What IS it about Sweden?
First it was the global IKEA invasion, then it was Swedish meatballs (the type you eat). Then came their cool denim ( Cheap Monday, Nudie, Acne). It seems like on the global scale, Sweden may not be voluminous in its influence, but what it lacks in quantity it makes up in quality. The Swedes seem to have emerged in the forefront as purveyors of a high design aesthetic.
Now it’s the music. An article I read mentions how the Swedish are constantly coming up with new musical styles, where it is common for the avant garde to be incorporated into mainstream music. Thus explains Jose Gonzales and The Knife. Now check this new indie singer out, El Perro Del Mar. Beautiful music accompanied by an even more beautiful video. The song has got such sweet music and vocals. Its verse conjures up a smoky feeling of yesteryear brought about by groups like the Supremes, while its chorus morphs slightly into something more Joni Mitchell. Whatever it is, it’s good. The songs make the listener traverse through various permutations of calm as it progresses from intro to the verse, then chorus, then finally easing down towards the coda with its muted guitars. Hope you enjoy it.
Note to self: Must visit Stockholm.
Hey! You sound like a very cool person. I like Sweden, duh, I am Swedish. I like the way you write. The nuances you use and the favorable description of Sweden. I definitelly think you should come and visit our beautiful country! Go go before it is too late.
XO: hehe, thanks, i don’t consider myself a very cool person, but i am curious about your country. will definitely visit it when i have the opportunity
Why would it ever be too late to visit your country? It seems to be on the right track anyway.
Comment by Tobias - Swedish — March 17, 2007 @ 6:34 pm