What makes Vila vid denna källa by Fred Åkerström notable?

This album is significant for its role in popularizing Swedish folk music during the 1970s and received critical acclaim for its lyrical depth and musical arrangements. It helped Åkerström garner a wider audience and influenced subsequent generations of Swedish musicians focused on folk traditions. Released in 1977, Vila vid denna källa marked Fred Åkerström's transition into a more introspective phase of his career. Following his previous acclaimed works, this album solidified his status as a leading figure in the Swedish folk music revival, showcasing his ability to weave narratives that resonate deeply with cultural identity.

Who is Vila vid denna källa for?

Vila vid denna källa works well if you're into poignant storytelling with emotion, steady progression towards climax and reflective moments of solitude.

How many songs are on Vila vid denna källa?

Vila vid denna källa has 9 tracks, running approximately 43 minutes.

Vila vid denna källa

Fred Åkerström · 1977

43 min · 9 tracks

A blend of traditional Swedish folk melodies and poetic storytelling delivered through Åkerström's rich baritone voice.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Vila vid denna källa — The title track encapsulates the album’s themes of reflection and connection to nature, featuring haunting melodies that linger long after the song ends.
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Stolta stad — This track contrasts urban life with rural longing, highlighting Åkerström's skill at blending personal narrative with broader social commentary through evocative imagery.
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Fader Movitz, bror — With its memorable melody and storytelling, this song illustrates familial bonds while also invoking the rich tradition of Swedish folk tales.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

poignant storytelling with emotion
steady progression towards climax
reflective moments of solitude
thoughtful background for contemplation

Maybe skip if you

seekers of instant gratification
prefer upbeat dance tracks

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 1977, Vila vid denna källa marked Fred Åkerström's transition into a more introspective phase of his career. Following his previous acclaimed works, this album solidified his status as a leading figure in the Swedish folk music revival, showcasing his ability to weave narratives that resonate deeply with cultural identity.
Stylistic neighbors: Cornelis Vreeswijk· Evert Taube· Benny Andersson

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Tracklist

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

1 Käraste bröder, systrar och vänner (Ep. 9) 3:41
2 Vila vid denna källa (Ep. 82) 8:57
3 Fader Movitz, bror (Ep. 67) 3:08
4 Värm mer öl och bröd (Ep. 43) 3:23
5 Tjänare, Mollberg, hur är det fatt (Ep. 45) 3:48
6 Stolta stad (Ep. 33) 7:52
7 Movitz helt allena (Ep. 44) 4:29
8 Se Movitz, vi står du och gråter (Ep. 31) 5:06
9 Gubben är gammal, urverket dras (Ep. 27) 3:03

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