8lanco // 23.59

With boundless talent and a work ethic to match, 8lanco is already one of the most exciting voices in Norwegian music – and he’s only 21 years old. In record time, he’s achieved feats that most artists can only dream of. From being discovered by Stargate and graduating from their prestigious music school in Los Angeles, to amassing over 4 million streams on his songs and 40 million plays on his Snapchat hit “BESTIE”, 8lanco has proven himself to be an artist who delivers both in the studio and on stage. As an independent artist, he’s already collaborated with Grammy-nominated producers in LA, performed on major stages such as Vill Vill Vest and Landstreff Stavanger, sold out his first headliner concert in Bergen, and had songs synced to the NRK series "Rykter", which has also been picked up by both Italian and Brazilian TV. The song “Actress” was awarded a 5/6 by Dagsavisen, while “Hell of It” was named song of the year by Puls Magasinet. His honest lyrics and raw energy create a unique connection with his fans, which is constantly growing both nationally and internationally – with over 70,000 followers on social media that follow his every move.

On the radio, he has had over 150 hours of airtime in the last year alone on P3 and P1, and with P3’s recommendation as one of their key artists in 2025, he's only going one way – up. A live experience out of the ordinary; on stage, 8lanco is an experience in itself. His performances combine energy, creativity and unexpected elements that take the audience on a journey. For example, he surprised at Vill Vill Vest with a complete flight theme: flight attendants handed out specially designed tickets that included a link to his upcoming single and exclusive content, which made both the audience and industry professionals open their eyes. Through creative concepts, strong vocal performances and his ability to play both guitar and piano live, he delivers an unforgettable concert experience that continues to attract attention. With interest from international giants such as Universal, Interscope and Capitol Records, and a career already filled with impressive milestones, there is no doubt that 8lanco is on his way to the world stage. His ability to combine raw musicianship with an eye for the visual and interactive makes him an artist who stands out in an ever-expanding market.