Caligonaut is a solo project by artist Ole Michael Bjørndal, best known for his work with Oak, Airbag and Bjørn Riis Band. Bjørndal has composed the music, written the lyrics and also performs lead vocals and guitars.
The performers on the record include members of Wobbler, Airbag, Oak, Pymlico and Meer, and a special guest appearance by Norwegian church organ legend Iver Kleive.
“Magnified as Giants” contains four songs within a Classic Prog Rock landscape inspired by the guitar and bass work of King Crimson, Pink Floyd, Genesis and Rush but blended with the more modern sounds of Tool and Opeth. Several of the pieces are written in Robert Fripps new standard tuning. The album also features an extended use of vintage keyboards played by Wobbler keyboardist Lars Fredrik Frøislie. Watch the official music video for “Magnified As Giants” through the Apollon Records YouTube Channel:
Tracklist:
| 01. | Emperor |
| 02. | Hushed (feat. Iver Kleive) |
| 03. | Magnified as Giants |
| 04. | Lighter than Air |
Preorder, to be released on February 26, 2021
Available on CD, Regular LP (Black) and Limited LP (White vinyl, 250x)