Peace will be back Swedish alternative country band Gravy Train returns with “Drones & aeroplanes”, a song about war and peace with holiday themes that bring to mind classics like Chris Rea’s “Driving Home for Christmas” and Bright Eye’s version of “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas”. Reflecting on the…

Confronting the wounds Swedish rap artist Xersize releases “Scars”, a heartfelt, revealing track about his mental health issues. With sincere lyrics and an emotional beat, the track’s sound can be reminiscent of the style of NF’s “Trauma”. “The song is about struggling with your inner demons”, Xersize confesses, discussing his creative…

A love out of this world Swedish singer-songwriter An Echoic releases “Take me with you to outer space”, a slow tempo, love song about a special someone. With an etheric atmosphere and warm vocals, the song’s calm sound is reminiscent of the style of bands like Broken Bells and Cigarettes…

Artwork by Gustaf Mårdh.

Death Behind a Love Song Gothenburg-based singer-songwriter Titus Drott releases his most personal single to date. With a sound that reminds of Ed Sheeran’s most intimate acoustic works, "Leaving With You" gives the impression of being a romantic song. But on a closer listen, the narrator is actually coming to…

Searching for a silver lining in life Swedish indie rock band Koala Bar releases their third album “Ingest ≈ Digest”, a versatile project with a reminiscent sound to artists like Angus & Julia Stone, Fleet Foxes and Phoebe Bridgers. The album’s initial concept, described by band members as “some feeling…