Magnet

The Profile

Magnet is the stage name of Norwegian singer-songwriter Even Johansen. Known for warm, intimate songs that blend acoustic instrumentation with subtle electronic touches, he released albums such as On Your Side (2003), The Tourniquet (2005), and The Simple Life (2007).

Associated with the Bergen scene; praised for acoustic textures and minimalist electronics; released Dreamfall: The Longest Journey Soundtrack EP.

A warm, appreciative look at Magnet (Even Johansen), highlighting intimate, acoustic-centered songs colored by minimalist electronics. The review likens his sound to “Radiohead without the paranoia,” praises the comforting atmospheres, and situates him within Norway’s fertile songwriter scene.