Listen to Norway runs down the 18 Norwegian acts now confirmed for SXSW 2011: http://www.listento.no/mic.nsf/doc/art2011011114030711899290
The list: Altaar, Benea Reach, Casiokids, Datarock, Death Crush, Forza, Harry`s Gym, DE Håker Flaten, Kvelertak, Marit Larsen, The Megaphonic Thrift, My Little Pony, Nico D & Admiral P, Serpentine, Simon Says No!, Sondre Lerche, Tôg and Youth Pictures Of Florence Henderson.
Norwegian metal/noise act Altaar has scuttled their plans to play CMJ, but on the flipside, they'll be recording a 7" in December.
Norwegian noise/metal act Altaar has pressed a 2nd edition of the "Dødsønske" CS. Order via : http://www.roggbif.com/
Look for a new 7" from the group in the near future along with their upcoming full-length CD/LP "Okkult de sac".
Norwegian hardcore act Kvelertak will officially release their self-titled debut on June 21. Said record was recorded with Kurt Ballou (Converge) at Godcity Studios in Salem, MA and features guest appearances by Hoest(Taake), Andreas Tylden (JR Ewing, Altaar), Ivar Nikolaisen (Silver) and Ryan McKenney (Trap Them). Hear the latter on "Offernatt" at myspace: http://www.myspace.com/kvelertak
Spinner lists their five favorite acts from by:Larm: http://www.spinner.com/2010/02/21/best-of-by-larm-festival/
The names: The Megaphonic Thrift, Altaar, Negash Ali. Kira Kira and Joensuu 1685.
Nö Music talks to by:Larm 2010 standouts Altaar: http://www.nomusicmedia.com/2010/02/21/altaar-worth-their-weight-in-gold-coffins/