Since spring 2025, Alucuo has released a string of calm, acoustic instrumental songs themed around birds. I caught up with him to find out more about his journey through the musical world, where we find him today and what the future might hold for his meditative music.
Hi Alucuo, can we start with a bit of background? What has your journey through music been, and how did you get to where you are today?
Ever since I was a child, making music has been a bit like keeping a diary – a way to explore and sort things out on the inside. As a teenager, I played more intense and expressive music in different bands, and over the years I have explored many different styles. Over time, I have been drawn more and more to instrumental music, where I build soundscapes and play the instruments myself – music to drift away to, meditate to and be filled with wonder by.
How would you describe the music you make?
I create organic, atmospheric soundscapes where acoustic instruments meet electronic textures and rhythms. The music combines Scandinavian mystique with a warmth and rhythm that is more reminiscent of the rainforest. I want to make music that opens up a space for the listener – for stillness, movement and wonder alike.
Looking specifically at your latest single, ‘Merula’, where did the inspiration come from, and what is the song about?
Merula means blackbird, a common bird in Scandinavia. It sings beautifully in spring and summer.
Which brings us to an interesting point about instrumental music: how hard is it to speak through a non-lyrical form, and how do you feel you communicate with the listener?
Music in itself is wordless and speaks to us directly, beyond language. I personally like music that can have many layers and evoke different images, feelings and associations rather than convey one fixed message.
Is this music that you perform live or a studio project?
I mainly play live, building up different acoustic and electronic loops and soundscapes. I like letting the music develop organically in the moment. Among other places, I have performed as Alucuo at Boom Festival in Portugal.
What does the future hold for you musically?
I’m continuing to develop Alucuo, but I have also started a new project called Aluvoa. There I explore a calmer, more dreamlike expression, with music to rest and sleep to. I see the two projects as two sides of the same world: Alucuo often has a more active and dynamic expression, while Aluvoa moves towards stillness. Both can hold movement as well as calm.
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