I see “Kom Ned” as a song about finding peace—whether in the face of something final, or simply in the midst of life’s noise and unrest. It can be interpreted in many ways: as a reflection on life and death, a transition toward something quieter, or a moment of calm. The lyrics aim to offer comfort by embracing stillness and acceptance.

In the film, “my” journey conveys a sense of moving through life’s darker moments and narrow tunnels without light—before eventually finding rest and peace in the embrace of nature and the earth, as part of something larger.

The meaning of the lyrics is open to interpretation, and I hope the song gives space for reflection. That’s also why it’s placed as the final track on the album.

Full video here https://youtu.be/B1C90cgChcg

Listen here https://bfan.link/kom-ned

Video by the amazing Maja Holand / Herstory.

Huge thanks to Rørosmuseet for letting us film in their fantastic exhibition!

And huge thanks to Paul Andreas Grøntvedt Gjertsen for his great work with the making of mini-Olav!

Afargang is:

Olav Luksengård Mjelva - vocals, guitar, hardanger fiddle

Stian Kårstad - guitar

Sindre Bråthen Tjørswaag - bass

Jon Even Schärer - Drums

Guest growler: Haldor Bromstad

Pre-order at www.afargang.com

Release on ByNorse in June!