Om Bobbo Viking
Magnus Uggla · 1975
32 min · 10 tracks · rock music
A playful blend of rock and satire that captures the essence of 1970s Swedish pop culture.
Why this album works
The album is significant for its satirical take on Swedish culture and lifestyle, resonating with audiences during a time of social change. It helped establish Uggla's reputation as a provocateur and contributed to the development of the rock genre in Sweden, paving the way for future artists who blended humor and political commentary in their music.
- Best for
- playful satirical storytelling steady mid-tempo enjoyment short bursts of fun
- Context
- Released as Magnus Uggla's debut album in 1975, 'Om Bobbo Viking' introduced him as a distinctive voice in Swedish rock music. At this point, Uggla was still emerging from his early career phase, transitioning from a background in theater to a solo music artist.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Cardigans· ABBA· Roxette· Robyn· Kent· Carola Häggkvist· Kikki Danielsson· Per Gessle
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Hallå 3:10
- 2 Mrs Space Standout 3:07
- 3 John Silver 2:32
- 4 Rock'n'roll Revolution Standout 3:48
- 5 Riddarna av mörkret 3:55
- 6 Bobbo viking Standout 2:25
- 7 Flens rock 2:48
- 8 Okänd värld 3:21
- 9 Raggarna 3:15
- 10 Starlet 4:12
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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