Kickar
Imperiet · 1990
64 min · 17 tracks · alternative rock
A vibrant blend of alternative rock and pop, infused with punk energy and Swedish lyrical wit.
Top tracks — play these first
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Vad pojkar vill ha — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its catchy melody and sharp commentary on societal expectations surrounding masculinity.
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Du ska va president — The song critiques political aspirations with biting irony, showcasing the band's ability to blend humor with serious topics effectively.
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Rock 'n Roll är död — This track offers a raw take on the state of rock music, encapsulating the band's punk ethos while reflecting their experimental sound.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Kickar combines punk energy with thoughtful lyrics, showcasing a strong compositional voice despite some uneven pacing.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album maintains a fast tempo with driving rhythms, while the second half introduces slower, more reflective tracks.
- Several tracks feature abrupt transitions between sections, creating a sense of urgency and unpredictability.
- Lyrically, the album employs clever wordplay and social commentary, often shifting perspectives within individual songs.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Fred
The chorus boldly contrasts ideals of peace with harsh realities, using repetition to emphasize disillusionment.
This structural choice amplifies the song's thematic tension by juxtaposing hopeful rhetoric against a backdrop of cynicism.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Vad pojkar vill ha 4:52
- 2 Alltid attack 3:11
- 3 Felrättsnettheltfelrättsnett 3:01
- 4 Alltid rött - alltid rätt 3:16
- 5 Du ska va president 4:16
- 6 Fred 5:03
- 7 Min maskin 3:46
- 8 Kom kom 3:42
- 9 Var é vargen 4:18
- 10 Saker som hon gör... 4:57
- 11 19hundra80sju 3:12
- 12 Rock 'n Roll är död 3:47
- 13 Golva mig 3:52
- 14 Vad tror du hon vill ha 2:44
- 15 Afrika 2:48
- 16 Den nya dansmusiken 4:13
- 17 De e' inget under 3:52
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