Röyksopp

The Profile

Röyksopp are a Norwegian electronic music duo formed by Svein Berge and Torbjørn Brundtland, active since the late 1990s. They are known for melodic electronic productions spanning downtempo, synthpop and electropop, and for tracks such as “Eple” and “Only This Moment.”

From the reviews: the duo are Svein Berge and Torbjørn Brundtland; associated with Tromsø; debut album “Melody A.M.” is dated 2001 in one review; “The Understanding” is dated 2005; “Junior” is dated 2009; “Senior” is dated 2010. Collaborators mentioned include Erlend Øye (on “Melody A.M.” singles), Kate Havnevik (“Only This Moment”, “Circuit Breaker”), Robyn (“The Girl And The Robot” on “Junior”), and Karin Dreijer Andersson as performer of “What Else Is There?”.

Across these reviews, Röyksopp are framed as a Norwegian electronic duo balancing dreamy downtempo, synthpop revivalism, and pop accessibility. “Melody A.M.” and “The Understanding” are praised for atmosphere, melody, and refined production, while “Senior” is criticized as repetitive and less inspired. Several reviews highlight standout tracks like “Only This Moment,” “Eple,” and “What Else Is There?” and note memorable collaborations and live energy.