Kaspar Bonnén is a multi-disciplinary artist working with painting, ceramics, installation and poetry.  His work often explores themes of memory, identity and sense of place - with depictions of his childhood environment acting as a recurring motif.  Kaspar is also a critically-acclaimed author of such novels as ‘Ind Til Min Mor’ and ‘Bag Om Min Far’.  He is a recipient of the prestigious Eckersberg Medal and his work is part of the permanent collections of Statens Museum of Kunst and ARoS Aarhus Kunstmuseum.  

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Ida Ekblad is an artist whose practice incorporates painting, sculpture, performance filmmaking as well as poetry.  Her expressive paintings are noted for their bold application of colour and unique compositions, nodding to historical movements such as CoBrA and Abstract Expressionism whilst teetering on the edge of what one might define as ‘good taste’.  Heralded by many as the preeminent voice of the Norwegian contemporary art scene, Ida’s work has been acquired by a number of world’s most prestigious institutions and she has twice participated in the Venice Biennale. 

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Karin ‘Mamma’ Andersson or simply Mamma Andersson as she’s more commonly known, is one of Sweden's most internationally-recognised visual artists.  With a career spanning over thirty years, Mamma is renowned for her technical prowess and nuanced exploration of such themes as memory, femininity and folklore - often depicted in melancholic landscapes and domestic interiors. She represented the Nordic Pavilion for the 50th Venice Biennale and her paintings are included in the permanent collections of such prestigious institutions as MoMA, New York and Centre Pompidou, Paris.

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Kjetil Trædal Thorsen is an architect and co-founder of the world-renowned firm Snøhetta.  Responsible for such high-profile projects as the Oslo Opera House, Alexandra Library, September 11 Memorial Museum Pavillion and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, Kjetil and his team have built a strong reputation for pushing new boundaries in architecture and helping to constantly question and redefine its role in society today.

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www.snohetta.com

Jesper Reginal Petersen or Yebo as he’s most commonly known, is a musician, entrepreneur and co-founder of Crunchy Frog Records.  Having been at the forefront of the Danish indie music scene for more than three decades, Yebo has played a pivotal role in the career of many of the country’s most successful exports, including the likes of The Raveonettes and Junior Senior as well as cult rockers Powersolo, Snake and Jet’s Amazing Bullit Band and The Tremolo Beer Gut - of which he is a founding member.

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Sara-Vide Ericson is a visual artist, whose work is often characterised by large figurative oil paintings inspired by her immediate environment and the vast landscape of her native region of northern Sweden.  Noted for her innovative use of material combined with a highly technical approach, Sara-Vide’s work often blurs the line between realism and expression.  Having exhibited extensively across the globe, her work has since been acquired by such prestigious institutions as The Museum of Modern Art Stockholm and Pizzuti Collection in the United States.

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Casper Christensen is an actor, comedian, filmmaker and writer as well as the creative mind behind such Danish comedy mega hits as Tæskeholdet, Langt Fra Las Vegas, Mandrillen and Klovn.  The latter of which ran for 9 seasons and spawned three box-office topping feature films.  Casper has also found success in Hollywood, writing a number of screenplays with fellow comedian, Sacha Baron Cohen as well as recently making his US feature film directorial debut. 

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Mads Nørgaard is an award-winning fashion designer and author who has spent the last 40 years establishing an international name within the world of clothing.  Building on the legacy of two generations, Mads continues to push new boundaries, whilst still honouring the classic look synonymous with the Nørgaard name - including the iconic #101 t-shirt, which continues to be worn by millions worldwide.     

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Anders Trentemøller is a composer, producer and musician who rose to international fame with his 2006 debut album ‘The Last Resort’.  Since then, Anders has continued to push sonic boundaries with his genre-defying blend of indie, synthwave, shoegaze, electronica that has resulted in a string of successful records and notable collaborations with the likes of Depeche Mode, The Knife, Franz Ferdinand and Pet Shop Boys.  Known for his full band live performances, Trentemøller has toured all corners of the globe and wowed festival fans at Glastonbury, Coachella and Denmark's own Roskilde Festival - five times no less.

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Emily Gernild is a visual artist, best known for her paintings that combine abstract dreamlike elements with classical still life subjects and composition.  Noted for her bold colour palette and autobiographical subject matter, Emily’s work has been exhibited in widely in Europe and acquired by several prestigious institutions in Scandinavia, including Trapholt Museum of Modern Art and Canica Art Collection, Norway.

