Ask Carol
Ask Carol
Date: Fri May 24
Stage: Lagoon
Ask Carol is an alternative indie-rock duo that has emerged from the remote Norwegian mountain
community of Auma, ready to shake up the music scene. Don’t let the small size of this band fool
you – with two guitars, drums, synth, Carol’s unique bass and guitar system, and a bit of
multitasking, Ask Carol packs a punch with a sound as big as a full band. The music of this high-
energy power-duo ranges from fierce and mean to soft and comforting, drawing inspiration from
the likes of the Kills, the Yeah Yeah Yeahs, and the White Stripes, all with a distinct Nordic,
melancholic twist.
Ask Carol has already made a name for themselves on the international stage, touring in the
Philippines, Japan, South Korea, and Scandinavia, and performing official showcases at SXSW
three times, with the last being last year (2023). They’ve also had the privilege of supporting The
Brian Jonestown Massacre, amongst others, on tour. In August 2022 (and vinyl in September
2023), they released their highly-anticipated debut album through their own indie label, ChoVan
Records, to widespread acclaim from the press, including a 5/6 rating in Dagbladet, one of
Norway’s largest newspapers.
When the pandemic hit and live shows were put on hold, Ask Carol took the opportunity to
regroup and reinvent themselves. They used the downtime to create self-produced music videos,
merch and live recordings, and emerge from the pandemic with their debut album in hand, ready
to take on the world. Their videos have amassed millions of views on both TikTok and Instagram.
Despite being isolated in their mountain town, with only a few neighbors and a herd of cows as an
audience, Ask Carol has used their solitude to craft a dark, introspective atmosphere that
permeates their music and is sure to captivate listeners. 2024 will see Ask Carol embark on their
first ever US Tour, as well as new material Ask Carol have in the works. Don’t miss the chance to
experience the unique and powerful sound of Ask Carol live in 2024.