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Kings of Convenience Postpone Tour

Kings of Convenience Postpone Tour

Fans will have to hold on just a bit longer to see Norwegian indie pop duo Kings of Convenience embark on their North American tour. Their first tour in five years was slated to kick off last Friday (Feb. 12), but has been pushed back to June....  read more

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Kings of Convenience: Declaration of Dependence

Kings of Convenience: <em>Declaration of Dependence</em>

Norway duo adds depth, dramatic arc to delicate pop pace Kings of Convenience have always had a tight grip on their delicate acoustic sound. However, Declaration of Dependence offers a sense of cohesion their previous albums don’t, a complete story through melody. The slow awakening of “24-25” warms up the listener before the fluttering “Me in You,” which segues gracefully into the lively sway of “Boat Behind.” “Rule My World” begins the descent toward conclusion, though the melancholic pulse of “Renegade” and offbeat vocals of “Second to Numb” still pique and captivate....  read more

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Kings Of Convenience Declare Dependence With New Album

Kings Of Convenience Declare <i>Dependence</i> With New Album

It's been a while since we've heard the hushed voices of Kings of Convenience, Norway's mellow indie-folk royalty. After four years on semi-hiatus, the Kings have announced that their third studio album is on the way. ...  read more

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Kings of Convenience - Riot on an Empty Street

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Erik Glambek Bøe and Erlend Oye will mellow you out. The duo, principal players in Norway’s pop renaissance, may not possess the high-ceiling potential of young countryman and labelmate Sondre Lerche...  read more

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