Colonia cover

Colonia

A Camp · 2009

43 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock

A Camp's 'Colonia' blends wistful melodies with introspective lyrics, encapsulating a bittersweet nostalgia.

Why this album works

'Colonia' received positive reviews upon release, particularly for its lyrical depth and production quality. It marked a return for Nina Persson to the music scene after years of focusing on her other band, The Cardigans, and helped solidify A Camp's place in the alternative rock genre.
Best for
steady, consistent energy levels gradual builds and payoffs introspective reflective moments
Context
Released as the second album from A Camp, 'Colonia' followed their self-titled debut in 2001. After an extended hiatus, lead singer Nina Persson returned with this project, showcasing her distinctive songwriting and vocal prowess while exploring themes of love and identity.
Stylistic neighbors
Splean· Bi-2· Blur

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Crowning 3:45
  • 2 Stronger Than Jesus Standout 3:04
  • 3 Bear on the Beach Standout 4:10
  • 4 Love Has Left the Room Standout 3:38
  • 5 Golden Teeth and Silver Medals 4:41
  • 6 Here Are Many Wild Animals 3:52
  • 7 Chinatown 4:32
  • 8 My America 3:12
  • 9 Eau de Colonia 0:28
  • 10 I Signed the Line 2:56
  • 11 It's Not Easy to Be Human 2:34
  • 12 The Weed Had Got There First 6:38

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata