Norsk Countrytreff is proud to present Maren Lein – one of the most exciting new voices on the Norwegian country scene. With a voice that combines warmth, power and a unique vulnerability, Maren has in recent years distinguished herself as an artist with both great potential and an expression that clearly stands out in the crowd. She writes songs that hit – not just in the ears, but in the heart – and that show a maturity far beyond what one would expect from a young artist in the starting phase.
Maren Lein grew up surrounded by music, and it shows in everything she does. She moves naturally between the roots of the country genre and the modern colors that characterize today's Americana and roots landscape. The result is an expression that is both authentic, timeless and modern at the same time. In a music market where much can be superficial and polished, Maren stands out as a breath of fresh air – an artist who dares to be close, personal and honest.
Her lyrics often deal with the big things that shape us: longing, choice, vulnerability, upheaval and hope. She has a rare ability to write songs that feel universal, while at the same time being deeply personal. This makes it easy for the audience to find themselves in her stories – whether they are about quiet moments, lives lived, or the storms everyone has to go through sooner or later.
On stage, Maren Lein is both confident and present. She creates a space that feels intimate, even when the audience is large. With a closeness in her expression that gives the quietest songs as much power as the most energetic, she has already built a reputation as an artist who delivers every time. Her band reinforces the expression – warm, organic and solidly rooted in the country tradition.
Before Norsk Countrytreff 2026 Maren Lein is a perfect match. She represents the future of Norwegian country: authentic, heartfelt, melodic and full of character. The audience will experience an artist in rapid growth, in the midst of a creative surge where new songs, new scenes and new highlights are coming soon.
We look forward to welcoming Maren Lein to Breim – and to share this musical gem with our audience. This will be a highlight for anyone who appreciates real, new, Norwegian country music.
On Norsk Countrytreff Maren will be bringing the guys from Bare Fjas and Blågras as a backing band, in addition to drums. It will be a fun, acoustic concert with a combination of Maren's own songs and some cover songs from her favorite artists.
