About Us
The Midnight Special is a Danish country rock band established in 2019. The band consists of
Kasper Schultz (vocals & guitar), Eva Elkjær Lykke (vocals & guitar), Jakob William Nielsen
(guitar), Rasmus Bruun (bass guitar) and Jeppe Birkebæk (drums).
The band released its self-titled debut album in 2021 on vinyl & CD and the album is available
on all major streaming platforms: High-fueled country rock mixed and produced by Mikkel
Bøggild and mastered at Independent Mastering in Nashville, US.
In 2026, The Midnight Special is ready to hit the venues and festivals with their second album
High Hopes, which guarantees even more rock and the spreading of good vibes!
The band has played several venues and festivals including Jelling Festival (DK), Kløften
Festival (DK), Midtfyns Festival (DK) & Nashville Nights in Odense (DK). The Midnight Special
is well established in the genre and on the scene – also outside of Denmark with festival gigs at
Ed’s Countryfest (Sweden) and Country Music Meeting Berlin.
The Midnight special is a swinging mix of energetic country rock and melodic pop rock, and the
audience can always expect a strong and compelling show.