Linnéas fina visor
Cornelis Vreeswijk · 1973
36 min · 12 tracks · blues
A whimsical blend of folk melodies and bluesy storytelling, weaving together narratives with playful charm and poignant reflection.
Top tracks — play these first
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En vacker visa till Linnéa Start here — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its tender melody and heartfelt lyrics dedicated to a muse, showcasing Vreeswijk's signature poetic style.
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Balladen om bonden och djävulen — A narrative-driven song that combines humor and depth, it reflects Vreeswijk's ability to tackle complex themes through accessible storytelling.
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Till Linnéa via Leonard Cohen — This track exemplifies Vreeswijk's intertextual approach, infusing elements of Cohen's influence while maintaining a distinctively Swedish voice.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- whimsical storytelling with charm
- steady pace for relaxed listening
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- morning coffee soundtrack
- playful melodies for lighthearted mood
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of high-energy music
- prefer long, complex compositions
Where this album fits
- Themes
- Swedish folk charm· poetic storytelling· Linnéa's muse
- Career context
- Released in 1973, Linnéas fina visor was Cornelis Vreeswijk's sixth studio album, following the successful release of his previous album, Hemlös. At this point in his career, Vreeswijk was solidifying his reputation as a prominent figure in Swedish folk music, known for his unique lyrical style and ability to fuse various musical influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bert Jansch· Nick Drake· John Martyn
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Balladen om bonden och djävulen
A shift occurs when the farmer directly confronts temptation, altering the narrative’s flow from passive observation to active engagement.
This moment elevates the story by transforming the farmer into an active participant in his fate, deepening the moral complexity of the tale.
Tracklist
- 1 En vacker visa till Linnéa Start here 1:26
- 2 Alices snaps 3:52
- 3 Till Mtukwa Rosa Lind 2:30
- 4 Linnéa i galopp 2:47
- 5 Bakvända visan 1973 2:46
- 6 Silas’ kalas 5:10
- 7 Ofelia plockar krasse 3:48
- 8 Polaren Pär vid morgonstädningen 2:00
- 9 Till Linnéa via Leonard Cohen 2:58
- 10 Linnéas morgonpsalm 1:26
- 11 Balladen om bonden och djävulen 4:31
- 12 Blues för Ann Katarin 3:15
If this landed
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