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The Sound of Umeå Indie

“The Sound of Umeå Indie” is a deep dive into the diverse indie scene rooted in northern Sweden. This playlist brings together everything from lo-fi introspection and frosty post-punk to experimental rock and dreamy synth-pop, all tied together by the unmistakable DIY spirit of Umeå. Tracks like “Öronbarn” by Duschpalatset and “Grisarnas År” by Det Jordiska showcase this region’s taste for gritty textures and emotionally raw songwriting, while artists like Jakob Algesten and Olov Antonsson highlight the singer-songwriter tradition with atmospheric folk influences.

There’s also space here for noisier acts like The (International) Noise Conspiracy and the psych-tinged “Vessel” by Spice Boys, as well as genre-bending moments courtesy of acts like Mi von Ahn and Fungus Hill. Whether you're into subtle Swedish-language poetry or crunchier alternative sounds, this collection maps out the independent pulse of Umeå—from introspective bedroom recordings to expansive, stage-ready anthems.

Jakob Algesten 4 tracks
Honungsvägen 3 tracks
Eterkropp 3 tracks
Isolation Years 3 tracks
Alexander Juneblad 3 tracks
Sekunderna 3 tracks
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