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Malin Pettersen

Mar 14, 2024

1:00pm – 1:40pm CT

International Day Stage

Malin Pettersen has become a household name in Norway and a name people notice internationally. The overwhelming response from the public, press and industry has resulted in a Norwegian Grammy Award, several appearances on Norway’s biggest talk shows and praise from media such as Billboard, Rolling Stone Magazine, Forbes and much more.

In 2023 Malin Pettersen is performed at The Long Road Festival in England, Static Roots Festival in Germany, Øya festival in Norway and Americana fest in Nashville (US), to name a few.

“absolute stunner” - Paste Magazine

“Malin Pettersen has more than her share of wisdom, as well as luminous songs, and this lovely album is proof.” - No Depression

“Her voice, ripening like a fine Merlot, then imposes a razor sharp presence that’s alluring and unforgiving.” - American Songwriter

“’Don’t know how long it takes to get there, how long I want to stay or if I’m ever even going back,’ Pettersen sings, supported by cascading backing vocals and a spacious arrangement that recalls indie-rock tinkerers the Walkmen.” - Rolling Stone Country

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