About
FRÄNDER play modern acoustic folk music forged in the deep forests of the North. With seductive harmonies, heavy grooves and mesmerizing energy the band create a unique musical landscape filled with mystery and charm.
Natasja Dluzewska vocals & fiddle I Säde Tatar flute & vocals I Gabbi Dluzewski swedish mandola & vocals I Daniel Dluzewski double bass & vocals
Siblings Natasja, Gabbi & Daniel Dluzewski were raised on a diet of classic rock in a musical family outside Uppsala, in Sweden. Meanwhile, in Estonia, their sister in-law Säde Tatar, having discovered her native bagpipe tradition at an early age, was beginning her journey into the world of folk music.
“We started FRÄNDER in 2015 with one purpose in mind: to combine our modern influences with the sounds of tradition. We are energised by, and find creative freedom within, the expressive modern sound of nordic folk music and the traditional music of our ancestors. We have never been interested in merely reproducing the past, but strive to find new ways back into the future.
“They are astonishing from the very first note” Piteå-Tidningen
In 2017 we released our first album, FRÄNDER I, which received critical praise. After the release we toured extensively throughout Europe, North America and Japan. During the time on the road the defining sound of FRÄNDER developed and evolved. So by 2019 we felt it was time for us to make another album.
With an ambition to create a bridge between the past and present we asked Björn Tollin from the legendary band Hedningarna to play with us and it was a great honor when he agreed. We are pleased to announce that Björn is playing on our second album. When touring we are lucky to also work with Andreas Berglund, another great percussionist.”
Together we are FRÄNDER.