CD Rune Grammofon / Cargo Release date: 17/Apr/2026
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#371 in Progressive Rock #13337 in Rock
Style:
Progressive Rock
Product No.:
2101835899
Description:
"Bitches Blues" on CD is a fiercely imaginative excursion into heavy jazz, psychedelic rock and free-form improvisation by Norwegian guitarist Hedvig Mollestad and her band Weejuns. Across extended tracks full of twisting riffs, eruptive solos and atmospheric passages, the album balances raw, almost doom-like power with a sophisticated jazz sensibility. Listeners are taken from dense, riff-driven grooves into open, exploratory sections where guitar, bass and drums converse in real time, creating a sense of live energy and risk. The production preserves the rough edges and dynamic contrasts, letting quiet, brooding moments explode into cathartic climaxes. "Bitches Blues" is aimed at adventurous ears: fans of progressive rock, fusion and boundary-pushing jazz will find a record that feels both rooted in tradition and defiantly modern.
Hedvig Mollestad is known as one of the most distinctive voices on the contemporary Norwegian scene, building a reputation for her intense guitar work and genre-crossing compositions. With her trio projects and the Weejuns constellation, she has cultivated a loyal following for records that regularly appear in critics' end-of-year lists in the jazz, rock and experimental categories. Her music is celebrated for its balance of technical command, long-form composition and visceral impact on stage as well as on record.
The CD edition offers a rich, full-bodied sound that suits the album's wide dynamic range, from subtle textures to thunderous peaks, and comes in a carefully designed package that reflects the dark, playful and slightly subversive character of the music. It is an ideal format for listeners who want to experience the record as a cohesive journey from the first note to the last.
Rune Grammofon, distributed by Cargo, is a renowned Norwegian label dedicated to adventurous, high-quality releases at the intersection of jazz, experimental music, electronic sound and left-field rock. Over the years, the label has become a home for artists who push boundaries while maintaining a strong sense of identity, with a catalogue praised for its artistic coherence and distinctive visual design. Known for meticulous production values, striking cover art and a commitment to physical formats such as CD and vinyl, Rune Grammofon / Cargo caters to collectors and curious listeners who seek music beyond the mainstream.