{"id":1675,"date":"2018-08-28T19:00:00","date_gmt":"2018-08-28T19:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/marmoset-journal.flywheelsites.com\/2018-8-another-listen-hajk-by-hajk\/"},"modified":"2021-01-26T07:52:24","modified_gmt":"2021-01-26T15:52:24","slug":"another-listen-hajk-by-hajk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.marmosetmusic.com\/journal\/another-listen-hajk-by-hajk\/","title":{"rendered":"Another Listen: HAJK by HAJK"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"\n          image-block-outer-wrapper\n          layout-caption-below\n          design-layout-inline\n          combination-animation-none\n          individual-animation-none\n          individual-text-animation-none\n        \" data-test=\"image-block-inline-outer-wrapper\"><\/p>\n<figure class=\"\n              sqs-block-image-figure\n              intrinsic\n            \" style=\"max-width: 1000.0px;\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"\n                image-block-wrapper\n                has-aspect-ratio\n              \" style=\"padding-bottom: 70.30000305175781%;\" data-animation-role=\"image\"><br \/>\n<noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/marmoset-journal.flywheelsites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/HAJKMarmosetMusicBandPorltandMusicLicensing.jpg\" alt=\"HAJK Marmoset Music Band Porltand Music Licensing.jpeg\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"thumb-image\" src=\"https:\/\/marmoset-journal.flywheelsites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/HAJKMarmosetMusicBandPorltandMusicLicensing.jpg\" alt=\"HAJK Marmoset Music Band Porltand Music Licensing.jpeg\" data-image=\"https:\/\/marmoset-journal.flywheelsites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/HAJKMarmosetMusicBandPorltandMusicLicensing.jpg\" data-image-dimensions=\"1000x703\" data-image-focal-point=\"0.5,0.5\" data-load=\"false\" data-image-id=\"5b633790aa4a99ff2188a409\" data-type=\"image\" \/><\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>The <em>Another Listen<\/em>\u00a0series features music that while wasn&#8217;t released this year, due to its unforgettable qualities,\u00a0is music we believe should be revisited.\u00a0And what better time than now? In this edition, we&#8217;ll be looking back at 2017 released album, <em>HAJK<\/em> by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marmosetmusic.com\/artists\/hajk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">HAJK<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The self-titled record is like a nesting doll \u2014\u00a0on the surface, it\u2019s happy and smiling, but the deeper you dig the more layers you\u2019ll find. A strong, attention-grabbing debut from the five-piece Oslo-based band <em>HAJK<\/em>\u00a0immediately wraps you up in warm, intertwining male\/female vocals, bright guitar riffs and positive piano melodies \u2014\u00a0but the indie pop packs a surprising, underlying punch, touching on themes of heartbreak, nostalgia, and the reluctance of letting go of broken relationships.<\/p>\n<p>The newcomers, helmed by Sigrid Aase and Preben Andersen have cited influences ranging from Dirty Projectors, Unknown Mortal Orchestra and Father John Misty since they caught abuzz after landing their first show at Norway\u2019s biggest music festival \u00d8yafestivalen in 2016. They\u2019ve charmed audiences across the globe with their intimate vocals and dynamic textures ever since,\u00a0landing attention from Vice\u2019s \u201cNoisey\u201d and actress Chloe Grace Moretz and others.<\/p>\n<div class=\"\n          image-block-outer-wrapper\n          layout-caption-below\n          design-layout-inline\n          combination-animation-none\n          individual-animation-none\n          individual-text-animation-none\n        \" data-test=\"image-block-inline-outer-wrapper\"><\/p>\n<figure class=\"\n              sqs-block-image-figure\n              intrinsic\n            \" style=\"max-width: 1500.0px;\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"\n                image-block-wrapper\n                has-aspect-ratio\n              \" style=\"padding-bottom: 100.0%;\" data-animation-role=\"image\"><br \/>\n<noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/marmoset-journal.flywheelsites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/HAJKbyHAJKMarmosetmusic.jpg\" alt=\"HAJK by HAJK Marmoset music.jpg\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"thumb-image\" src=\"https:\/\/marmoset-journal.flywheelsites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/HAJKbyHAJKMarmosetmusic.jpg\" alt=\"HAJK by HAJK Marmoset music.jpg\" data-image=\"https:\/\/marmoset-journal.flywheelsites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/HAJKbyHAJKMarmosetmusic.jpg\" data-image-dimensions=\"1500x1500\" data-image-focal-point=\"0.5,0.5\" data-load=\"false\" data-image-id=\"5b6336c8aa4a99ff2188791b\" data-type=\"image\" \/><\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marmosetmusic.com\/browse\/32623-magazine\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>If you only listen to one song, make it this one&#8230;<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marmosetmusic.com\/browse\/32623-magazine\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">&#8220;Magazine&#8221;<\/a> by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marmosetmusic.com\/artists\/hajk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">HAJK<\/a><\/p>\n<p>From the first hazy opening notes of \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.marmosetmusic.com\/browse\/32623-magazine\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Magazine<\/a>,\u201d the song wraps listeners in the musical equivalent of a bear hug, complete with a steady, shuffling beat, reflective and relaxed female vocals and gentle waves of electric guitar.<\/p>\n<p>The lyrics hold the band\u2019s signature melancholy underside, exploring feelings of frustration and distrust in a relationship, saying \u201cI\u2019m stuck in a bad dream, but I don\u2019t know what I\u2019m supposed to believe.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Yet, the group doesn\u2019t leave you to linger in darkness for long, instead allowing the bouncy instrumentation and intimate vocals of the song let the sun shine through, leaving listeners in calm reflection.