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Mikkel Bjergsø is the founder of world-renowned craft brewery Mikkeller.  Since its inception in 2006, Mikkeller has experienced a rapid growth both in terms of scale and reputation, where today its products are available in over 50 countries and boasts 40 bars and restaurants globally - spanning from Tokyo to Torshavn.  Beyond masterminding new recipes, Mikkel continues to launch new initiatives under the Mikkeller brand including running and cycling clubs, as well as music and beer festivals - not to mention his countless collaborations with artists.  

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Charlotte Bruus Christensen is an award-winning cinematographer and director who made a name for herself internationally for her work on Thomas Vinterberg’s 2012 film Jagten (The Hunt) for which she received the coveted Vulcan Award at the Cannes Film Festival.  In recent years, Charlotte has turned her attention to Hollywood, having helmed such high profile features as A Quiet Place (2018), Molly’s Game (2017), The Girl on the Train (2016), The Banker (2020) as well as Denzel Washington’s critically acclaimed directorial debut, Fences (2016).   

Jussi Adler-Olsen is a Danish author who rose to international prominence in 2007 with his thriller ‘Kvinden i buret’ or The Keeper of Lost Causes’ - the first instalment in the successful Department Q series, which has sold more than 30 million copies and been translated into over 40 languages.  As a New York Times bestselling author, Jussi has amassed a number of major literary awards and established himself as the pre-eminent voice in the world of Nordic thriller fiction.

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Anders Morgenthaler is a film director, author, illustrator and climate activist.  Perhaps best known to many for his long-term collaboration with Mikael Wulff, Wulffmorgenthaler (WuMo) has yielded a number of critically acclaimed and commercially successful tv series, feature films as well as a comic strip that has featured daily in over 150 newspapers in the United States alone.  More recently, Anders has turned his attention to addressing the climate crisis through the creation of a number of sustainability projects.  

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www.morgenthaler.dk

Anna Bjerger is a Swedish visual artist working primarily with figurative painting.  Her work draws its inspiration largely from found images, namely photographs featured in out-of-print books, vintage magazines and travel brochures. Since training at the Royal College of Art London, Anna spent the last two decades building a strong international profile and her work has been subsequently acquired by the permanent collections of the Louisiana Museum of Modern Art, Moderna Museet Stockholm and Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam, amongst many others.  

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Adam Jeppesen is an art photographer and visual artist who first rose to international prominence with his groundbreaking 2008 series Wake, which resulted in a book of the same title being published by Steidl and subsequently nominated for a string of prestigious awards. Noted for his bold experimentation with form and materiality and exploring universal themes relating to the scientific, religious and philosophical, Adam’s work has been exhibited worldwide and is present in the permanent collections of the Denver Art Museum (USA), the Danish Arts Foundation and the National Public Art Council of Sweden.

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www.adamjeppesen.com

Lærke Bagger is an internationally renowned knitwear designer and best-selling author.  Known for challenging the traditional approach with her bold use of yarn offcuts, beads and array of colours, Lærke’s pieces are some of the most sought after within the world of women’s fashion.  At the same time, she continues to introduce new patterns to her rapidly growing army of followers as a way of encouraging individuals of all levels of experience and proficiency to pursue knitting.   

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www.laerkebagger.com

Mikael Bertelsen is a TV and Radio personality, former commissioning editor and media entrepreneur who has played a significant role in shaping the Danish media and entertainment landscape over the past two decades.  As the man behind a string of successful DR comedy series such as Drengene Fra Angora, Dolph and Wulff and Jul på Vesterbro, Mikael was also host of the iconic Den 11. Time (The 11th Hour)  late night program and more recently the in depth interview series Det Sidste Ord  (The Last Word).  

Mikael Bertelsen is a TV and Radio personality, former commissioning editor and media entrepreneur who has played a significant role in shaping the Danish media and entertainment landscape over the past two decades.  As the man behind a string of successful DR comedy series such as Drengene Fra Angora, Dolph and Wulff and Jul på Vesterbro, Mikael was also host of the iconic Den 11. Time (The 11th Hour)  late night program and more recently the in depth interview series Det Sidste Ord  (The Last Word).  

SØS Gunver Ryberg is a multi award-winning composer, producer, sound artist and live performer.  Known for her intense and genre-defying electronic recorded works and concerts SØS is involved in compositional and soundtrack work for video games, films and international theatre & philharmonics as well as dance productions and installations.  She is the recipient of the prestigious Carl Nielsen Honorary Award and a BAFTA nominee.

