Artist description Christer Jensen is the musical mastermind behind the stylish Norwegian pop outfit "micromars." Beyond Christer's insatiable knack for orchestrating flawless pop gems, lies an undeniable gift for creating images through sound.

Music Style Alternative pop

Musical Influences Stereolab, hollAnd, Rocketship, High Llamas, Hobim, Gilberto

Similar Artists Stereolab, Rocketship, hollAnd, High Llamas, Barcelona, Momus, Trembling Blue Stars, Color Filter, Cornelius

Artist History Micromars began in the early spring of 98. Armed with only a few analogue synths and a love for odd pop rhythms, Christer forged his first four pop anthems (which were released later that year by the fantastic Japanese label "Motorway Records") The first Micromars effort received a lot of critical acclaim and set the stage for Christer's very bright future.

Group Members Christer Jensen

Instruments Moog Opus 3, Memorymoog, Roland Compurhythm CR-68, Farfisa Compact Organ, Casio SK-1, Casio SA-60, Korg Polysix, Fender Stratocaster.

Albums International Pop Modulations on Aiprecords (www.aiprecords.com) and "Metro" on S.H.A.D.O Records (ITA)

Press Reviews From Fakejazz (www.fakejazz.com) : Micromars is digital pop bliss. They could very easily come across as kitschy but to categorize them as such would deny them the credit they deserve for being great songwriters. If analog synth pop is your thing, but you also like sad songs done in a subtle, almost veiled way, Micromars should be on the top of your list. Review from Darla (www.darla.com) : Armed with an array of analog synths and an insatiable knack for orchestrating flawless pop gems, Micromars has an undeniable gift for creating images through sound.

Additional Info 7" on Motorway Records (JPN), and a lot of compilation albums.

Location Levanger, Nord-Trøndelag - Norway

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