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The Genius of Komeda

Komeda · 1996

39 min · 12 tracks · rock & roll

A playful blend of rock and roll with whimsical pop sensibilities and quirky instrumentation.

The Genius of Komeda is an album by Komeda, released in 1996. A playful blend of rock and roll with whimsical pop sensibilities and quirky instrumentation. This album helped establish Komeda as a unique voice in Swedish rock, influencing the pop and indie scenes that followed. Its reception included positive reviews from critics, praising its inventive arrangements and catchy hooks, contributing to its lasting legacy within the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Genius of Komeda sound like?

A playful blend of rock and roll with whimsical pop sensibilities and quirky instrumentation. Rooted in rock & roll.

What makes The Genius of Komeda by Komeda notable?

This album helped establish Komeda as a unique voice in Swedish rock, influencing the pop and indie scenes that followed. Its reception included positive reviews from critics, praising its inventive arrangements and catchy hooks, contributing to its lasting legacy within the genre. Released in 1996, 'The Genius of Komeda' was Komeda's first studio album after their acclaimed EP 'Here Comes Komeda.' At this point, the band was solidifying their distinctive sound, marked by catchy melodies and a flair for the theatrical, which set them apart in the Swedish music scene.

How many songs are on The Genius of Komeda?

The Genius of Komeda has 12 tracks, running approximately 39 minutes.

Tracklist

12 tracks·39:11

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

  • 1 More Is More Standout 4:32
  • 2 Fire Standout 6:12
  • 3 Rocket Plane (Music on the Moon) Standout 3:30
  • 4 Boogie Woogie/Rock'n'Roll 1:59
  • 5 Disko 5:15
  • 6 Top Star 2:44
  • 7 Light o' My Life 2:34
  • 8 If 1:52
  • 9 Frolic 3:44
  • 10 In Orbit 0:26
  • 11 Arbogast 2:42
  • 12 New New No 3:36

Release Date

January 1, 1996

Genre

Runtime

39 min 11 sec