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www.sosgunverryberg.com 

Lone Frank is an award-winning author, scientist and journalist, who has over the past 30 years, established herself as a leading voice within the field of neurobiology, scientific technology and ethics.  Her very personal relationship to scientific research was laid bare in Pernille Rose Grønkjær’s 2014 documentary ‘Genetic Me’ and Lone continues to explore this rich subject matter through her regular appearances on  television and radio programs as well her feature articles in Weekendavisen.

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www.lonefrank.dk

José González is a Swedish singer-songwriter who rose to international prominence in 2003 with his debut album Veneer.  Known traditionally for his stripped down blend of classical and folk guitar with poetic lyrics and distinctive melodies - he’s also no stranger to collaboration, be it with his band Junip, orchestral arrangements or soundtrack collaborations such as Ben Stiller’s The Secret Life of Walter Mitty.  José is also currently gracing the screens of cinemas worldwide as the subject of Mikel Cee Karlsson’s latest documentary ‘A Tiger In Paradise’.

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www.jose-gonzalez.com

John Kørner is an internationally renowned visual artist, primarily working with painting, installation, ceramics and glass.  Noted for his distinct use of colour and unique depiction of characters, his work often deals with contemporary issues that invite the viewer to reflect on political, social and existential questions.  In 2000, just two years after graduating from the Royal Danish Art academy, John received the prestigious Carnegie Art Award and his work has subsequently been acquired by ARoS Museum of Modern Art,  Moderna Museet, Stockholm and the Tate, London; among others. 

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www.johnkorner.com 

Jussi Adler-Olsen is a Danish author who rose to international prominence in 2007 with his thriller ‘Kvinden i buret’ or The Keeper of Lost Causes’ - the first instalment in the successful Department Q series, which has sold more than 30 million copies and been translated into over 40 languages.  As a New York Times bestselling author, Jussi has amassed a number of major literary awards and established himself as the pre-eminent voice in the world of Nordic thriller fiction.

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Jeannette Ehlers is a Copenhagen-based artist of Danish and Trinidadian descent who works primarily with photography, video, installation, sculpture, and performance. Her practice often makes use of self-representation and image manipulation to explore themes relating to identity, ethnicity and history - namely Denmark’s colonial impact in the Caribbean and participation in the Transatlantic Slave Trade.   Her work has been exhibited extensively both in Denmark and abroad, including most recently, shows at MCA in Chicago and Le Centre Pompidou in Paris.  

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www.jeannetteehlers.com

Christian Lemmerz is a sculptor, visual and performance artist who rose to prominence in the mid 1980s as a pivotal member of the Danish artist collective, Værst. He has since garnered widespread recognition internationally for his large-scale marble sculptures and installation work - often depicting religious iconography and exploring themes of death, existence and identity.  He is the recipient of the coveted Thorvaldsen Medallion and a lifetime honorarium from the Danish National Art Council. 

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www.christianlemmerz.com

Teitur is a musician and songwriter hailing from the Farøe Islands, whose 2003 debut album 'Poetry and Airplanes' paved the way for international success and a host of new fans including the likes of John Mayer, Aimee Mann and Rufus Wainwright.  Since then, he has continued to build a strong reputation for his innovative musicianship as well his bold collaborations with fellow musicians, designers and artists.   Last year he was knighted by the Queen of Denmark for his outstanding contribution to the performing arts. 

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www.teitur.com 

Fryd Frydendahl is an art photographer, who over the past two decades has built an impressive body of work, including a series of deeply personal projects that have resulted in the publishing of critically acclaimed books and exhibitions within Denmark and abroad. Fryd has also made a global name for herself as the creative force behind the visual image of Danish musician Mø and her artwork is included in the collection of the National Museum of Photography.

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www.frydfydendahl.com  

Adam Price is a screenplay writer, playwright, restaurateur and television chef who burst onto the international scene in 2010 with the Danish political drama Borgen - a DR series that won him a BAFTA award and was subsequently sold to over 90 countries.  Adam is also a major figure in the Scandinavian culinary world - having together with older brother James, helmed 14 successful seasons of the television program Spise med Price.  

