Jag är inte rädd för mörkret
Kent · 2012
45 min · 10 tracks · rock music
A haunting blend of rock and synth-pop, enveloping listeners in atmospheric soundscapes and introspective lyrics.
Top tracks — play these first
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999 Start here — Opening the album with a brooding atmosphere, this track sets the tone with its ethereal synths and contemplative lyrics about existential dread.
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Isis & Bast — This song blends mythological references with a driving beat, showcasing the band's ability to fuse storytelling with infectious melodies.
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Beredd på allt — A standout track that encapsulates the album's themes of uncertainty and resilience through its dynamic instrumentation and poignant lyrics.
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Färger på natten — With a more upbeat tempo, this track contrasts darker themes with an uplifting sound, representing a pivotal moment of hope on the record.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines atmospheric rock and synth-pop with introspective lyrics, creating a cohesive and engaging listening experience.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a slow build in '999', layering synths and guitars before introducing vocals, setting a moody tone.
- Tracks often feature extended instrumental sections that create atmospheric soundscapes, particularly in 'Färger på natten'.
- Lyrical themes of introspection and existentialism are prevalent, with many songs featuring repeated phrases that enhance their emotional weight.
- The final track, 'Hänsyn', concludes with a gradual fade-out, leaving a lingering sense of unresolved tension.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo introspection
- haunting atmosphere for reflection
- melancholic soundscapes for solitude
- consistent flow throughout listening
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced excitement
- seek upbeat party anthems
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Final studio album showcasing continued artistic depth before disbandment.
- Themes
- mythical existentialism· darkness and longing· Swedish melancholy
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2012, this album marked Kent's final studio effort before their disbandment. By this time, the band had already established themselves as one of Sweden's most influential rock acts, following their commercial peak with 'Röd' in 2009. 'Jag är inte rädd för mörkret' represents a reflective chapter in their career, showcasing a mature sound that bridges their earlier rock roots with electronic influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The National· Interpol· M83
Tracklist
- 1 999 Start here 6:53
- 2 Petroleum 4:03
- 3 Isis & Bast 4:15
- 4 Jag ser dig 5:36
- 5 Tänd på 4:44
- 6 Beredd på allt 4:35
- 7 Ruta 1 4:14
- 8 Färger på natten 4:04
- 9 Låt dom komma 3:59
- 10 Hänsyn 3:33
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Silent Shout
The Knife
Shares haunting synths and introspective themes of darkness and emotional depth.
Hurry Up, We're Dreaming
M83
Combines melancholic synth textures with rock elements, exploring themes of longing and nostalgia.
Wounded Rhymes
Lykke Li
Delivers a similar blend of dark, introspective lyrics with a haunting and atmospheric sound.
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