What does Vildhallon sound like?

A whimsical blend of folk and blues, infused with sharp wit and poetic storytelling that captures the essence of Swedish culture. Rooted in blues and traditional folk music. Start with "Vildhallon (Första brevet till Mäster Sändh)".

Is Vildhallon a good place to start with Cornelis Vreeswijk?

Yes, Vildhallon is recommended as a starting point for new Cornelis Vreeswijk listeners. A whimsical blend of folk and blues, infused with sharp wit and poetic storytelling that captures the essence of Swedish culture. Released in 1979, Vildhallon marked Cornelis Vreeswijk's continued evolution as a leading voice in Swedish folk music following his breakthrough in the late 1960s. By this time, he had already established a reputation for his lyrical depth and social commentary, making this album a significant addition to his discography.

Who is Vildhallon for?

Vildhallon works well if you're into wave-like pacing with peaks, storytelling woven into melodies and social commentary through lyrics.

How many songs are on Vildhallon?

Vildhallon has 14 tracks, running approximately 49 minutes.

Vildhallon

Cornelis Vreeswijk · 1979

49 min · 14 tracks · blues

A whimsical blend of folk and blues, infused with sharp wit and poetic storytelling that captures the essence of Swedish culture.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Vildhallon (Första brevet till Mäster Sändh) Start here — The title track encapsulates the album's playful spirit while addressing complex themes of love and longing through vivid imagery and clever wordplay.
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Balladen om den nya äktenskapslagen — This track cleverly critiques societal norms regarding marriage laws in Sweden, combining humor with poignant social commentary that showcases Vreeswijk's lyrical prowess.
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Christiania — A reflective piece that paints a vivid picture of life in Christiania, it combines personal narrative with broader cultural observations, demonstrating Vreeswijk's storytelling skills.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

wave-like pacing with peaks
storytelling woven into melodies
social commentary through lyrics
engaging narratives for reflection
playful moments mixed with depth

Maybe skip if you

seeking instant gratification
prefer standalone tracks only

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Critical Peak — Vildhallon solidified Vreeswijk's status with its engaging narratives and unique style.
Themes: Swedish cultural critique· Christiania life· whimsical love stories
Career context: Released in 1979, Vildhallon marked Cornelis Vreeswijk's continued evolution as a leading voice in Swedish folk music following his breakthrough in the late 1960s. By this time, he had already established a reputation for his lyrical depth and social commentary, making this album a significant addition to his discography.
Stylistic neighbors: Bert Jansch· Nick Drake· John Martyn