a-ha - This Is Our Home (MTV Unplugged)

Taken from the forthcoming album/DVD
a-Ha: MTV Unplugged Summer Solstice
(17 Hits + 2 Cover Versions + 2 brand new Songs)
Pre Order here: lnk.to/aha-unplugged
Recorded live on June 22 and 23, 2017 at Giske Harbour Hall in Norway by Henning Svoren and John O’Mahoney at Ocean Sound Recordings;
Video Director &Producer: Kim Strømstad;
Produced by: Lars Horntveth;
Arranged by: Lars Horntveth with a-ha;
Demo sessions recorded by Marcus Forsgren at Pooka Studio, Oslo;
Mixed by John O’Mahoney at Electric Lady Studios, New York;
Mastered by Greg Calbi at Sterling Sound, New York;
Production Management: James Maillardet of Practical Productions Ltd;
Morten Harket: vocals;
Magne Furuholmen: upright piano, harpsichord, celesta, acoustic guitar, flute and backing vocals;
Paul Waaktaar-Savoy: acoustic guitar and backing vocals;
Lars Horntveth: acoustic guitars, resonator lap steel guitar, vibraphone, bass clarinet and soprano saxophone;
Morten Qvenild: Upright piano, harpsichord, harmonium, dulcitone, mandolinette, autoharp and kokle;
Even Enersen Ormestad: Bass;
Karl Oluf Wenneberg: Drums, percussion, bells and bass xylophone;
Madeleine Ossum: Violin and backing vocals;
Emilie Heldal Lidsheim: Viola and backing vocals;
Tove Margrethe Erikstad: Cello and backing vocals;
Music video by a-ha performing This Is Our Home. (C) 2017 Swinglong Ltd. /We Love Music, under exclusive licence to Polydor/Island, a division of Universal Music GmbH
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[@robyncook7422]

The song was written by Magne and is an invitation to tolerance and respect among the peoples, because this (our planet) is our home, this is where we belong.

[@user-jn3bj4mk9m]

ХерсРъцыИзСлогаТвирдо'оть/ОнсСлога 😇🤝

[@bishopaz]

The group A-Ha , you all have aged gracefully . You all have survived. And still sound GREAT.

[@fkyew]

Don't know why this song isn't the official tune for Earth Day. Lyrics fit perfectly and its performed by an awesome group! Don't get any better than that.

[@cherylhurley2753]

Morten Harket...Still the most beautiful man and voice ever!

[@duncanwalker7380]

It seems we have a die hard Morten fan

[@elaine8562]

@@duncanwalker7380 well, and she is not wrong.

[@ohiohoney]

swoon!!!

[@shirleymonteiro8800]

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[@anniecallahan7176]

But of course!

[@henriquess1862]

It's been about 35 years, I was a child, in the countryside of Paraíba, at grandma's house, I heard a song that seemed to come from the mountains, I found the music very beautiful, but there were no resources at the time to research about it, only later did I understand that it was A-ha. From then on I became a passionate fan of the band's melodies. Music that calms, relaxes and takes us to another world.

[@valerietissot1708]

This song is pure wonder. Thank you Magne Furuholmen for this creation and thank you Morten Harket for this wonderful vocal range that I can listen to without any limit.

[@Gabrielecgomes1]

There's no other band or singer that I can relate as much as I do with a-ha I love this band since I was five years old and I'll love them forever Thank you Morten, Paul and Magne ❤️

[@lindaw.5836]

I totally agree!!! I can relate to so many of their amazing songs. I can feel the emotion in Mortens voice so easily, Magnes voice also. They are probably the most creative band I know. They still can deliver songs with such emotion and I love them for that.

[@annalisatramarin5517]

@@lindaw.5836 They are surely the most creative band, their deeply rich creativity is like a kaleidoscope, an endless rainbow of feelings. No artist or band can be compared to them but so sadly underrated.

[@user-os4zw5ml8u]

this is the anthem of all humanity ❤

[@carianin5293]

Love how these guys have managed to avoid the usual rock band disasters. So smart and talented they have the respect an admiration of all their fans. Real artist withstand the test of time.

