the same tracks released through iTunes, Spotify, Amazon etc.

Download the track for free at www.elisevatsvaag.com (available from 10th November) or from this Soundcloud player:



Elise talks about the new single:

"Dear friends.
So it has come to this. The final song from the "This Is Not My Music"-series - "December" - is out. It all started on February 10th earlier this year, and today, on November 10th, I've officially completed the project. "This Is Not My Music" has brought me so much joy and excitement, and I genuienly hope that it has brought you some joy and excitement as well.
It's been a good year and I want to thank you so much for being a part of this journey. On December 10th, I am releasing "This Is Not My Music - EP#2", holding the last four songs of the series: "Already Gone", "Home", "After the Storm" and, of course, "December". Until then, enjoy the winter and eat plenty of oranges.
Thanks, Elise"

Check out all the singles released in the «This Is Not My Music» project so far:



The first four tracks are now available at iTunes, Spotify, Amazon etc. The next four tracks will be available on December 10th

Elise Vatsvaag

Tags:

Elise Vatsvaag - This Is Not My Music #7

08/10/12 13:35
Elise Vatsvaag - new single // free download!

«After The Storm» is the seventh installment in Elise Vatsvaag´s ongoing project «This Is Not My Music». Through 2012 Elise will release eight FREE singles on her website www.elisevatsvaag.com On the 10th of every month a new single will be available for free download, streaming and sharing through her website. Every fourth single will be followed by a EP compilation of the same tracks released through iTunes, Spotify, Amazon etc.

Download the track for free at www.elisevatsvaag.com (available from 10th October) or from this Soundcloud player:



Elise talks about the new single:
"After the Storm" is the seventh single in the series "This Is Not My Music". This one is a little different.
When I started working in the studio with Ashley a year ago, "After the Storm" didn't exist. We had picked seven songs and were working on them in their barest form, when Ashley said that the only thing that was missing was a slow song. And by slow, he meant super slow. I figured he wanted to give me a challenge, and I decided I was going to take it. It took me a few days to finish the song. When I got back in the studio we recorded a sketch, and the next day we made the complete version. This was actually the very first song we finished. It was pouring outside while we recorded the guitar parts, and some construction builders were working right outside the studio. You can actually hear traces of it in the song, if you listen carefully. 
"After the Storm" is different, but I am still very honored and proud to be able to release a song like this. I hope you will like it as well.
Sincerely, Elise.."


Check out all the singles released in the «This Is Not My Music» project so far:



The first four tracks are now available at iTunes, Spotify, Amazon etc

Elise Vatsvaag

Tags:

Elise Vatsvaag -This Is Not My Music # 6

10/09/12 10:58
Elise Vatsvaag - new single // free download!

«Home» is the sixth installment in Elise Vatsvaag´s ongoing project «This Is Not My Music». Through 2012 Elise will release eight FREE singles on her website www.elisevatsvaag.com On the 10th of every month a new single will be available for free download, streaming and sharing through her website. Every fourth single will be followed by a EP compilation of the same tracks released through iTunes, Spotify, Amazon etc.

Download the track for free at www.elisevatsvaag.com or from this Soundcloud player:



Elise talks about the new single:
I am so pleased to introduce the sixth release of the This Is Not My Music-series, «Home». I wrote this song in my apartment in Brooklyn last year, right before I was about to head back home to Norway. I was feeling excited, sad and nervous at the time. Excited because I was going home to see all my friends and family, sad because I was about to end the greatest journey of my life (so far), nervous because I wondered what kind of expectations people would have. I'd been living in New York for six months, writing and composing new songs, and I sure hoped that people would be interested to hear them. One of the lines in the song goes «What will they think, will they mind, will they even notice». By returning to Norway, I was about to burst the bubble I'd been living in. It was time to bring all of my songs to life, and it felt so good and so nerve wrecking at the same time.

I used my Baby Taylor-guitar when we recorded this song, which is the very first guitar I ever bought. The drums is played by Ole Tollefsen, the bass is played by Simen Ytre-Arne and the rest is done by Ashley Stubbert (the producer) and myself. We also drank a lot of tea during this particular recording. I hope you will enjoy it.  

Check out all the singles released in the «This Is Not My Music» project so far:



The first four tracks are now available at iTunes, Spotify, Amazon etc

Elise Vatsvaag

Tags:

Elise Vatsvaag - This Is Not My Music #5

14/08/12 15:34
ELISE VATSVAAG - «Already Gone» - Free download!

«Already Gone» is the fifth installment in Elise Vatsvaag´s ongoing project «This Is Not My Music». Through 2012 Elise will release eight FREE singles on her website www.elisevatsvaag.com On the 10th of every month a new single will be available for free download, streaming and sharing through her website. Every fourth single will be followed by a EP compilation of the same tracks released through iTunes, Spotify, Amazon etc.

