{{Short description|Music band in Norway}} {{Infobox musical artist | name = Undergrunn | image = Slottsfjellfestivalen 2025 - Undergrunn (2).jpg | caption = Undergrunn at Slottsfjellfestivalen in 2025 | background = group_or_band | origin = Oslo, Norway | genre = Hip hop | years_active = 2018 – present | label = Universal Music Group | current_members = *Patrick Bakkeng (Fretex) *Gabriel Doria (Plaza) *Marcos Haugestad (Rikpappa) *Sverre Skogheim Gudmestad (Pus) *Jo Almaas Marstein (Marstein) *Jon Ranes (Loverboy) | website = }}
'''Undergrunn''' is a Norwegian boy band that was formed in Oslo in 2018. The band consists of six members: Patrick Bakkeng (Fretex), Gabriel Doria (Plaza), Sverre Skogheim Gudmestad (Pus), Jo Almaas Marstein (Marstein), Jon Ranes (Loverboy) and Marcos Haugestad (Rikpappa).<ref>{{Citation |title=PÅ EKTE PODCAST #84 - UNDERGRUNN KLIKK (DEL 1) | date=12 May 2022 |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=azjOs_GcGw4 |access-date=2023-05-08 |language=no}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Aschim |first=Thorvald |date=2022-05-28 |title=Undergrunn på vei opp |url=https://www.nrk.no/kultur/undergrunn-pa-vei-opp-1.15981441 |access-date=2023-05-08 |website=NRK |language=nb-NO}}</ref>
== History ==
Growing up in Tøyen and Gamlebyen in Oslo, Undergrunn came together to create music during secondary school.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2022-04-08 |title=Tar et nytt steg opp fra undergrunnen |url=https://www.aftenposten.no/kultur/i/9KALKw/anmeldelse-opp-fra-undergrunnen |access-date=2023-05-08 |website=Aftenposten |language=nb}}</ref> At 15, they debuted with the song "Isbil," leading to an appearance on By:Larm.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Undergrunn |url=https://www.slottsfjell.no/artister/undergrunn |access-date=2023-05-08 |website=www.slottsfjell.no |language=no}}</ref> The group released their EP ''UG Sommer'' in 2018.
Their first album, Firenze's Finest, was released in autumn 2020. They received two nominations for P3 Gold 2022, including Artist of the Year and Song of the Year for "Italia."<ref>{{Cite web |last=Mykjåland |first=Lene |date=2022-11-15 |title=Slik blir årets "P3 Gull" |url=https://www.nrk.no/presse/p3-gull-med-lars-berrum-og-annika-momrak-1.16179751 |access-date=2023-05-08 |website=NRK |language=nb-NO}}</ref> Undergrunn won the year's breakthrough class for the album Undergrunn at the Spellemannprisen 2022,<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-04-15 |title=Spellemann 2022: Her er alle vinnerne |url=https://www.vg.no/i/JQ38pP |access-date=2023-05-08 |website=www.vg.no |language=nb}}</ref> along with four additional nominations in categories such as hip-hop, songwriter of the year, the release of the year for the album Undergrunn, and song of the year for "Italia."<ref>{{Cite web |title=Karpe nominert til syv Spellemenn – med nykommerne Undergrunn hakk i hæl |url=https://www.dagsavisen.no/kultur/2023/03/03/karpe-nominert-til-syv-spellemenn-med-nykommerne-undergrunn-hakk-i-hael/ |access-date=2023-05-08 |website=Dagsavisen |date=3 March 2023 |language=no}}</ref>
Undergrunn has emerged as one of Norway's most prominent rap groups, known for their unique sound and impactful lyrics. Since their formation, they have blended traditional rap with various musical styles, allowing them to resonate with a broad audience. Recently, they were honored with the Edvard-Prisen for their contribution to the music scene, highlighting their innovative approach and the significance of their work.<ref>{{cite web |last1=NTB |title=Undergrunn blant årets Edvard-prisvinnere |url=https://subjekt.no/2024/10/18/undergrunn-blant-arets-edvard-prisvinnere/ |website=Subjeckt |publisher=Subjekt |access-date=29 October 2024}}</ref> Their ability to address contemporary social issues while maintaining a relatable and authentic voice has gained them a loyal fan base, further solidifying their position in the industry.
The group’s rise to fame is marked by their performances at numerous music festivals across Norway, including Neon Festival and Slottsfjell. These appearances have showcased their energetic stage presence and connection with fans, further solidifying their reputation in the Norwegian music scene.<ref>{{cite web |last1=Kaushik |first1=Even Samir |title=Undergrunns liveopptreden på Neon Festival viste hvor gøy det er når alt klaffer. |url=https://p3.no/en-gave-som-bare-fortsatte-a-gi/ |website=MRK |publisher=Opphavsrett NRK |access-date=29 October 2024}}</ref>
== Discography ==
=== Studio albums === * ''Memoarer'' (2025) * ''Egoland'' (2023) * ''Undergrunn'' (2022) * ''Buketter & ballspill'' (2021) * ''Firenze's Finest'' (2020) * ''(mixtape)'' (2019)
=== EPs === *''UG Sommer'' (2018)
=== Singles === *"Bedre enn deg" (2018) *"Isbil" (2018) *"Logogutt" (2019), only on SoundCloud *"Presidenter $$$" (2019) *"Trapmobile" (2020) *"Savner min klikk" (2020) *"Risiko" (2021) *"Han Solo" (2021) *"Peroni & Perignon" (2022) *"Klikk" (2023) *"Norge Elsker Rap" (2024)
== References == {{Reflist}}
== External links ==
* [https://open.spotify.com/artist/1LyYIhqdjG9R9VdIRSftBb Official Spotify]
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