Photo by Lena Nordfjord
In anticipation of her upcoming sophomore album Time Time Time (I’m in the Palm of Your Hand), Oslo dream-pop artist Yndling (her name means “favorite” in English) has released a new single “Fences.”
An insightful reflection on self-isolation and inner struggle, ‘Fences’ considers how rumination can be a hurdle on the path to recovery. The track strikes a balance between echoing electronic effects and ethereal organic instrumentals, retaining an atmospheric sound in its development. Producing a range of light and swirling vocals, Yndling explores the patterns of introspection that can become self-defeating, as she recognizes that real improvement can be counterintuitive.
In her own words Yndling explains, “Fences is about self-isolation and kind of the patterns your brain works itself into when you’re struggling with those kind of emotions, and how your mind works against you sometimes. It’s produced with a blend of programmed and live drums, giving the verses a claustrophobic feel whilst the choruses open up.”
Clad with ascending chord progressions and eccentric effects, the anxious verses open up to an airy and more hopeful chorus. Yndling’s sweeping voice prevails through a soundscape of shimmering synths and soothing electric guitar riffs. Produced with a blend of programmed beats and live recordings, the track is both emotionally raw and rooted in atmospheric electronica.
In the wake of her successful debut, Yndling set out to dive deeper into a more experimental and dark sound. The Oslo-based artist takes time to focus on writing and producing music during long Norwegian winters, drawing inspiration from periods of deep personal reflection and her ongoing process of self-discovery. Her upcoming sophomore album Time Time Time (I’m in the Palm of Your Hand) marks a significant sonic evolution through its innovative two-part release structure. Part 1 embraces classic shoegaze and dream pop influences, while Part 2 explores darker, more experimental territory incorporating trip-hop elements. Fuzzy and dreamy, Yndling’s music evokes comparisons to shoegaze pioneers like Cocteau Twins, Slowdive and Beach House, yet in its heavier progression, possesses a trip-hop element reminiscent of Massive Attack, Portishead, Mazzy Star.
The album explores themes of impermanence and human complexity. As Yndling explains, “it explores the theme of time and change, about how I used to think I’d arrive somewhere in life, but have come to realize that will probably never happen; everything is kind of temporary and fluid.” She continues, “It’s about hurting people without meaning to, and trying to extend that understanding to other people too… It’s about growing apart and things panning out different than you’d thought, and all the different versions humans are when they interact with different worlds.”
Created in collaboration with long-time co-producer Adrian Einestor Sandberg, the album translates these emotional themes into sonic landscapes that feel both intimately personal and universally resonant, maintaining Yndling’s signature dreamy, ethereal quality throughout its stylistic evolution.
Yndling has already played over 20 shows this spring and summer, which include performances at SXSW, Eurosonic, SPOT Festival, and gigs in London, Paris, Stockholm, and Örebro. The young artist continues to solidify her place as one of the most compelling new voices in the European dream pop landscape and is gearing up for a full album tour throughout the UK and EU this coming fall.
“Fences” is available across all streaming platforms this August 1st. Album Time Time Time (I’m in the Palm of Your Hand) is hailed for release November 6th.
