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En himmelsk drog

Kent · 2000

11 min · 3 tracks · rock music

Ethereal synths weave through rock instrumentation, creating a soundscape both uplifting and melancholic in its exploration of longing and hope.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    En himmelsk drog — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of yearning and escapism, featuring a haunting melody that lingers long after listening.
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    Noll — This track combines driving rhythms with poignant lyrics that reflect on identity and existence, showcasing the band's lyrical depth.
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    Om gyllene år — With its nostalgic tone, this song explores memories of better times, illustrating Kent's ability to evoke emotion through sound and story.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

51 /100
Foothills
Higher than 34% of albums we've rated

The album blends ethereal synths with rock elements, showcasing strong melodies but with some uneven execution.

What we noticed

  • The title track opens with a slow build of layered synths that gradually introduce guitar and drums, creating a rich soundscape.
  • Each song features a distinct melodic hook that is repeated throughout, reinforcing the themes of longing and hope.
  • The final track shifts to a more subdued arrangement, stripping back instrumentation to focus on vocal delivery and lyrical content.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. 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.

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — Solidified Kent's status in the Swedish music scene after previous success.
Themes
Swedish rock evolution· nostalgic longing· desire for escape
Career context
Released as Kent's fourth studio album, En himmelsk drog arrived after the band's significant commercial success with their previous album, Isola. At this point in their career, they had established themselves as a leading force in Swedish rock and pop, blending accessible melodies with introspective lyrics.
Stylistic neighbors
The National· Interpol· M83
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Tracklist

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

  • 1 En himmelsk drog 4:06
  • 2 Noll 4:32
  • 3 Om gyllene år 2:39

What to play next

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Hagnesta Hill

1999

This album sets the stage with a similar blend of synths and rock instrumentation.
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