In 2017, Minneapolis string duo The OK Factor opened for Swedish quintet Jaerv at the Cedar Cultural Center, and their musical worlds collided. There was an immediate connection, grounded in a mutual love and respect for one anothers’ talent, rhythmic intricacies, inspiring ornamentation, and fascinating melodies. After joint tours in both the US and Sweden, an organic friendship and collaboration has developed that is felt, seen, and heard by their audiences.

This EP is a compilation of live recordings from their US/Sweden tours from 2021 - 2023, captured in fields of the Midwest and forests of Sweden. It reflects the bands’ respect for musical tradition paired with the desire to expand its boundaries. It is their sincere hope that every listener experiences the tangible joy that pulses through each band member, and follows their own traditions not just back in time, but into the future.