Skatebård used to be raving on his own with his walkman in Norwegian forests during the 90s before he became a producer of retro-futuristic disco, house, and techno.

Hailing from the town of Ørsta on the west coast of Norway, Bård moved to Bergen in 2000, where he quickly became part of the city’s growing club scene.

After handing over a homemade demo to Tellé Records label boss Mikal Telle, Bård was signed to the offshoot label Tellektro in 2001.

His first release under the name Skatebård — a concise vinyl-only album titled Skateboarding Was a Crime (In 1989) — was released in 2002, and slowly but surely his reputation began spreading beyond Norway’s borders.

Throughout an impressive career spanning five albums and more than twenty 12-inches, he has steadily carved out his own corner of dance music with a unique flair. Traversing a range of seemingly disparate genres and emotions comes incredibly naturally to the Norwegian artist, whose music oscillates between Italo disco and raw Detroit-infused house and techno.

With an enviably eclectic collection — and the mastery to navigate it seamlessly — Skatebård’s DJ sets offer exploratory excursions through the unknown and unexpected. From festival main stages to intimate club nights, Boiler Rooms, and radio shows, he has captivated audiences across the globe, performing at many of electronic music’s most revered institutions.

The dynamic scope of Skatebård’s artistry also extends to his studio work. Spanning over two decades, his impressive discography is dispersed across labels including his own Digitalo Enterprises, Sex Tags Mania, and Bordello A Parigi.

With a knack for balancing kitsch with elegance, Skatebård creates music that exudes an air of nonchalant fun.

Support: Tindra Brante & Pentti Igor

Entré: 200 kr i dörren
Ålder: 21+
Set times: 01.00 — 03.00 i Blåa Rummet
Öppettider: 20:00 — 04:00