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Ballader och oförskämdheter

Cornelis Vreeswijk · 1964

31 min · 13 tracks · blues · traditional folk music

A blend of poignant storytelling and whimsical humor, set against traditional folk melodies and bluesy undertones.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • whimsical storytelling with humor
  • steady pacing for casual listening
  • short tracks for quick enjoyment
  • suitable for reflective afternoons

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer long, immersive pieces
  • seek high-energy dance tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1964, 'Ballader och oförskämdheter' was Cornelis Vreeswijk's debut album, marking his entry into the Swedish music scene. At this point, Vreeswijk was establishing himself as a unique voice, blending folk traditions with personal narratives and social commentary.
Stylistic neighbors
Bert Jansch· Nick Drake· John Martyn

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Ballad på en soptipp 2:41
  • 2 Visa i vinden 2:46
  • 3 Halleluja, jag är frisk igen 1:41
  • 4 Lillsysterns undulat är död 1:30
  • 5 Ann-Katrin 3:25
  • 6 Häst-på-taket-William 2:03
  • 7 Tältet 2:19
  • 8 På grund av emigration 2:45
  • 9 Min polare Per 2:15
  • 10 Balladen om all kärleks lön 2:02
  • 11 Balladen om Fredrik Åkare 2:26
  • 12 Perfect Time Killer 2:33
  • 13 Vaggvisa 2:43

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