Totally Swede Electro-Poppin’
February 19, 2012 Leave a Comment
I don’t know about you but for me things, especially when the internet is concerned, seem to come at me in waves. An example, earlier this week as I procrastinated the day away on my internet I encountered not one but two amusing internet videos about monkeys. While I chose not to share those past the usual link baiting I did ride a much more enjoyable wave later on in the week.
In my stumblings to find (acquire, collect, judge, etc.) more music that the world may have to offer I caught ahold of a few electro-pop tracks: all from Sweden.
Let’s start upbeat shall we? First up we have Miike Snow with the second track from their still upcoming album (late March). We have Paddling Out, a track that starts infectiously upbeat and manages to does itself with an upper by the time the first chorus hits. It the kind of song that reminds you how much fun dancing ’til 6am can be, without making you regret being stuck in on a sunday evening.
Hey these guys are pretty cool, I hear you saying to yourself, I’m surprised I’ve not bumped into them before. Well you probably have… sort of. Two of the three members that make up Miike Snow are also Bloodshy & Avant! You know, musical duo who pen tracks for the stars? Still nothing, eh? How about Britney’s Toxic, bells being rung? Toss in some Madonna and Kylie, amongst others, and you have a pretty talented pop duo.
Let’s flip over the first track they released for the new album, Devil’s Work. A little less punchy but the piano hooks are still strong, laid back vocals and the odd horn come together for a fairly dynamic track. If Paddling Out is dancey, then Devil’s Work is head-groovy.
It’s not just a snowstorm, we also have a young 16 year old swede who is making music sans label. Its pop, its electronic, but it doesn’t quite live in the same world as our friends above. Be prepared for a slooowdown. A methodical beat paired with melancholy lyrics and vocals make for a track you can still immerse yourself in but movement will be minimal if at all. Melt into this one folks; headphones would be a welcome accessory I think.
And if that wasn’t enough Miike Snow for you, or you need to ramp that heartbeat back up, head on over to RCRDLBL to download Devil’s Work and a handful of other tracks. (Registration required but free)
(via Stereogum & Swedesplease)
