Why this album works
- Best for
- steady progression with emotional peaks haunting soundscapes for introspection evening solitude with reflective mood
- Context
- By the time 'Röd' was released in November 2009, Kent had established themselves as a leading force in Swedish rock music. This album marked their ninth studio release and followed their commercially successful album 'Tillbaka till samtiden' from 2007, continuing to showcase their evolution in sound and lyrical depth.
- If you like
- synth-pop
Röd is an album by Kent, released in 2009. A haunting blend of melancholic rock and ethereal synth-pop, underscored by introspective lyrics and atmospheric production. 'Röd' received widespread critical acclaim, reaching number one on the Swedish Albums Chart and solidifying Kent's position as one of Sweden's most significant bands. The album is noted for its exploration of darker themes and was pivotal in influencing the Swedish alternative music scene during its release period. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Röd sound like?
A haunting blend of melancholic rock and ethereal synth-pop, underscored by introspective lyrics and atmospheric production. Rooted in synth-pop.
What makes Röd by Kent notable?
'Röd' received widespread critical acclaim, reaching number one on the Swedish Albums Chart and solidifying Kent's position as one of Sweden's most significant bands. The album is noted for its exploration of darker themes and was pivotal in influencing the Swedish alternative music scene during its release period. By the time 'Röd' was released in November 2009, Kent had established themselves as a leading force in Swedish rock music. This album marked their ninth studio release and followed their commercially successful album 'Tillbaka till samtiden' from 2007, continuing to showcase their evolution in sound and lyrical depth.
Who is Röd for?
Röd works well if you're into steady progression with emotional peaks, haunting soundscapes for introspection and evening solitude with reflective mood.
How many songs are on Röd?
Röd has 11 tracks, running approximately 56 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 18:29-4 2:26
- 2 Taxmannen Standout 4:32
- 3 Krossa allt Standout 4:48
- 4 Hjärta Standout 5:34
- 5 Sjukhus 6:17
- 6 Vals för satan (din vän pessimisten) 6:47
- 7 Idioter 4:12
- 8 Svarta linjer 4:29
- 9 Ensamheten 5:46
- 10 Töntarna 4:40
- 11 Det finns inga ord 6:59
Learn More
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.