[@cosetilo5]

I love how this band evolves. Neither greatest hits act nor 80's ghosts. Their albums are fascinating catalogues of superb songwriting.

[@PeteLunnRecords]

cosetilo5 Well said :)

[@cosetilo5]

Thank you. As a teenager I loved their early recordings, but I remain a loyal fan of their total discography!

[@doomedyouth6296]

I'd never 'heard' the lyrics before as I only listened to the catchy pop tunes. This unplugged album has made me see them in a new light lyrically 👍🏻

[@ErikaTBus]

One of my all time favorite bands! I love all of their albums and it's so lovely to hear them this new way.

[@paoloi]

saw them live at the beginning and before their last breakup and could not agree more. As a songwriter I respect and look up to these guys.

[@JamesGore1547]

This should be the new Earth Song.

[@BikerBytes]

James Gore so true now 🙏

[@edgardocs5829]

its like a new song for me after reading that

[@aiuruocan1631]

This is the great cause...

[@shelbydc1]

one of my favorite A-ha unplugged songs :)

[@meatballmonroe]

Im 22. But i was raised on A-ha. Even now, as I am a HUGE metalhead I listen to A-ha daily. And this song really hits me in a way that can not be compared. I miss my family. I live 2000 miles away from them. Because me and my dad do not get along or talk - I am always here to talk to him again, i still have a-ha to bring the good memories I do have back. this particular song has broken me since it was released. Ill never lose my love for this band or my father as far away as he is emotionally and physically. and dad if you're reading this, because I know you go here. I love you.

[@StoneyP94]

I encourage you to call him. Short and sweet, but just call and say hi.

[@anniecallahan7176]

TheShortJoke We have this one special life and please get a hold of your family. Sending you love and hugs.

[@carlowo_2951]

Im 17. Same as you, i was raised with aha song since 2009. Now im matured enough to feel the real thing in every aha song like birthright, foot of the mountain, butterfly butterfly etc. I never regret every second i take to listen every aha song

[@meatballmonroe]

@@StoneyP94 this is a long overdue reply but I actually emailed him and we ended up talking on the phone. were working on our relationship. thank you for your kind words

[@meatballmonroe]

@@anniecallahan7176 I realized life is too short for anger and sadness and hurt, so I emailed him. and called him shortly after. I hope it will start rebuilding the relationship :)

[@MUHAMID-hh3hg]

I was born in 1981, a Brazilian man... I remember 1988, aha on the radio, Ayrton Senna in F1. Man, i was a happy child. Thanks GOD to bellow that generation. Was a wonderful times.

[@tonyagapiou]

Every time I hear this, it's the first time I hear it. It's just an absolutely stunningly beautiful song.

[@boodubai]

This reminds me of a poem that I made for a contest in college and I won f1st prize. It was about planet earth. Super simple words with super deep impact. I love your music and has been a super fan since I was a teenager. I'm turning 50 this year. Time flies. Your music make me cry. Make more please.

[@nicholashillofficial]

How do I begin to tell you how much this band has contributed to my life x

[@eastofthesun91]

This is our music. Thank you a-ha.

[@luizklotz]

A-ha forever. The best band.

[@petitfour7687]

It's no wonder that three of them make pure gold music art ! Thank you so much A-ha for making my life better with your music ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@pristof1721]

I follow them since I was thirteen I'm fourty six now 😉 they are a part of my life and also a real power for the bad days and of course for the Good days 😊

[@amirdeutsch3973]

Best band, best voice, actually best of everything ❤

[@MrSEA-ok2ll]

A-ha, is a very obscure band from a musical age that I hope will never be forgotten, but appreciated by future generations.

[@vaniachiandotto7797]

If I had a time machine I would use it to go back and attend this concert

[@MUHAMID-hh3hg]

Aha is like a good and old wine...

[@fatimaberlezi6364]

a-ha eternally in my heart !!! Unforgettable!!!!

