Maiken Kroken

Maiken Kroken’s musical journey began in Norway, where piano lessons at age five set her on a lifelong path. At 18, she moved to the UK, where she studied jazz and contemporary music at the University of Chichester. She soon gained traction as a performer. In London, Maiken’s talent landed her on live BBC broadcasts and iconic stages, including performances in Eurovision: Your Country Needs You on BBC One. Over time, her appearances spanned across This Morning (ITV), The X Factor UK, and live Norwegian TV, where she performed alongside Alexander Rybak.

Now back in Oslo, Maiken has become a prominent name in the local music scene. Ocean, produced in collaboration with jazz artist Ivan Blomqvist and RnB queen Neon lon, was crafted in Ivan Blomqvist’s Oslo Fuzz studio. It is layered with live horns and drums for a rich, immersive soundscape.