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Terje Nilsen

Terje Nilsen (26 November 1951 – 20 March 2019) was a Norwegian singer and songwriter. Nilsen's greatest hit is the song "Mjelle", written in 1974, and appearing on the album "Æ" released in 1977. It later appeared on the album "Kanskje", released in 1990, and had a spell on Norsktoppen.

Terje Nilsen

Terje Nilsen with Kringkastingsorkesteret in Store sal at Oslo Konserthus. The concert was part of Oslo Jazzfestival 2018 and took place on 15. August 2018 in Oslo.

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Name
Terje Nilsen
Born
26 November 1951
Birthplace
Svolvær, Lofoten, Norway
Died
20 March 2019
Occupation
Singer, songwriter

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Terje Nilsen (26 November 1951 – 20 March 2019) was a Norwegian singer and songwriter. Nilsen's greatest hit is the song "Mjelle", written in 1974, and appearing on the album "Æ" released in 1977. It later appeared on the album "Kanskje", released in 1990, and had a spell on Norsktoppen.

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