747
Kent · 1998
16 min · 4 tracks · rock music
A blend of soaring melodies and introspective lyrics wrapped in lush synth-pop arrangements and rock sensibilities.
Top tracks — play these first
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747 (version) — This track's expansive arrangement exemplifies Kent's ability to merge atmospheric synths with rock elements, creating an immersive listening experience.
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Elever — With its catchy chorus and driving beat, 'Elever' stands out as a quintessential example of Kent's signature blend of pop hooks and thoughtful lyrics.
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Din skugga — This song features poignant lyrical themes paired with a haunting melody, showcasing the band's lyrical depth and emotional resonance.
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — '747' solidified Kent's status in the Swedish music scene after their previous successes.
- Themes
- Swedish music scene· emotional resonance· polished pop-rock evolution
- Career context
- In 1998, Kent was solidifying their place in the Swedish music scene with '747', following the success of their previous album 'Isola'. This release marked a continuation of their evolution as they began to incorporate more electronic elements into their sound, showcasing their growing artistic ambition.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The National· Interpol· M83
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 747 (version)
- 2 Elever 4:46
- 3 Din skugga 4:06
- 4 747 7:48
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Gran Turismo
The Cardigans
Both share a polished pop-rock sound with introspective lyrics and anthemic choruses.
Frengers
Mew
Features a blend of rock and lush synths, maintaining emotional depth and melodic hooks.
Joyride
Roxette
Combines vibrant rock energy with catchy pop melodies, echoing the anthemic spirit of '747'.
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