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What Makes It Go?

Komeda · 1998

37 min · 11 tracks · rock & roll

A whimsical blend of indie pop and rock, bursting with quirky melodies and playful instrumentation.

What Makes It Go? is an album by Komeda, released in 1998. A whimsical blend of indie pop and rock, bursting with quirky melodies and playful instrumentation. The album received notable attention in Sweden and helped establish Komeda as a key player in the indie pop movement of the late 90s. Critics highlighted its catchy hooks and innovative sound, contributing to the band's growing fanbase and influencing future Swedish pop acts. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does What Makes It Go? sound like?

A whimsical blend of indie pop and rock, bursting with quirky melodies and playful instrumentation. Rooted in rock & roll.

What makes What Makes It Go? by Komeda notable?

The album received notable attention in Sweden and helped establish Komeda as a key player in the indie pop movement of the late 90s. Critics highlighted its catchy hooks and innovative sound, contributing to the band's growing fanbase and influencing future Swedish pop acts. Released in 1998, 'What Makes It Go?' is Komeda's third album, following their widely praised release 'The Ruse' in 1996. At this point, the band was solidifying their identity within the Swedish indie pop scene, drawing influences from both American rock and European pop aesthetics.

How many songs are on What Makes It Go??

What Makes It Go? has 11 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.

Tracklist

11 tracks·37:10

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

  • 1 Binario Standout 3:32
  • 2 It's Alright, Baby Standout 2:52
  • 3 Curious 3:35
  • 4 Cul de Sac 4:44
  • 5 Living Things 1:31
  • 6 Flabbergast Standout 4:33
  • 7 Campfire 1:45
  • 8 Happyment 2:46
  • 9 Our Hospitality 2:42
  • 10 Focus 3:38
  • 11 A Simple Formality 5:28

Release Date

January 1, 1998

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Runtime

37 min 10 sec