Swedish dark folk artist Jonathan Hultén on music, art, and his upcoming album
Jonathan Hultén, a Swedish dark folk artist and former guitarist for Tribulation, departed from the band in 2020 to focus on his solo endeavors. His first EP, 'The Dark Night of the Soul,' came out in 2017, followed by 'Chants from Another Place' in 2019 under Kscope. In 2022, he presented 'The Forest Sessions,' which showcased live recordings along with his graphic animations. Hultén's musical style incorporates elements of Swedish folk, blues, grunge, classical, and electronic, delving into themes of nature and spirituality. In November 2023, he toured Scandinavia with Sylvaine and is set to join Myrkur for a European and UK tour, including a stop in Milan on April 14. He also released the single 'The Well' in December 2023 while working on his second album.
Key facts
- Jonathan Hultén is a Swedish dark folk songwriter and graphic illustrator.
- He was formerly guitarist for death metal band Tribulation, winning a Grammy in Sweden.
- He released debut solo EP 'The Dark Night of the Soul' in 2017.
- Debut album 'Chants from Another Place' was released in 2019 on Kscope.
- He left Tribulation at the end of 2020 to focus on solo career.
- Released 'The Forest Sessions' album and DVD in 2022.
- His graphic animations are reminiscent of Aubrey Beardsley.
- He will be special guest for Myrkur on European/UK tour with Milan date on April 14.
- Currently recording his second full album; released single 'The Well' in December 2023.
- His favorite visual artist is Kawase Hasui; favorite song is 'Egress' by Drab Majesty.
Entities
Artists
- Jonathan Hultén
- Aubrey Beardsley
- Chelsea Wolfe
- Sylvaine
- Myrkur
- Kawase Hasui
- Drab Majesty
- Nick Drake
- Samantha Stella
Institutions
- Tribulation
- Kscope
Locations
- Sweden
- Scandinavia
- Norway
- Denmark
- Europe
- UK
- Italy
- Milan
- Genoa