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: A Paul Waaktaar-Savoy standout that leans into a slightly more rhythmic, jazzy noir vibe, showcasing the band’s ability to experiment within a sophisticated pop framework.

Released in late 2022, is not just a-ha's 11th studio album; it is a sprawling, cinematic letter to the Arctic. Moving away from the synth-pop textures that defined their 80s peak, the band—Morten Harket, Magne Furuholmen, and Paul Waaktaar-Savoy—delivers a soul-stirring orchestral project recorded in Bodø, Norway, 90 miles above the Arctic Circle. 1. A Cinematic Concept : A Paul Waaktaar-Savoy standout that leans into

: While Magne and Paul’s signature melodies remain, they are draped in lush orchestral arrangements. It evokes the spirit of Hunting High and Low but matured—replacing the "plastic" sheen of the 80s with the wood and wire of a full orchestra. jazzy noir vibe