Download the track for free at www.elisevatsvaag.com or from this Soundcloud player:



Elise talks about the new single:
Already Gone was written along with my friend Paul F. Johannessen in New York City about a year ago. The truth is I've had my ups and downs with this song. The lyrics are describing some of the inside struggles I was having right after moving to New York. I was alone and somewhat confused. It is true what they say - a big city can indeed make you feel very small. I was having some difficulties as far as relating to the city, and I was also having doubts about my music. I needed to figure out a way to approach this whole new situation, and it wasn't going too well. At least not while I was writing this song. I wrote all the verses in New York, and I went home without a chorus. Even though I eventually figured out a solution to my problems and was feeling very much at ease, the song was still a dark piece at this point.
 
I wrote a new chorus in the studio with Ashley a few months later (the producer), and we recorded a new demo of it. Suddenly there was a shred of hope. The chorus added exactly what the song needed - light, hope, positivity, energy and guts. The darkness and the light went perfectly together. I wanted to record it, and I wanted to share it. So here it is. To you from my bare hands.

Check out all the singles released in the «This Is Not My Music» project so far:




Tags:

Elise Vatsvaag - Free bonustrack

26/07/12 10:15
ELISE VATSVAAG - FREE BONUSTRACK

Elise Vatsvaag is releasing 8 singles this year, all for free! It´s all part of her «This Is Not My Music» project. February through May and August through November 2012 she is releasing one single a month on her website www.elisevatsvaag.com. Each single is available for free streaming and download for one month until it´s replaced by a new single. Every fourth single is followed by an EP available for streaming and download through iTunes, Spotify, Amazon, Deezer, Wimp etc

In addition Elise decided to release a brand new track, «Wasted», as a bonus track for her fans. Check it out at her website or download it here:













The EP with the first four singles was released in June. «This Is Not My Music EP #1» is available for streaming and downloading everywhere. Feel free to share this Soundcloud player

Tags:

Elise Vatsvaag - «This Is Not My Music EP #1»

15/06/12 12:25
ELISE VATSVAAG - «This Is Not My Music EP #1»

Elise Vatsvaag



Norwegian singer-songwriter Elise Vatsvaag has created her own original and captivating sound while rubbing sonic shoulders with the likes of Lykke Li, Veronica Maggio and Robyn. Elise’s collection of songs «This Is Not My Music» will be released throughout 2012, offering a glimpse of this young singer-songwriter’s burgeoning talents.

"This Is Not My Music #1" is a collection of the first four singles Elise released in 2012.

Elise Vatsvaag started her musical career at the age of 17. She received attention for a song she wrote with legendary songwriter James T. Slater in 2010, «Ooh La La», and the song playlisted on the biggest national radio in Norway for three months the following year. “This was a wonderful learning experience,” Elise recalls, “but it was when I spent five months in New York City last year (2011) that I started to move towards this new artistic direction.”

After returning from New York, Elise spent 4 months in the studio recording new material with producer Ashley Stubbert in her hometown of Stavanger. «This Is Not My Music», is a collection of 8 songs, which will all be released throughout 2012. A new song will be released on the 10th of every month on www.elisevatsvaag.com, all tracks will be available for a free download. Every fourth single is followed bu an EP collection of the singles, digitally available everywhere.

«This Is Not My Music» is a concept recognizing the fact that music will eventually go free. Free, however, is only part of the business model. By unshackling her music and giving it away for free, Elise is using one product to add value to other products. As many artists have proven before her; free music helps generate interest in concerts and merchandise, the more people talk about the music increases the bands profile in turn receiving more marketing and licensing possibilities. To be recognized in a fast growing digital market artists need to find smart ways to spread good, relevant songs in the most efficient way. «This Is Not My Music» is Elise's solution.

The first song from the collection, «Safe Play», was released February 10th. “Safe Play” is a delightfully catchy confession, delivered with Elise’s signature carefree shrug and a smile. The thrilling combination of conventional pop rock instrumentation accompanied by strings and a sprinkling of electronica gives Elise a fresh individual sound. The day after releasing the song on her home page, Elise was made «Artist of the Week» by the biggest talent-scout radio show in Norway, NRK Urørt, confessing the following: «With well appropriated melodic hooks, a charming voice and a solid production, Elise Vatsvaag is one of the most exciting new pop artists Urørt has heard in a long time.»

