Visor, svarta och röda
Cornelis Vreeswijk · 1972
32 min · 12 tracks · blues · traditional folk music
A rich tapestry of traditional folk and blues, enveloping listeners in storytelling and melodic charm.
Why this album works
Visor, svarta och röda is significant for its cultural impact within Sweden, where it resonated with the countercultural movements of the time. The album's blending of traditional themes with modern sensibilities helped solidify Vreeswijk's reputation as a key figure in Swedish folk music, influencing countless artists that followed.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo storytelling flow melodic charm for casual listening engaging narratives for reflective moments
- Context
- By 1972, Cornelis Vreeswijk was already an established figure in the Swedish music scene, having released several albums since his debut in 1964. This album came during a prolific phase for him, following the commercial success of 'Ballader och oförskämdheter' (1971), showcasing his unique blend of folk and blues influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Frank Zappa· Chicago· Tom Waits· Bette Midler· Bobby Darin· Steely Dan· Lalo Schifrin· Blood, Sweat & Tears
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Staffan var en stalledräng Standout 3:00
- 2 Helena (She's An Easy Rider) Standout 3:21
- 3 Desertören (Le déserteur) 2:40
- 4 Till herr Andersson 3:18
- 5 Djävulens sång (Le Gorille) Standout 2:21
- 6 Ulla Winblad 1:36
- 7 Menuett på Haga (Polka du roi) 3:03
- 8 Jack uppskäraren 3:29
- 9 Jenny Jansson (Jenny Jenkins) 2:22
- 10 The Establishment 2:23
- 11 Avanti Popolo 1:57
- 12 Vaggvisa för Bim, Cornelis och alla andra människor på jorden 2:44
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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