Cathrine Raben Davidsen is a visual artist who has, over the past 30 years made a name for herself in Denmark and abroad with her paintings, drawings and ceramic works that explore ancient history as well as modern cultural and philosophical thinking.  Cathrine’s work is represented in numerous prominent museum collections and institutions and amongst the many awards she has received, she was in 2015 appointed Knight of the Order of the Dannebrog by Her Majesty The Queen of Denmark.

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www.cathrinerabendavidsen.com 

Le Gammeltoft is a DJ, radio host and entrepreneur who has spent the past two decades exposing Danish audiences to bold new sounds through her dynamic live sets and high-profile radio programs.  In recent years, Le has emerged as one of the leading figures in the national media landscape, having established the digital media company Heartbeats.  

Margrethe Odgaard is a colour and textile designer and artist, who has over the past two decades established herself as Scandinavia’s leading expert in colour.  In 2013, she founded her own studio and has since collaborated with visual artists, musicians, chefs, fashion designers and brands such as Muuto, HAY and Georg Jensen.  In 2016, Margrethe received the prestigious Torsten och Wanja Söderbergs Prize and in 2019 was named Denmark’s Designer of the Year. 

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www.margretheodgaard.com

Peter Ravn is a visual artist, designer and music video director, perhaps best known for his figurative paintings that depict male characters placed in awkward positions or difficult situations - serving as a motif for the plight of the modern man.  Peter’s work has been exhibited extensively within Denmark and internationally, including major shows in Rome, Munich and Hanoi as well as in 2011 featuring in the prestigious Biennale in Brescia, Italy. 

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www.peterravn.com

Jenny Wilson is an internationally renowned songwriter & musician known for her bold conceptual albums and uncompromising artistic vision.  Her recent trilogy of albums - Exorcism, Trauma and Mästervarket have been lauded by critics and fans alike as she shares her deeply personal experiences in the most unflinching manner. 

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www.thejennywilson.com

Apolonia Sokol is a French-Polish visual artist who grew up in Denmark before returning to Paris to establish herself as one of the leading voices of her generation in art today.  As the subject of Lea Glob’s 2022 Academy Award shortlisted documentary ‘Apolonia, Apolonia’ she has since become globally recognised - both for her compelling personal story, as well as the way in which her art boldly explores themes of gender identity, activism and social power dynamics. 

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Carl Krull is a visual artist perhaps best known for his striking drawings and paintings often depicting figures within topographical environments.  His artwork has been exhibited extensively within Denmark and abroad - and more recently, he has been commissioned to complete a number of critically acclaimed, large-scale permanent public works such as sculptures and murals. 

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www.carlkrull.dk

Ditte Ejlerskov is a multi-disciplinary visual artist, whose work explores themes of feminist representation, media literacy and the role that technology plays in society today.  Her sculptures, paintings, digital art and film have been exhibited globally and numerous works have been acquired by prestigious institutions such as Arken Museum for Modern Art, Museum of Art in Sao Paulo and Malmö Art Museum.

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www.ditteejlerskov.com

Claus Meyer is a culinary entrepreneur, chef, author and television host.  Perhaps best known as the founding father of the New Nordic Cuisine philosophy, Claus has built a culinary empire under the brand of Meyers, which today employs over 800 people and consists of bakeries, delis, cookbooks, catering, cooking schools and much more.  He is also the founder of Copenhagen-based restaurant Noma, which currently boasts three Michelin stars and was recently named the World’s Best Restaurant for a fifth time.

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www.meyers.dk

www.melting-pot.herokuapp.com

Daniel Rye is a photojournalist and lecturer who in 2013 at the age of just 24 years old, was kidnapped in Syria by members of the terror organisation ISIS and held captive for 398 days.  Following his release in 2014, his ordeal was documented in the critically acclaimed book ‘Ser Du Månen, Daniel’ which was later adapted for a film by the same title. 

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www.danielrye.dk 

Christian Lollike is an award-winning, internationally renowned  playwright and theatre director who has built a strong reputation for boldly exploring social issues, trends and taboos through his work.  In his capacity as Artistic Director at Copenhagen-based theatre company Sort/Hvid - Christian has successfully combined text, sculpture, concerts, opera, ballet and action art as a means of performance.

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www.sort-hvid.dk  

Knud Romer is an author, radio host, lecturer and cultural commentator.  Following a successful career in advertising, Knud turned his attention to writing - releasing his debut novel in 2006 to rapturous praise from critics.  The autobiographical Den Som Blinker er Bange for Døden or as known by its English title ‘Nothing but Fear’ earned him the prestigious Gyldne Laubaer prize and has since been translated into 15 languages.  More recently, Knud released his long awaited follow up memoir Kort Over Paradis or 'Map of Paradise' which was deemed by Berlingske as ‘a modern classic’.

