Emil Kárlsen from Storfjord in Troms is one of several young, strong Sami voices during this year's festival. For this year's festival, he is coming with a band.
"Nagirvárrái" means "to the sleep mountain" and refers to the expression "to go to the sleep mountain" instead of simply saying "to go to bed to sleep". Sleeping in Sápmi has throughout history been about much more than just recuperation; it put you in a state that made it possible to make contact with other forces and dimensions. This dream world is what has become the basis for the music and lyrics.
Now, as he takes the stage with a full band, the audience can look forward to Sami pop with melodic vocals and poetic lyrics, all driven by Emil Kárlsen's fantastic and engaging ability to convey. Many are eagerly anticipating this Nordic Hall concert!