Track of the Day: SoundFarm – Suck It Up (2026)
In an industry that is increasingly moving toward AI-generated projects and non-human material, it is refreshing to come across artists that continue to use the raw, imperfect sound, keeping things honest and original – SoundFarm is one of these acts. Operating on the musical philosophy of “real musicians, real performances and real music”, the Oslo-based collective may have emerged in 2020 from a freezing barn, but are now warming the hearts of an international audience. This is our introduction to SoundFarm, so join us as we delve into their song, ‘Suck It Up’.
The opening track of their 2026 album, After The Rush, ‘Suck It Up’ is a song that was born during a jam session, taking its first breath without any planning. Self-produced, ‘Suck It Up’ is a three-minute combination of classic rock, funk and soul, all dragging me back to the 1970s music world. Toe-tapping, shoulder-swaying, and head-bopping, the melody is one you can twirl about to and lose yourself in, as well as one that you can just sway along to.
From the rock side of things, Tommy Huseth’s electric guitar soars across the tune with rhythmic riffs, bursting solos, and a soulful sweep of sound. Heading to the entwined soul side, Oyvind Lahn’s piano dances beneath, as Anja-Christin Nielsen adds an exciting flair with her interspersed trumpet. I don’t know why, but there’s always something special about a trumpet in a song, whether it’s an underlying peep or a blasting spark. Ola Skaare’s bass steps along with Herik Salvesen’s steady drums, giving the funk-flavoured vibe a sort of anchor or standing point.
All bound in a beautiful, kaleidoscopic arrangement with a musical ebb and flow, ‘Suck It Up’ is an enjoyable melody. For me, however, it’s Marte Trolldalen’s rhythmic vocals that add an enticing allure to the track. Rich, sweet, and moving, she holds your hand in a magical dance, swinging this way and that with comfort and ease.
Sincere, sentimental and fun, ‘Suck It Up’ inspires a sense of hope and happiness in its listeners – or at least for me. Highly recommended!!!
Find out more about SoundFarm on their Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and Spotify.
This artist was discovered via Musosoup #sustainablecurator
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