SMERZ

Smerz is a Norwegian duo consisting of Henriette Motzfeldt and Catharina Stoltenberg, based in Oslo and Copenhagen. This year, the duo released their second album, Big City Life, on the Danish label Escho.

Using collages to capture moments of everyday life and dreams, Smerz tell stories livedand imagined—of apathy, loneliness and internal monologue, love and friendship. Smerzoperates at the intersection of genres, drawing inspiration from compositional techniquesin classical music, the experimentation of computer music and the immediacy of popmusic, in the palettes of girly existentialism.
The duo’s discography includes the critically acclaimed debut album ‘Believer’ on XLRecordings, EPs ’Have fun’ and ‘Okey’, released through XL and Escho, as well as popfantasy project ‘ALLINA’ and choir piece ‘Tidligere den dagen’ with vocal ensemble GAEAon their own label Shopping.

Notable past performances include Tate Modern, MOCA Geffen, Berghain, Volksbühne,MIRA Festival with Weirdcore, KODE with the Norwegian National Company ofContemporary Dance, and Club To Club. From their choir performance at the MUNCHMuseum to fashion runway soundtracks, throughout their work, Smerz have been knownfor their ability to navigate and create new sonic worlds.

Sunday, June 21 at Metronome Prague 2026