Kalandra: “I wasn’t a fan of the Beatles, but going into that audition, I said, ‘This has been my dream forever!’”

Kalandra frontwoman Katrine Stenbekk says she was initially unfamiliar with the Beatles, yet auditioned for a role in a project centred on their music by declaring it had long been her dream. The experience became a turning point, leading her to explore the band’s catalogue and take part in a performance that connected her with Paul McCartney’s work.

The Norwegian band’s wider musical world also includes influences and collaborations linked to Wardruna and Einar Selvik. The interview reflects on how an unexpected opportunity challenged Stenbekk’s assumptions and broadened her musical horizons.