Soft Machine cover

Soft Machine

Teddybears · 2006

48 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock

An eclectic fusion of rock, reggae, and electronic elements creates a vibrant auditory landscape throughout the album.

Why this album works

The album features the hit single 'Cobrastyle,' which gained significant popularity and contributed to the band's recognition beyond Sweden. Its blend of styles helped define a crossover sound that influenced the Swedish pop scene and garnered attention from international audiences, leading to chart success in various countries.
Best for
vibrant auditory exploration short, engaging tracks varied pacing and moods
Context
By 2006, Teddybears had transitioned from their earlier punk roots into a more genre-blending sound, marking this as their third studio album. Building on the momentum of their previous releases, 'Soft Machine' showcased collaborations with high-profile artists, reflecting the band's shift towards mainstream appeal while maintaining their experimental edge.
Stylistic neighbors
Splean· Bi-2· Blur

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Intro 0:25
  • 2 Different Sound (feat. Malte) 3:24
  • 3 Cobrastyle (feat. Mad Cobra) Standout 2:59
  • 4 Yours to Keep (feat. Neneh Cherry) Standout 3:51
  • 5 Are You Feelin' It (feat. Elephant Man) 3:20
  • 6 Black Belt 3:47
  • 7 Punkrocker (feat. Iggy Pop) Standout 4:07
  • 8 Aheand of My Time (feat. Daddy Boastin') 4:10
  • 9 Automatic Lover 3:20
  • 10 Magic Kraut 3:40
  • 11 Little Stereo (feat. Daddy Boastin') 3:05
  • 12 Riot Going On (feat. Ebbot Lindberg) 4:16
  • 13 Alma 4:56
  • 14 Yours to Keep (feat. Paola) 3:14

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