“Let the light in” - Out Dec. 1:
The Global Bangladesh band Chirkutt and artist Marte Wulff (NO) release song for solidarity in dark times.
In a collaboration that transcends borders and cultures, Norwegian artist and climate activist Marte Wulff teams up with renowned Bangladeshi band Chirkutt to release a powerful anthem entitled "Let The Light In".
Marte Wulff, recognized not only for her voice and songwriting, but also for her dedication towards environmentalism, found common ground with Chirkutt through a joint commitment to climate and social consciousness with music as the point of focus.
The collaboration aims to raise awareness of the urgent climate change-issues and the need for global solidarity and justice.
Bringing together artists from different corners of the world, "Let The Light In" is more than just a song; it is a call to action, a reminder of our shared responsibility to work for peace and protect our planet and all its inhabitants, both now and in the future.
The lyrics address the impact of the destructive forces that drive both war, climate change and inequality, and call upon the listener to act and to be responsible stewards of the planet and all its inhabitants.
The music is a mixture of Norwegian and Bangladeshi musical elements, which symbolizes coming together across cultures for a common cause.
With hopes of a brighter future: "Let The Light In" is out Dec. 1.
Official music video for "Let The Light In" :
Chirkutt on Social media:
M. Wulff on Social media:
The Global Bangladesh Band Chirkutt is Known for cross-genre music that blends traditional Bangladeshi sounds with modern influences, Chirkutt has been a major driving force in the Bangladeshi music scene, and have played festivals like SXSW, Madison Square Garden with Scorpions, in Norway, UK, USA, Australia, Malaysia, India, Sri Lanka and more, which is unique for a band from South East Asia.
The music of Chirkutt is based on philosophy, love and empathy for society and climate. As pioneers of socially conscious music in Bangladesh, the band bring a unique perspective to the collaboration, adding depth and diversity to the environmental anthem.
Marte Wulff is an acclaimed, two time Spellemann/(Norwegian
Grammy)-nominated artist, singer and writer with seven
solo albums and many hit songs behind her.
Since 2018 she has engaged in climate and environmental issues both through her music and talks, and as a social debater and activist. She has a certification in Creative Climate Leadership
from Julie’s Bicycles CCL programme, and was in 2020
named one of ten Green Guardians in the category of
artists and activists in British music magazine IQ.
Marte will be releasing her first novel on Oktober
forlag in 2024, and is also one of two initiators behind
Spillerommet, an artist movement working for an
innovative and self-sustainable music industry.
Engasjement i praksis
Velkommen hit!
Synes du det er vanskelig å vite hvordan du skal møte klima- og miljøkrisen? Tenker du at det ikke betyr så mye hva akkurat du gjør, eller er du frustrert over at det går for sent? Sørger du, eller er du redd for fremtiden? Eller synes du det er spennende tider? Jeg har vekslet mellom alle disse følelsene og mange flere.
Som miljøengasjert artist, tror jeg på en kunstnerisk og kreativ tilgang til klima- og miljøsakens utfordringer og muligheter.
Gjennom musikk, tekst, scenekunst og skaping av møteplasser vil jeg bygge bro mellom fakta og følelser. Jeg er interessert i hvordan vi kan gjøre det som føles stort, fjernt og uhåndterlig til noe som skjer nå, som angår oss og som vi kan gjøre noe med.
For helt ærlig: Dette er ikke noe vi kan velge til eller fra. Store, inngripende endringer vil skje, enten vil det eller ei. Spørsmålet er om vi skal vente til de blir tredd ned over hodet på oss helt utenfor vår kontroll, eller om vi selv skal ta grep ift. å tilpasse oss, gå foran og sette noen av premissene selv.
Kulturen skaper sosiale møteplasser som styrker samhold, refleksjon og demokrati i praksis. Et mangfoldig og levende kulturtilbud som er tilgjengelig for alle er en forutsetning for positiv samfunnsutvikling, og for omstillingen.
Det ligger styrker i kunstneriske verktøy som samfunnet trenger.
I årene frem mot 2030, som er tidslommen vi har for å begrense oppvarmingen av kloden til under 1,5 grader, er det dette jeg vil fokusere på. Vil du også? Kanskje vi kan hjelpe hverandre. Meld deg på mitt nyhetsbrev!
Unden denne fanen Miljøengasjement kan kan du lese litt mer om hva jeg gjør.
Marte