The second single, “Vena Amoris”, was released March 10th. “It’s been a while since I’ve posted some straight up female singer/songwriter stuff, so I’m excited to have stumbled upon a goodie last weekend in Elise Vatsvaag. Vatsvaag, out of Norway,  is releasing a new (free) song on the 10th of every month for her album, This Is Not My Music. I took a strong liking to her March single, “Vena Amoris (...) Vatsvaag has a youthful, precious voice” (www.knoxroad.com)

The third single, “Neighboorhood” was released April 10th. “Look at this pretty Norwegian lady singer, and listen to the equally pretty pop tune that she’s just made (...) a bright and cheerful song with a delightfully sunny disposition" (www.scandipop.co.uk). Leading up to this particular release Elise ran a competition called «This Is Not My Art Work», asking people to send her a photo of their best childhood memory to her Facebook. In under two weeks she received more than 70 photos!

Tags:

Elise Vatsvaag - This Is NOt My Music #4

10/05/12 11:44
ELISE VATSVAAG - «THE NIGHT THAT I LET GO»



Get your free download from Elise Vatsvaag´s website
Scroll down to access the four singles released by Elise Vastvaag so far in 2012

Elise Vatsvaag tells us about her latest single:

I can’t believe I’m about to release a fourth single! 4 songs have been released, which basically means I’m halfway through the «This Is Not My Music» project. That is undeniably a fact that makes me feel tingly with joy and excitement. I am also very excited about this fourth single «The Night That I Let Go». Please allow me to explain why.
«The Night That I Let Go» is what I would like to call a «travelling tune». It first came to life during a Songwriter’s Circle, which is like a songwriting retreat where you meet up with different writers from across the world and make music together. In 2009 I paired up with Greg Holden, Jeff Cohen and Christian Ingebrigtsen – three excellent writers and amazing people. We wrote a funny song about drinking too much and partying too hard. It was great fun, but I never thought of either performing or recording the song. It was…well, a little over the edge. I could not, however, get some of the lyrical and melodic parts out of my head.
In the Summer of 2011 I was going over some old piano tracks that my friend and piano player Paul Fredrik Johannessen had sent me. I found a clip that I immediately fell in love with, and for some reason it made me think of the song I wrote back in 2009 with the boys. I called Paul and arranged a writing session with him. We jammed for a couple of hours, kept some of the melodies and lyrics from the session in 2009, and re-wrote a few things. Suddenly we had a song that sounded great. We called it «The Night That I Let Go». Technically speaking it took three years, five writers, two pianos, two guitars, two cities and two sessions to write this song. Phew.
I really hope you will like it.
I also wanted to let you know that on June 10th I’m releasing «This Is Not My Music EP#1», which holds the first four songs, «Safe Play», «Vena Amoris», «Neighborhood» and «The Night That I Let Go», and maybe also a surprise. You’ll have to buy it to find out. YES, buy! For the first time I’m asking for a price. For four months I’ve been giving my music away for free. On June 10th I’m releasing the first of two EP’s on iTunes and other digital stores. For those reading this, I hope you got a chance to download all the songs for free. If not, now there’s always a chance to get a hold of them.

That’s it for now
Sincerely
Elise Vatsvaag




Tags:

New Releases April 2012

24/04/12 12:44
NEW RELEASES APRIL 2012

We´ve got some great tracks coming your way this month!

Nite Sprite_Digital EP_CoverNeighborhood 960x960
Nite Sprite releases his EP April 24th. The EP was previously released on a lovely double 7 inch vinyl, and is now also available digitally. Elise Vatsvaag recently released her third single of the year from her ongoing «This Is Not My Music» project.

Deathbarrel front coverKeeping_Track_1400x1400
Deathbarrel released their first single this week, and finally Poor Edward is back with a brand new single May 4th.

We´ll post more info and a music player right here in a few days. In the mean time, check out the artist links for music and updates

Tags:

Elise Vatsvaag - This Is Not My Artwork

29/03/12 13:25
ELISE VATSVAAG - «This Is Not My Artwork» - crowd sourcing!
 As you might now, Elise Vatsvaag started a new project called «This Is Not My Music» this year. Through 2012 Elise will release eight FREE singles on her website www.elisevatsvaag.com On the 10th of every month a new single will be available for free download, streaming and sharing through her website. Every fourth single will be followed by an EP compilation of the same tracks released through iTunes, Spotify, Amazon etc

For the third single, «Neighborhood», Elise is reaching out to her fans to find a picture to use on the cover. This is her message to you (from her Tumblr blog)

Dear fans! I would love to encourage you to be a part of a silly but meaningful competition in connection to the release of my next single. As you probably know, I am currently in the middle of releasing new music from the series «This Is Not My Music». So far, two singles have been released and on April 10th I’m releasing a THIRD single called «Neighborhood». «Neighborhood» is a song about childhood memories and nostalgia, and, most importantly, the fact that I came from the last couple of years in a generation where we didn’t have that many computer games around. I remember how we would always run around in the streets of our neighborhood, pretending to be princesses or warriors. We had no choice but to be creative, and we basically had to create our own fantasy world. I am so grateful for this time, and I treasure it with all my heart. Unfortunately, I feel like kids nowadays are becoming more addicted to computer games than ever.

