Norway鈥檚 Datarock are a blend of retro aesthetics, fun music, and modern electronic elements. Here鈥檚 why you should give them a listen.
I鈥檇 liked Datarock for some time but had no idea they were Norwegian until I came here. Their raw electronic rock excites my nerve endings and makes me throw shapes in the shower. And on the balcony. And on the T-Bane. And鈥� you get the idea.
Datarock are one of the closest bands I鈥檝e heard to what my mythical group 鈥淒avid and the Keyboards鈥� would sound like. Close, but not the same. I'd have more keyboards, obviously.
The sound of Datarock
Datarock is a Norwegian electronic music duo that emerged from Bergen in the early 2000s. Today the band primarily consists of Fredrik Saroea and Ketil Mosnes. Previous members included Kevin O鈥橞rien and Tom M忙land.
They're known for their distinctive sound, which blends elements of funk, pop, and electronic music, as well as for their energetic live performances.
Some of their popular songs include “Fa-Fa-Fa,” “Computer Camp Love,” and “Amarillion.” “Computer Camp Love” in particular gained attention for its playful reference to the 1984 film “Revenge of the Nerds.”
One of the unique aspects of Datarock is their visual identity. They are often seen wearing matching red tracksuits, which have become emblematic of their image.
Their style is sometimes described as a mix of Talking Heads, Devo, and Happy Mondays, and their music often contains witty lyrics and catchy hooks.
Datarock beyond music
You will probably have heard at least one Datarock song without realising it, especially if you鈥檙e a nerd like me.
Their songs have been featured in FIFA 08, FIFA 09, FIFA 10, Need For Speed: ProStreet, Sims 2, an iPod advert, and one of my favourite time-wasting iPhone games Tap Tap Revenge 3.
A rather unique and chilling fact about Datarock – they played on Ut酶ya to the hundreds of teenagers and young adults attending the UAF summer camp less than 24 hours before the tragedy of 22 July.
They spoke about their feelings to . 鈥淭hese were just innocent, defenceless kids spending summer socialising, getting new friends and camping out with their buddies,鈥� said singer Fredrik Saroea.
Are you a fan of Datarock? Perhaps you鈥檝e seen a live performance? Let us know your favourite track in the comments below.
Thank you David for bringing Data Rock into my life! But hey only one UK date in London? Have a word will you …
It’s my pleasure, m’dear!