Lokoy - Badminton

Lasse Lokøy, known as the driving bassist for the Norwegian powerhouse Sløtface, steps out of the "break-down-the-door" garage rock scene and into a "delicate and glittery" solo spotlight as Lokoy. As highlighted by Dork Magazine, this project marks a radical sonic shift, trading fuzzed-out guitars for a "vibrant and brilliant" brand of experimental pop. Serving as bassist, singer, songwriter, and producer, Lokoy crafts a world that is as "playful as it is sophisticated," blending "pulsating electronic textures" with an "unflinchingly honest" indie sensibility.

His debut full-length, Badminton, is a "cinematic and colorful" exploration of modern pop, featuring a diverse cast of collaborators that help define his "otherworldly and fresh" aesthetic. Whether he is diving into "glitchy, hyper-pop energy" or "soul-baring, melodic ballads," Lokoy proves he is a "singular artist" capable of redefining his sound far beyond the confines of the punk-rock underground.