So, the competition goes like this! Send me a photo of your best childhood memory. This can basically be anything, your favorite toy, your favorite street, your favorite park, your best childhood friend… whatever really, as long as it is meaningful. The best photo will be chosen as the official single cover for my song «Neighborhood» and you will also get my EP «This Is Not My Music #1» for FREE when it is released on June 10th.

You are probably wondering why I’m asking you to do this, like, Elise…wouldn’t it make more sense if you had your own best childhood memory as a cover? Well, no. Your support means the world to me, and I would love for any of you to be a part of this project.
Who’s with me?!

IF YOU ARE, email me your photo (and why it means something to you) at elisevatsvaag at gmail.com, or upload a picture to my Facebook

Tags:

Elise Vatsvaag - This Is Not My Music #2

13/03/12 13:19
ELISE VATSVAAG - «Vena Amoris» - FREE SINGLE!

«Vena Amoris» is the second installment of Elise Vatsvaag´s «This Is Not My Music» project. Through 2012 Elise will release eight FREE singles on her website www.elisevatsvaag.com On the 10th of every month a new single will be available for free download, streaming and sharing through her website. Every fourth single will be followed by a EP compilation of the same tracks released through iTunes, Spotify, Amazon etc

Get «Vena Amoris» and check out her new video on her website. Feel free to download, share and embed «Vena Amoris». Extra points for using #thisisnotmymusic on Twitter!

The day after releasing the first single «Safe Play» on her website, Elise was made «Artist of the Week» by the biggest talent-scout radio show in Norway, NRK Urørt, confessing the following: «With well appropriated melodic hooks, a charming voice and a solid production, Elise Vatsvaag is one of the most exciting new pop artists Urørt has heard in a long time.»

«Safe Play» is currently playlisted on the brilliant Danish radio channel DR6 Beat. Check out their internet radio (choose DR6 Beat from the channel list)



Make sure to check out her 2011 single «Ooh La La». The single is also available at iTunes, Spotify, Wimp, Amazon etc

Tags:

Elise Vatsvaag - This Is Not My Music

10/02/12 11:20
ELISE VATSVAAG - «Safe Play» - FREE SINGLE!

Today Elise Vatsvaag launch her new project «This is not my music» with her first single of 2012: «Safe Play».
Through 2012 Elise will release eight FREE singles on her website www.elisevatsvaag.com
The 10th of every month a new single will be available for free download, streaming and sharing through her website. Every fourth single will be followed by a EP compilation of the same tracks released through iTunes, Spotify, Amazon etc

Read more about Elise and the «this is not my music» project on her website. Feel free to download, share and embed «Safe Play». Extra points for using #thisisnotmymusic on Twitter!











"Safe Play" Official Music Video from Elise Vatsvaag on Vimeo.



Make sure to check out her 2011 single «Ooh La La». The single is also available at iTunes, Spotify, Wimp, Amazon etc

Tags:

Elise Vatsvaag and Pete Johansen playlisted on NRK P1

19/05/11 12:49
Two new tracks on NRK P1 playlist

We´ve been on a long and (we believe) well deserved vacation. We are now back at the office, working our way through the inbox and preparing new releases.
While we´ve been away two recent releases have entered the NRK P1 charts (Norwegian Public Broadcasting, the largest radiostation in Norway).
Check out the tracks by Pete Johansen and Elise Vatsvaag:

CCAP på P1 by CCAP



Elise on the cover of the April issue of Natt & Dag



Tags:

Elise Vatsvaag single released today

25/02/11 09:56
ELISE VATSVAAG - «Ooh La La» Out Now!

Elise Vatsvaag´s new single «Ohh La La» was released Today.
The single is out on Wimp, Platekompaniet online, iTunes & more

Elise Vatsvaag - Ooh la la (mp3) by CCAP

Check out the new video:



On dreary days when everything seems blasé, Elise Vatsvaag’s flirtatious voice and playful lyrics are a pick-me-up. The small-framed Norwegian singer-songwriter has been compared to Ingrid Michaelson and Katie Melua for her style and songwriting prowess, but her unique charm is the result of her innocent outlook on life and youthful zest. In 2009 Elise signed with the Norwegian management company Great Moments, and since then she has grown to be among one of the most interesting up-and-coming artists in the west coast area of Norway. In January 2011 Elise Vatsvaag moved to New York City in order to work on her debut album.


Tags:

CCAP2012
UA-28503945-1