[@Wilsinhosm]

It matters what you do It matters what you say It matters that you lead the way It matters what you think It matters what you know There is no other place to go For This our Home This is our Home This is where..we belong It matters what you say It matters what you do It matters what I put you through For this is our Home This is our Home This is the place This is our Home This is our Home This is the place Where we belong but this is our Home This is our home This is where we belong

[@jullgra3290]

Wilson S M л

[@themriron2391]

The lyrics are very simple but they work well, what can I say? Different type of song to the usual A-ha approach.

[@bifffbyford]

Wilson S M q

[@Annoyingbirds]

Wilson S M I’m a fan hint hint;p

[@user-nq5yk7uf7o]

Плагиат?

[@rossanamazzetti789]

Beautiful song

[@nywvblue]

That was spectacular.

[@angel1nl2002]

GREAT SONG - the truth in few words ..... Lyrics "This Is Our Home" : It matters what you do It matters what you say It's matters that you lead the way It matters what you think It matters what you know There's no other place to go For this is our home This is our home This is where we belong It matters what you say It matters what you do It matters what I pull you through For this is our home This is our home This is the place This is our home This is our home This is the place where we belong For this is our home This is our home This is where we belong

[@melaniecarter464]

Lifelong a-ha fan since 1985. Favorite song to date! Love you guys!

[@ezlikenobi]

Thank you a-ha for coming back for the fans :'(

[@incanegrodelcampo9357]

Tolerance is the first virtue that all of us must cultive in our souls

[@haydeantezana7759]

A-HA is the great and best band of the world

[@Jieun3733]

What a brilliant idea to put the part for the harpsichord which makes the performance even classier than ever! It's just beyond the words!

[@mallee17]

Another a-ha classic. It's hard to believe Morten will hit 60 years of age this year.😳

[@lindaw.5836]

Nigel Myers agreed!

[@mormagpal]

Sublime Simplicity, a-ha at their best.

[@jasamcomi]

Magnificent performance that brings people closer to each other. Grateful.

[@victoriapiasecka9392]

Home 11/24/2020. Praying for the world in these times. Still loving A-HA!!!

[@christhackrsy]

Brilliant nice to see pals smiling at morten bit of a change ! Most underrated band ever

[@leonardocapri8108]

This his my home ,forever !!! !!! !!!

[@amandayeung7357]

This band is amazing - the older they get the better the songs have become, I only started liking them after they 'spilt' - so when they came back together I was thrilled, now Im their No.1 fan!! Hope to see them (3rd time) in concert later on the year ...fingers crossed. Morten's voice is quite something!

[@emmanuel9546]

This IS a great show

[@stefanwehrtes4406]

It matters ALL you do - great lyrics! Great melody! Great performance!

[@reicurpen8028]

Rite now..Mauritius 2018..Still listening to Aha after 30yrs

[@christopherdelasoupe928]

Band so creative , that's why we love them since a long time.... From France with love ( sorry for my '' english'' )😀

[@austinmcevoy9468]

Nonsense, your English is great! 😄

[@CaffeineNightOwl]

they´ve gotten even better. touching.

[@MrScalman]

what an amazing new song . they look amazing too. Morten voice still just wows.

[@nory472]

love , love, love love....they come back!!!! Thanks A-ha....

[@AdrianoBattista]

O a-ha, no início da carreira na década de 1980, tornou-se uma grande referência da música pop internacional. Fez sucesso estrondoso, emplacou vários hits nos topos das paradas, marcou significativamente uma geração de fãs que até hoje seguem a banda fielmente. É notório o fato de que os integrantes da banda, depois de "Stay On These Roads", decidiram alterar seu estilo e a forma de conceber as canções. Também são conhecidos por não serem "mercenários" ou "vendidos", como ocorre com muitos artistas dos tempos hodiernos. Provavelmente esses fatores, juntamente com a "separação" do grupo na segunda metade dos anos 90, podem explicar em parte o desprezo da grande mídia, sempre ignorando o a-ha e menosprezando a qualidade da banda! Porém Morten, Mags e Pal conseguiram mostrar no Rock in Rio 2015 o que é boa música de verdade, a despeito do fiasco da organização do evento ao priorizar Katy Perry como "atração principal". No final, quem realmente brilhou e arrasou foram os nossos eternos garotos, ofuscando a "estrela" da noite e mostrando quem ainda manda no pedaço!

