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I know I've said before, and I'll say it again. What so many Swedish electronic-based acts are gifted at is evoking a warmth that is normally absent from the icy cold genre. This is proven on Biker Boy's new EP, on which the title tracks bubbles along a jaunty pace with the narrator expressing his concern for his lover getting the wrong end of the stick. It is heavily influenced by the Pet Shop Boys, but it's not exactly Che Guevara set to a disco beat, and is more reminiscent of the British duo's more frothy moments. Not a bad thing at all. "Are you going to be the one?" adds as selection of synthesized strings to Biker Boy's palette and cumulatively is the most ballad-like track on this collection. "I was only joking" is a perfect song for the end of the summer. It's both euphoric and moody at the same time. The EP also features an excellent remix package courtesy of Le Sport, Vapnet, Bremen and Kalle J. Pick of the bunch is the Bremen remix which features beats and synths reminiscent of Audio Bullys.
- Nick Levine
Yes, Annika, I would. But you knew I was going to write that, didn't you? What can I say - I'm a sucker for hand claps. And smart, wry lyrics. And sparkling melodies. Which all feature in abundance on Hello Saferide's latest stellar effort. The opening track sees Annika quizzing a new beau, asking such important questions as 'Do you talk in the middle of Seinfeld? Have you slept with any people I work with?' In "Last bitter song", she promises, 'From now on, I'll write about flowers and butterflies/Chickens and kittens and shit' – before going on a brilliantly bitter tirade about some pretty boy and his new buxom bitch. 2006 delivers more of the straightforward pop we've come to expect from the Razzia Records darling, and track three, "The best night of your life", is a fantastically fun song about a crazy fancy dress party that makes me want to salsa meringue my way across the room in a penguin costume. The big surprise, however, comes with the final track, "Leaving you behind", for which the lovely girl-next-door is transformed into a sultry soulful crooner, singing a sad song about moving on. Oh Annika, I didn't know you had it in ya! Let it all out, sista! Again and again, ten times over.
- Stacey Shackford
Last year I was fortunate enough to hear Juni Järvi's self-released CDR "meanwhile", which I loved. The CDR gave me very high hope for future releases from Järvi and I'm so relieved that not only did he meet my expectations with his debut album, but he also surpassed them by making an album so good that I can't stop listening to it. Whereas last year's CDR was shooting off in various musical directions, Järvi (thankfully) seems to have found his niche on "meanwhile...". most of the songs are slow, lush and beautiful with absolutely gorgeous melodies. "Falling down like snow" is one of the best, sounding a bit like the theme song from "Twin Peaks"; an atmosphere that runs through a lot of the songs here. There are also some poppier Jens Lekman-esque tracks on the album, all being magnificent and they serve as a nice break from the slower, sadder songs. It's for albums like this I listen to music, I urge you to seek it out, sooner than later.
- Simon Tagestam
Klas comes across like a mix between Jesus & the mary Chain and an early Beck (or a not-as-quirky Adam Green) on this self-released CDR. It's Swedish, lo-fi, melodic and utterly charming. Apparently Klas didn't know when he recorded it that The Tough Alliance already have had the good taste to do a cover of 50 Cent's "many men", although Klas's fine ninety-six second version (with whistling and all!) sounds very different from TTA's rendition. There's definitely room out there for both covers. Four of the six songs on this CDR can be listened to/downloaded on myspace.com/klas1" target=_blank>Klas's myspace page - just one click away!
- Simon Tagestam
After delivering the spectacular debut "Drama", what does David Pagmar give us? Why young reader, he comes through with the first installment of proper new material. The first track on the EP, "1969", is in similar vein as his debut, but is much more fleshed out with horns fully complimenting the vocal melodies, as well as carrying his ideas to new heights. Now the second track is really where mr. Pagmar shows his wild side. "my girlfiend is in the Grand Prix finals" is a full-on dance assault, and I'm sure the IAT! DJs will be spinning this ridiculously catchy and fun track at Tack! Tack! Tack! for months to come, and it will be a massive hit. The third track "The pilot" begins with a slight Postal Service-sounding introduction, but quickly breaks into a mid-eighties michael Jackson meets KC and the Sunshine Band disco synth pop masterpiece with hooks abound. And the closing track, "The memoirs of a never doubting scientist," is a soft ballad, sung in the falsetto whisper we've all come to love. Overall, and maybe due in part to m/index.php?article=208">the fantastic interview, but mainly because of his great songwriting, I've found myself listening to this EP at least once a day for the past couple of weeks, and I'm looking forward to what comes our way next.
- Matt Giordano
I have totally fallen for the sweet charms of Britta Persson. How could I not? Her voice is simply stunning. Her lyrics tug at even the hardest heart strings. And have you seen that fringe? And her huge, oversized specs? Adorable! "Defrag my heart" was my guilty, girly geek anthem, so I was very excited to get my hands on a copy of a full-length album. It doesn't disappoint. You don't have to dig too deeply to unearth a few gems. In fact, all you have to do is press play, as the first track, "Winter song", is an immediate winner. It also happens to be the first single, selected through an online vote by fans and the subject of a fantastic video featuring the boys of Suburban Kids With Biblical Names. "You are not my boyfriend" is another stand-out track, and "Bellamy Straat Straat" comes a close third. The rest of the album is simple and sparse, with only the most subtle instrumental arrangements, allowing Britta's surprisingly sultry, soulful voice to shine through. And it ends with an absolutely gorgeous ethereal duet with collaborator Kristofer Åström. She describes the sound as "old fashioned and Nordic and also madonna, Fleetwood mac, Low, Natasha Bedingfield, but lo-fi." I'd just sum it up in one word: Beautiful.
- Stacey Shackford
Spotty Internet access here in the Silicon Valley (who woulda thought?) means no Thursday post. But I'm still on vacation, so you should be happy that you get anything at all. moving on to close out the week: IAT.mP3 netlabel artists Sonores and The Grand Opening both have new full-length albums. Both of course, are excellent. You'll have to wait a little while for TGO's record, but Sonores' "Elefanten" is out now. Download a new album track from the mp3 playlist and read an interview with mainman Jonas Odhner right here: m/index.php?article=216">[click here]
Sonores - That wish!
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Swedish synthpop act Kamera has a merastyle.com" target=_blank>new website and a new album coming in October.
Norwegian act I Was a King has ten new songs recorded, four done with Emil Nikolaisen (Serena maneesh) in Oslo and the rest with Petter Folkedal (Sgt. Petter) in Bergen. Listen to three songs from the latter session on myspace: myspace.com/iwasaking" target=_blank>https://www.myspace.com/iwasaking
The flipside track to the new The Fine Arts Showcase single "Danish light" is the song "modern love", the very first taste of what's to come from the new TFAS album "The Fine Arts Showcase Sings the Rough Bunnies" which is just that - an album-length tribute to the Swedish lofi indie act. Look for it to be released early next year.
Eirik from Kings of Convenience's new band Kommode is now on myspace: myspace.com/kommode" target=_blank>https://myspace.com/kommode
Check out the video for the latest single from The Knife, "Like a pen": https://video.google.co.uk/videoplay?docid=1770093121198081996
Biker Boy
Hello Saferide
Montt Mardié
Britta Persson