Is Då som nu för alltid a good place to start with Kent?

Yes, Då som nu för alltid is recommended as a starting point for new Kent listeners. A melancholic blend of rock and synth-pop that weaves introspective lyrics over expansive soundscapes. Då som nu för alltid marks Kent's final studio album, released after a prolific career that spanned over two decades. By this point, the band had already established themselves as one of Sweden's most influential bands, following their breakthrough with Hagnesta Hill in 1999. This album serves as both a culmination of their sound and a reflective farewell to their fans.

Who is Då som nu för alltid for?

Då som nu för alltid works well if you're into steady emotional exploration throughout, nostalgic reflections on relationships and immersive journey through soundscapes.

How many songs are on Då som nu för alltid?

Då som nu för alltid has 11 tracks, running approximately 53 minutes.

Released 10 years ago

Då som nu för alltid

Kent · 2016

53 min · 11 tracks · rock music

A melancholic blend of rock and synth-pop that weaves introspective lyrics over expansive soundscapes.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Andromeda Start here — Opening with soaring synths and contemplative lyrics, this track sets the tone for the entire album, blending nostalgia with hope.
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Tennsoldater — This song features powerful imagery and a driving melody, encapsulating themes of struggle and resilience that resonate throughout the album.
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Vi är inte längre där — The poignant reflections in this track highlight a shift in perspective, making it one of the most emotionally impactful moments on the record.
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Falska profeter — With its haunting melodies and incisive lyrics, this track critiques societal norms and adds a layer of depth to the overall narrative of the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

59 /100

Treeline

Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The album combines introspective lyrics with expansive soundscapes, showcasing Kent's mature songwriting and production.

What we noticed

The first half of the album features a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and dynamics.
Several tracks incorporate layered synths that create expansive soundscapes, contrasting with the more straightforward rock instrumentation.
The lyrics are introspective and often explore themes of nostalgia and loss, which are reflected in the melancholic melodies.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady emotional exploration throughout
nostalgic reflections on relationships
immersive journey through soundscapes
headphone detail in quiet moments

Maybe skip if you

seeking fast-paced excitement
prefer standalone hit tracks

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Late Career Highlight — Final studio album showcasing continued artistic vitality and popularity.
Themes: Swedish nostalgia· societal critique· farewell reflections
Career context: Då som nu för alltid marks Kent's final studio album, released after a prolific career that spanned over two decades. By this point, the band had already established themselves as one of Sweden's most influential bands, following their breakthrough with Hagnesta Hill in 1999. This album serves as both a culmination of their sound and a reflective farewell to their fans.
Stylistic neighbors: The National· Interpol· M83