Hedvig Mollestad Concerts

Experience Hedvig Mollestad

Hedvig Mollestad is a renowned Norwegian guitarist, composer, and bandleader celebrated for her innovative fusion of jazz, rock, and progressive metal. Emerging from Norway’s vibrant jazz scene, Mollestad has carved a unique niche with her powerful guitar work that blends heavy riffs with intricate improvisation. Her music defies traditional genre boundaries, showcasing technical prowess alongside emotive expression.

Since debuting with the Hedvig Mollestad Trio in 2011, she has released several critically acclaimed albums such as *Shoot!* (2011), *All Of Them Witches* (2013), and *Smells Funny* (2017). These works highlight her ability to merge complex jazz harmonies with the raw energy of rock and the intensity of metal. Mollestad’s trio often features dynamic interplay between guitar, bass, and drums, emphasizing groove and experimental soundscapes.

Her contributions have earned international recognition, including multiple Spellemannprisen nominations—Norway’s equivalent of the Grammy Awards. Beyond her trio, Mollestad collaborates widely across genres and is noted for pushing boundaries in contemporary jazz guitar. With a distinctive style marked by distortion-heavy tones and rhythmic complexity, Hedvig Mollestad continues to influence modern jazz-rock fusion scenes worldwide.