Lars lilholt band live biography

Who is Lars Lilholt? A Brief Career Overview

Lars Lilholt, a passionate vocalist, violinist, bandleader, and composer, has been a vibrant force within the Danish folk music scene since the early s. Best known for his heartfelt songwriting and engaging performances, Lilholt has made significant contributions to classic Danish pop and dansktop genres. He first captured the public's heart as a member of the folk-rock band Kræn Bysted and later as the leader of the enduring Lars Lilholt Band, which has entertained audiences for decades.

His breakthrough came with the iconic song "Kald det kærlighed," featured on the landmark album Portland, which firmly established him in the hearts of Danish music lovers. With more than 32 albums to his name, Lilholt's journey also embodies a connection to vinyl culture, with many of his albums being cherished among collectors for their quality and artwork. His legacy is one of passion, artistry, and an unwavering dedication to creating music that resonates.

Lars Lilholt's Early Life and Background

Birthed on March 14, , in the quaint town of Herlev, Lars Lilholt grew up in a nurturing family environment that encouraged creative expression. His early exposure to music came from a blend of familial love for traditional Danish tunes and folk stories, laying the foundation for his future artistry. As a child, the sound of fiddles and acoustic guitars would often fill his home, enthralling him and shaping his musical identity.

During his formative years, Lilholt began experimenting with various instruments, particularly the violin, which would later become a hallmark of his performances. This early relationship with music sparked an insatiable curiosity that evolved into a lifelong passion for vinyl records, eventually leading to his impressive collection. These experiences not only shaped his worldview but laid the groundwork for a career that would bridge generations.

The Musical Inf

Lars Lilholt is a danish musician, with roots in the traditional folk-music; scottish, irish, norse. He started out in Kræn Bysteds in the 70's.
From the start of the eighties, Lars Lilholt went solo. Kræn Bysteds stopped in after ten years. His first album »Og fanden dukked' op og sagde ja« ( the devil popped up and said yes). Here he made his mark on danish music with a personal mix of rock and folkmusic. But it was ionly after the release of the next record »Jens Langkniv«, that the »Band« was mentioned.
Lars Lilholt Band started out with a few changes, but since the start of the nineties it has had a solid center. The band has an emmence popularity as a live-band, where they always give long concerts. The popularity has had its downsides tghough. As popular the band is, the more animosity it has accelerated from people who find the music extremely old school.
Lars Lilholt have the ability to write very catchy tunes with very speciel instrumental settings. »Kald det kærlighed« (Call it love) is a massive hit for him, that is still played quite often in danish radio.
Until recently, Lars Lilholt had two family-members ind the band; his sister Tine Lilholt and brother Kristian Lilholt. But they are not in the current line-uop, which consists of: Lars Lilholt, Gert Vincent, Tom Bilde, Klaus Trane, H.C. Nielsen and Eskild Dohn.
In , Lars Lilholt put the band on hold for a year, and made a record with two other singer-songwriters, Allan Olsen and Johnny Madsen. They nemaed the project: Dalton.
Lars Lilholt Band have released 20 records – of which 5 are live- or compilation-albums.
They have been called »The most hardworking Band in Denmark«, and with concerts all through every summer, the nick has some right.
Latest record is »Smukkere med tiden« - Prettier as time goes by-

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