Kaizers Orchestra

Kaizers Orchestra
Live at Odderøya, 2012
Background information
OriginBryne, Norway
GenresAlternative rock, folk
Years active
  • 2000–2013
  • 2022–present
LabelsBroilerFarm, Sony BMG, Universal Germany, Kaizerecords, Petroleum Records
MembersJanove Ottesen
Geir Zahl
Terje Winterstø Røthing
Rune Solheim
Helge Risa
Øyvind Storesund
Past membersJon Sjøen (2000–2003)
Websitewww.kaizers.no

Kaizers Orchestra is a Norwegian alternative rock band formed in Bergen on 1 January 2000. They are notable for being among the first non-black-metal Norwegian artists singing in their native language to become popular beyond Scandinavia.

In 2012, the group announced that following a 2013 "Farewell Tour", they would take a long break. Their final concert was held on 14 September 2013 at DNB Arena in Stavanger, and was also streamed live online. In November 2022, following weeks of teasers and speculation, the band confirmed a reunion and comeback tour scheduled for 2023.