Jørun Bøgeberg on stage in 2024
(Picture by Jakob)

Former a-ha bassist Jørun Bøgeberg is a special guest on the latest episode of the podcast a-ha – Ranking Highs and Lows.

Interviewed by hosts JP and Jesper, Jørun shares some of his favorite moments from his time with a-ha in the 1990s.

There are stories from the recording sessions of East of the Sun and Memorial Beach, as well as life on the road. He also talks about recording with Savoy and his own background in music.

The episode can be found on spreaker.com, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

Be also sure to check out last month’s podcast episode, in which JP and Jesper were joined by author and journalist Ørjan Nilsson who presented his own list of the 20 best a-ha songs.

Bøgeberg performing at the opening of the a-ha exhibition in Oslo, October 2010
(Picture from nb.no)

Jørun Bøgeberg, a-ha’s bassist from 1990 to 1994, has updated the a-ha section on his website with a new and long article about his time with the band.

Writing in detail about various studio sessions and concert tours, Bøgeberg provides fascinating insight into one of the most interesting periods of a-ha’s career.

The article also includes a wealth of private pictures, most of them never seen before.

This is recommended reading for all fans.

The article can be found on Bøgeberg’s website at jbbass.com – click on “A-HA 90-94” in the left-side menu.

Be also sure to check out his two solo albums Songs From The Pocket (1996) and Basstard (2006). The first one features backing vocals by Morten and cover art by Magne.