Kaizers Orchestra is a Norwegian rock group formed in Stavanger in 2000 by Janove Ottesen and Geir Zahl. They are known for blending rock with folk and Balkan influences, theatrical arrangements and Norwegian lyrics.

Formed in Stavanger in 2000. Founders include Janove Ottesen and Geir Zahl. The band mixes rock and folk elements, often with Balkan-flavored instrumentation and Norwegian-language storytelling.

Two DeBaser reviews praise Kaizers Orchestra's blend of rock and Balkan/folk elements and their theatrical, lyrically driven songs. Reviewers highlight Maestro and the debut Ompa til du dør as standout works. Norwegian lyrics and unusual instrumentation are noted as signature traits.

For:Fans of eclectic rock, folk/Balkan-influenced music, listeners who enjoy theatrical, lyrically-driven bands and Tom Waits-style atmospheres.

 Maestro, the title track, is a small masterpiece that ranges from moments of Balkan musical madness to electric guitar riffs in a sort of engaging and overwhelming crescendo, but it is the entire album that is a kind of micro masterpiece.

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 They are Norwegian. They sing in Norwegian. No, they are not black metal.

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