<\/p>\n<p>While the group is fully capable of laying the sunny, cozy vibes on thick, the lyrical narrative throughout the album is not always a walk in the park. Kicking off with the breezy riffs and the shuffling beat of album single \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.marmosetmusic.com\/browse\/32623-magazine\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Magazine<\/a>,&#8221;\u00a0listeners are transported into the inner monologue of someone struggling with their frustrating relationship. While Aase croons, \u201cYou\u2019re the one I want \/ But you\u2019re not what I need,&#8221; the sentiment carries over to other songs like \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.marmosetmusic.com\/browse\/33417-common-sense\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Common Sense<\/a>\u201d and \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.marmosetmusic.com\/browse\/33468-nothing-left-to-say\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Nothing Left to Say<\/a>.\u201d Wrapped up in wobbly synth lines, funky bass and driving rhythms that are as bouncy and positive as the meaning behind it are vulnerable and pained.<\/p>\n<p>Though it would seem easy with all the uncertainty and disconnect to feel down and frustrated, the band deftly steers away from letting listeners sink into despair, instead steeping their instrumentation deeper in infectiously bright indie dream pop. As <em>Line of Best Fit<\/em>\u00a0noted: \u201cAndersen has compared \u201cMagazine\u201d to \u2018a simple painting that becomes something else when you are standing really close to it \u2014\u00a0and this is true for the rest of the record.<\/p>\n<p>None of the tracks require much input to enjoy, but when honed in on, a mesh of pleasing textures and dynamics arise.\u201d Whether you\u2019re hoping to connect your own feelings to the relationships described in the album, or looking for some beachy indie pop to bob your head to, Hajk has you covered.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>When listening to HAJK, lyrics, sounds, rhythms could all be ebbing and flowing to the font focus of one&#8217;s mind. This arrival in such awareness means tapping into one&#8217;s sense of hearing. So why not include the other four senses for a full sensory experience? In our mission to celebrate <em>great<\/em> music, we&#8217;ve curated a menu that tunes into every functional characteristic of human beings.<\/p>\n<p>So grab a friend, make it a night of music and savor the experience through and through.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Krogstad <\/strong><strong>Aquavit<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Nodding to Hajk\u2019s home country of Norway, this locally made by House SpiritsDistillery in Portland features strong avors of caraway and star anise, beautifully balanced and steeped in a rich tradition. Considered the national drink of Norway, \u201caquavit\u201d comes from the Latin term <em>aqua vitae <\/em>meaning \u201cwater of life,\u201d and in the 1500s was believed to be a cure for almost anything. While we can\u2019t recommend this spirit as a replacement to water we do suggest pouring yourself a glass of the obscure liquor on the rocks, settling into a cozy spot and allowing Hajk to lull you into gentle reaction. <a href=\"https:\/\/housespirits.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">www.housespirits.com<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Vetiver\/Lemongrass Lotion<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Whether struggling coming to terms with the end of a relationship \u2014\u00a0as exemplified in the heartbroken lyrics of \u201cMedicine\u201d \u2014\u00a0or just in need of some skin hydration, this lotion by Barnwell Co. will help soothe your woes. Crafted in Portland in small batches, the lotion features a blend of essentials oils selected to spark imagination and encourage tranquility. This vetiver and lemongrass concoction also includes hydrating aloe vera, rejuvenating camellia oil and green tea extract to give your skin a boost of vitamins and antioxidants. Lather some on, turn the music up, and let the healing effects work their magic. www.madeherepdx.com <\/p>\n<p><strong>Bee Pollen<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Gathered from beehives after being collected and packed by worker bees for their queen, the full wealth of health benefits from bee pollen is still largely unknown, but may include helping with allergies, asthma and weight loss \u2014\u00a0plus it\u2019s rich in vitamins and nutrients that promote overall well-being. This little vial of sunshine from Bee Local is full of pollen found the northern Willamette Valley, providing a literal taste of the Northwest. Sprinkle these little nuggets of springtime on your next smoothie, turn up the volume to \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.marmosetmusic.com\/browse\/33419-flowerdust\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Flowerdust<\/a>,\u201d kick your feet up and revel in its satisfying glow.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.beelocal.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">www.beelocal.com <\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Ingebretsen&#8217;s Lefse<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s universally known there are few combinations better than potatoes, butter and cream,\u00a0but Hajk\u2019s album might come close. Constructed of simple guitar melodies and straightforward beats with groovy bass lines, energetic claps and fuzzy synth are sprinkled throughout the album all while maintaining minimal instrumentation with imaginative layers. Similarly lefses \u2014\u00a0the humble Norwegian bread \u2014might be simple in few ingredients, but the traditional dish is easy to build on with sugar, butter, eggs and more. Use this mix to create a simple lefse dish for a celebration meal or to accompany a thoughtful Sunday morning breakfast.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ingebretsens.com\/shop\/food\/lefse-bread-crackers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">www.ingebretsens.com<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Polaroid Instant Digital Camera<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Reminiscent of the classic instant cameras popularized in the \u201880s and \u201890s, Polaroid&#8217;s newest offering is a dual lm and digital camera with a built in, on-the-spot printer. Plus, it\u2019s small enough to fit in a pocket so you can bring it anywhere. Snap a couple of pictures of you and your best friends the next time you\u2019re at show or maybe just a selfie. A blend of nostalgia and reality \u2014\u00a0not unlike most of lyrics found in Hajk \u2014\u00a0this camera will help preserve life\u2019s moments even after the sentiment has long faded. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.polaroid.com\/products\/polaroid-snap-camera\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">www.polaroid.com<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Stay tuned for more on this series! 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