(AUDIO INTERVIEW + MUSIC MIX) Øystein Sevåg is an artist whose recognition exceeded the borders of his native Norway. Born on 19 March 1957 in Bærum, outside of Oslo, he has a very eclectic background reflected into a crossover versatility that effortlessly embraces classical, electronic, jazz-rock, and world music. His style of composing emphasizes structural clarity and spiritual connection, just as in J.S.Bach's work who is Sevåg's most important influence. Although he re