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www.knudromer.com

Nanna Øland Fabricius, better known by her stage name Oh Land, is a musician, songwriter and dancer who burst onto the international scene in 2011 with her critically acclaimed eponymous album.  Since then, she has continued to develop her own unique genre-defying sound... releasing music as a solo artist as well as writing and performing scores for theatre and screen much to the delight of critics and fans alike.   

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www.ohlandmusic.com

Claes Bang is an acclaimed actor of both stage and screen, who after building a strong career in Denmark, burst onto the global scene with his leading performance in 2017’s Cannes Palme d’Or winning film, The Square.  He has since been in high demand, landing the titular role of Dracula in the latest BBC series as well as starring in The Burnt Orange Heresy, The Last Vermeer and the much anticipated upcoming epic The Northman - joining a cast including the likes of Nicole Kidman, Willem Dafoe and Alexander Skarsgaard.   

Michael Kvium is an internationally renowned visual artist perhaps best known for his illustrations and paintings depicting grotesque characters and exploring uncomfortable yet universal themes.  For over four decades, Michael has worked with painting, drawing, sculpture and video - garnering praise from critics and peers alike and resulting in him receiving a number of prestigious awards, including the Eckersberg Medal and Order of the Dannebrog.  

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www.michaelkvium.com

Lilibeth Cuenca Rasmussen is a performance and visual artist perhaps best known for her meticulously staged theatre performances, music videos and raw documentaries.  Her Danish / Filipino heritage plays a large role in her art as her work explores issues of cultural identity, gender, religion and social constructs.  She was part of the Danish group show at the 2011 Venice Biennale with her critically acclaimed piece 'Afghan Hound' and has been awarded the prestigious Eckersberg Medal of Honour for her extraordinary contribution to the artistic landscape in Denmark.

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www.lilibethcuenca.com

Iben Hjejle is an actor of both screen and stage, who burst onto the international scene with her critically-acclaimed performance in Søren Kragh Jacobsen’s Dogme 95 classic Mifunes Sidste Sang as well as starring in Stephen Frear’s romantic comedy hit, High Fidelity.  In addition, Iben has become a household name in her native Denmark by virtue of her memorable roles in Langt Fra Las Vegas, Klovn, Dicte as well as stage productions of Faust, Hamlet and Jordens Indre.  

Danica Curcic is an acclaimed actor of both stage and screen who became a household name with her Bodil-award winning performance in Bille August’s 2014 film Silent Heart. She has since established herself as a leading name within Denmark and abroad - be it series such as The Bridge, Equinox and Stephen King’s The Mist, through to her theatrical portrayals of Lulu and Joan of Arc.  Her prodigious talent and prolific dedication to the craft culminated in her being awarded the 2020 Danish Crown Prince Couple’s prestigious Culture Award for her ‘tremendous bravery and uncompromising artistic contribution’. 

Claes Bang is an acclaimed actor of both stage and screen, who after building a strong career in Denmark, burst onto the global scene with his leading performance in 2017’s Cannes Palme d’Or winning film, The Square.  He has since been in high demand, landing the titular role of Dracula in the latest BBC series as well as starring in The Burnt Orange Heresy, The Last Vermeer and the much anticipated upcoming epic The Northman - joining a cast including the likes of Nicole Kidman, Willem Dafoe and Alexander Skarsgaard.   

Tal R is an internationally renowned visual artist, working across a diverse range of media including painting, drawing, textiles and sculpture.  Known for his highly colorful palettes and playful imagery, Tal has forged a name for himself as one of Denmark’s preeminent contemporary artists.  His works have been widely exhibited, including at Cheim & Read in New York, Royal Academy of Art in London and Contemporary Fine Arts in Berlin just to name a few. 

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www.talr.dk 

Jonas Bjerre is a musician and visual artist, best known as the lead singer of Danish alternative rock band Mew.  Since their breakthrough album Frengers was released in 2003, Mew has continued to impress fans and critics worldwide with their constantly evolving sound and bold willingness to push boundaries sonically.  Beyond his work with Mew, Jonas is also an accomplished visual artist and animator, having created the stunning and often fantastical visuals for the band’s live concert experiences as well as the iconic music videos for Mew and other major artists.

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http://jonasbjerre.com