I was going to try and do an "
In a Nutshell" post for Solbakken, but it would have been a difficult read for pretty much anyone except its author. All five star ratings and impenetrable tangents of adjectives trying to convey just what it is that I love about them so dearly. So, here, I will try to put the aborted "In a Nutshell" in its own nutshell: they are dark, noisy, sometimes too slow to bare, catchy, complicated, heartfelt, sometimes too fast to bare, passionate and they sing about isolated, yet inexplicably human things. They are one of the most perfect bands to listen to in winter (maybe because their music is so warm, humane and coldly comforting — I don't know, honestly). I have discussed them and my history with them
here and
here and now that I've finally reacquired their full catalogue (for a second time!), I've decided to ditch the words and let the music do the talking. One of the best bands ever. Just wish more people knew who they were. In an effort to spread the word, here's my own version of the Best of Solbakken.
Tracklist:
Stream:
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Solbakken has been dormant (and presumably broken up) for almost a decade now. I've only been able to keep up with guitarist Empee Holwerda's post-Solbakken band Kanipchen-Fit (and it's very good, very Solbakken-ish). Their albums are exceedingly difficult to find, so this mix was partially made to provide a listening party for those who are unable to obtain them.
Enjoy. I certainly do.
~Austin
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