Norwegian band AGABAS is back with a new single, “En vakker himmel,” from their upcoming album Hard Anger, which comes out on June 13, 2025. The band combines extreme metal and free-form jazz, creating music that is loud, fast, and full of wild energy. With heavy guitar parts, screaming saxophones, and lyrics in their native Norwegian, AGABAS brings something fresh and intense to both genres.

Hard Anger was recorded in a quiet fjord cabin in Hardanger, Norway. While the setting may sound peaceful, the music is the opposite—raw, chaotic, and full of power. AGABAS added local field recordings like waterfall sounds and old church bells into the songs, layering them with distortion to fit their style.

The band shared parts of their recording process through short Instagram videos, which reached over 1.6 million views and brought in more than 35,000 new followers. Their mix of humor and serious musicianship has helped them connect with both metal and jazz fans. Every band member brings real skill to the table, and their respect for both styles is clear in the way they play.

The single “En vakker himmel” is one of the more jazz-forward songs on the album, but it still includes aggressive breakdowns and a lot of energy. According to the band, the song is about the strange feeling of watching the world get worse without reacting—an intense topic matched by the music’s heavy sound.

The full album includes guest spots from the band Shining on the track “Jævla menneske” and Michael Wilbur from New York’s Too Many Zooz on “Vis meg alt.” With sounds that range from hardcore and black metal to punk and progressive jazz, Hard Anger is packed with bold ideas.

AGABAS continues to push what’s possible in music. Their fearless approach to mixing jazz and metal is exciting and thoughtful. For listeners who enjoy noise, speed, and complexity, AGABAS is making something truly original.