Bright Flight is a duo based in Oslo, Norway consisting of Michael Pflieger and Karina Okabe Solberg. Their latest release “Teal” combines aspects of electronica and indie rock with traces of triphop and ambient sounds mixed in for good measure.
Michael shares some of his favorite songs in this weeks episode of “Five For Friday” but first check out the Bright Flight song “No Thank You” (Radio Edit).
I’ve always gravitated towards music that I relate to on some level. I’ve noticed a direct correlation between the music I listen to and the place I’m at in life. Music also serves a functionality purpose as well and I think this collection of songs does a good job of encompassing all of that.
The Halo Benders, Don’t Touch My Bikini
This song is the definition of fun. It’s impossible to not be in a good mood when it’s playing. The contrast between Calvin Johnson’s and Doug Martsch’s vocals are on full display here and they go together like Romeo and Juliet.
Songs:Ohia, Blue Factory Flame
You could pick any song off the album Didn’t It Rain, as the entire thing is drenched in soulful heartache. The minimal arrangements leave plenty of room for the spirits of the Rust Belt to roam freely between each snare hit. You can hear the loneliness and decay echoing line after beautiful line.
ALASKALASKA, Moon
This song always ends up in every playlist. It’s a great example of jazzy influences working their way into Indie Pop which has been a growing trend in recent years. So many layers of swarming noise dancing beneath the melody and building tension makes the climatic ending so satisfying.
Nation of Language, September Again
A modern twist on the glory days of 80’s New Wave. The wobbling synths sway to the beat like a cool fall breeze rustling through the leaves as it ushers in autumn. I love the introspective and honest lyrics that force you to contemplate what you’ve just heard. They’re also building up quite a reputation for their live performances.
Moonshake, Little Thing
The rhythm section is the star of the show here featuring some insane percussion. There’s also plenty of ambient guitar and distortion fading in and out of the composition to keep things interesting. I pretty much walk everywhere I go as I don’t have a car, and this song definitely puts a hop in my step.