[@danielgama7477]

Estava lá em 2015, viajei 2300 km só para assistir o show do A-ha e retornar para casa. Tinha muitos como eu lá, foi pura emoção. Não pude ir para o show da banda em 1991, pois não tinha idade suficiente. Esse show me fez chorar muito de emoção, não sabia se erram lágrimas ou chuva, mas eram verdadeiras, logo quando acabou o show todos foram embora da cidade do Rock, pois como eu só tinha ido para assistir o A-ha, só deixando um público pequeno para a Katy Perry!

[@marcoantoniosilva1545]

Adriano Battista 👏👏👏👏

[@zangirolamichristiandaniel5890]

Textão hein? Mais li tudo, estou de acordo e comparto o que vc disse

[@franciscosantana137]

Concordo plenamente com tudo q vc escreveu.

[@Jettrebellives]

Oh boy goosebombs! Still going strong A-Ha and beautiful vocal Morten💋❤️👌🏻

[@alexandrecosta_1981]

All I can do when that instrumental part starts (at 2:26) is to remember My Dearest Loved One (my mother) and start crying. Thank you for bringing me back those memories.

[@loveismyair]

It matters what YOU do a-ha ~ thank you for this beautiful song ~ I always want more music from you ♥

[@vleett2]

Simply one of my favourite songs...distinct aha sounds...the song touches the heart :)

[@victorvillar2114]

Matters what we listen...

[@lucianatoledo7627]

A-ha ❤ 2019

[@ruialves6991]

simply the best band of the world...

[@Elena-in6uw]

A-ha per sempre i migliori ❤️🇮🇹

[@lindabennett9068]

he's still got it. Plus he is ageing really well and is very attractive !!

[@olattimer]

Cannot wait to see them in February 2018

[@danielkuciak6976]

THXS to U all, this song is like honey for my soul.

[@leonardohaber4537]

Words can't describe this spetacular concert.

[@ninabuckland1846]

I think as i have listened to them since 1985 morten, mags and Paul look more handsome now than their younger years

[@mariateresaperon300]

WONDERFUL A-ha❤❤❤

[@GymGarageMan]

Instant A-ha Classic !!

[@tamarrosenberg-walker7599]

What a beautiful song. ❤️❤️❤️❤️ thank you.

[@ryanmcnamara4427]

Brilliant. Simply brilliant.

[@olgauvarova5541]

Thanks! Strong, wise and adult emotions I feel in this! Last works from A-ha are brilliant! Wish it had no end! Love you!

[@olgauvarova5541]

Hey, that's great! I cry all the time when I listen and when I sing ;)

[@blds8298]

These are our A-ha!!!! Love them for ver and ever!!!!!

[@sandralopezmartin1465]

Adorable your voice Morten Harket ❤a-ha

[@stephanelarocque77]

Touching and beautiful!

[@techmatrix1732]

OMG! So Beautiful! I love this song, I love this concert.! My 8th child was born in our home the day before this concert. This is HIS home. My favorite band since 1985. LOVE LOVE LOVE!!!!

[@nelltomme7868]

This is just such a good song. A-ha is truly a premium band.

[@3itsme144]

I came to hear a-ha cuz they calm my anxiety ✨💗🥺 they rise my spirit

[@lorimaydube7768]

A very beautiful song.. I am native american from Canada and this song speaks to me in so many ways. Thank you.

[@Unzyme]

Fantastic!

[@strangedays4]

This is one of the few songs I've listened to in my life that by the time the song had ended it had sunk it's powerful & emotive claws deep within my being......thank god there's a song for every moment & every emotion. Another stellar A-ha performance!

[@vanmbeck]

Come to Brazil again, to Salvador, Bahia pleaseeeeeeeeeee!!! I could not go to the shows when you came here. But now I'll do whatever it takes to go!! Pleaseee!!! Best band ever!!! Love you guys!!!

[@alejandrolongopas8685]

How beautiful it is to mature with such a beautiful voice! I still remember those nights when "Take On Me" appeared magically on the radio ... A song that sounded out of its time! What incredible treble and how versatile Morten's voice! (I made his bass more serious to reach the treble ... LOL!). And then the epic "The sun Always Shines On TV" and that song to life that is "Hunting High And Low". Scandinavian groups always have something special: a melancholic touch in joy, a sweet resignation with hope, an innocent rebellion, and states of euphoria that do not betray the melodies. I did not know this musical theme. Thanks for sharing! Greetings from Argentina! ¡Qué lindo es madurar con una voz tan bella! Todavía recuerdo esas noches en las que surgía mágicamente en la radio "Take On Me"... ¡Un tema que sonaba fuera de su tiempo! ¡Qué agudos increíbles y que versátil la voz de Morten! (Yo hacía más graves sus graves para llegar a los agudos... ¡JAJA!). Y después el épico "The sun Always Shines On TV" y ese canto a la vida que es "Hunting High And Low". Los grupos escandinavos tienen siempre algo especial: un toque melancólico en la alegría, una dulce resignación con esperanza, una inocente rebeldía, y estados de euforia que no traicionan las melodías. No conocía este tema musical. ¡Gracias por compartirlo! ¡Un saludo desde Argentina!

[@CJ-ft9yo]

Alejandro Longopas what a lovely description, and spot on about the Scandinavian culture

[@eygaliere]

Still got it after all these years 😊

[@mariestephens3422]

This is beautiful. Wish I had been there, just played the DVD, OF THE CONCERT, TOTALLY ENCHANTED.

[@kitty_neva]

Morten, please live forever

[@chrys.k.mwarriorsofpiathos1501]

Morten Harket still looking as beautiful as ever

[@foxmusicbox2020]

I am looking for new home right now. Dear a-ha, thank you for this song.

[@moniquerodriguezfeogruber4932]

Magne singing backup with all the passion in the world

[@jennyadventurer]

Love Love LOVE this recording!!

[@susannekuehbacher2712]

love this sound, this voice and i was in the concert it was great. Morten was wonderful as always.

[@raquelcosta1051]

I confess that I fell in love!!!

[@Cygnus75]

What a great song, great band!

[@jimenalopez1445]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MORTEN HARKET, REAL SINGER A-HA FOREVER, from Argentina

[@kerskers6362]

I’ve never heard this song before until last Friday on a funeral... Beautiful

[@lindaw.5836]

Such a emotional song for a funeral. It is beautiful. I just love the timing of this song, a-ha have accomplished so much from when they first started around 1986/7 onwards. All they have achieved in their separate lives, and now, they can still come together to make beautiful songs such as this. They have come full circle. I just LOVE them.

[@kerskers6362]

Linda W. It is a very emotional song 😢. And I didn’t know a lot of songs from A-HA but after this one, I found more beautiful songs of them 🤗

[@lindaw.5836]

KersK Kers yes that happened to me too. I've had a fantastic time finding all their songs. I have been blown away by so many of them, they have an ability to create so many different styles of songs.

[@anecidade160]

jamais existira um homem como Morten harket

[@TB71294]

Beautiful song by a truly great band,so so underrated, been an honour to have seen them live twice,Dublin many years ago,more recently in Manchester last year, legends

[@oscarfer010101]

A-ha come back

[@perpetual61]

Come back from where they never left.

[@pristof1721]

they never left for most people who follow them.

[@thefuzzypenguin778]

Dude they never left.

[@dorf2070]

Sophisticated! 😍😍

[@user-fb6fr6lf3g]

The greatest unpluged, i have heared

[@rssiegranados6938]

I Iove this song and the rhythm, This is Our HOME where I belong! Lovely lyrics, that song really sounds like welcoming to home!

[@thefuzzypenguin778]

love, love, love you M!

[@JAI-HUNG]

Morten my greatest voice of the world thanks for still performing, LOVE YOU

[@carolhodel6678]

I hope i can see you alive one day guys! The it would the perfect time! 😍😘