Some incredible folk artists have been emerging from Sweden during the last few years. Idiot Wind is the pseudonym of singer-songwriter Amanda Bergman. She's married to Kristian Matsson aka Tallest Man On Earth, and without drawing too many comparisons to their styles; they most definitely share a skill in writing original songs that ... Continue reading
By Jimmy Blake The 2012 Hop Farm Festival takes place June 29th - July 1st, at Paddock Wood, Kent ( webstie / tickets ). Last year's Hop Farm Festival was described as like being in your Mum’s back garden. This is a fairly accurate description of what to expect from this year’s soirée, that is if your Mum’s garden resembles the rolling Kent countryside and she got some musical legends over for a BBQ. The most striking resemblance to home for over [...]
The Tallest Man on Earth's latest album, There's No Leaving Now , is honest, genuine and all-around a great bit of folk music. Join Chuck and Deuce as they take a look at the inner workings of the album, try to discern meaning from its lyrics, and discuss if The Tallest Man on Earth is really anything more than a "Swedish Bob Dylan." There's No Leaving Now is available NOW.
After opening for Bon Iver in 2008, Kristian Matsson garnered countless comparisons to Bob Dylan because of his folky wanderlust and romantic, husky crooning. Matsson’s last release, The Wild Hunt , built the foundation of his music around his potentially abrasive vocals, allowing his lyrics to shine through. There’s No Leaving Now , his third album as The Tallest Man On Earth , is hardly a departure [...]
Folk lovers rejoice in the return of Tallest Man on Earth (aka Swedish Bob Dylan). Earlier today, the singer-songwriter released a new song titled "19043 via Rolling Stone . This song reaffirms the praise Kristian has already received for his songwriting prowess. The guitar is simple and the vocals are gritty, but the summation of it all evokes emotions in a way that not many songs do these days. It's honestly genuine and I couldn't be more excited to hear the rest of the upcoming album, There's No Leaving Now , set to be released June [...]
It's good to have Tallest Man on Earth back again, not that he's really been gone, but you know what I mean. Rolling Stone posted this great new track, "19043 from the songwriter today, and it's exactly what you want from the man we fondly refer to as the Swedish Bob Dylan . There's No Leaving Now is the title of the new record, set for release on June 12th on Dead Oceans . There's a little bit of a change [...]
Listen below to The Tallest Man On Earth 's Record Store Day exclusive release, a cover of Paul Simon 's "Graceland" . The Swedish singer/songwriter returns with a limited 123 Record Store Day release of his single, "King of Spain" off of his second full-length, 20102s "The Wild Hunt" , the b-side of which is a cover of the Paul Simon staple, "Graceland" , originally off of his 1986 album of the same name. The cover was originally recorded in 2010, but [...]
Our favourite Swedish folk singer, indie heart-throb, THE TALLEST MAN ON EARTH aka Kristian Matsson has announced a new album in the works- There’s No Leaving Now . His debut, Shallow Grave in 2008 followed by 2010’s The Wild Hunt were widely acclaimed. He’s got the quiet folk sound down. He understands how to write a pretty little folk tune, and he knows how to make the girls swoon. His voice is rich and textured. Fun fact is that he records vocals and guitar at [...]
Click image to download more songs by this artist Sounds like: Bon Iver, Tallest Man On Earth, Bob Dylan, Neil Young "Fleet Foxes - Sim Sala Bim " What's so good? With Occupy Wall Street protestors marching underneath the famous marquee this past weekend, Fleet Foxes filled the Chicago Theatre for two sold-out shows Friday and Saturday evenings. On their last visit to [...]
Click image to download track Sounds like: Fruit Bats, Sonny and the Sunsets, Tallest Man On Earth "The Moondoggies - You Ain't Going Nowhere (Bob Dylan Cover)" What's so good? Bob Dylan covers often strike me as a win-win situation. There are, really, few greater song writers than the Bob - win one. And there are, particularly in recent years, few more, mmm, interesting singing [...]
With the warmer weather here – there will be plenty of quality time spent tipping a few on front porches back decks and roof tops. Nothing like a fitting soundtrack to compliment those moments. Hopefully – each Friday we can provide you with something new to throw in the ol’ iPod. This week we feature The Tallest Man On Earth . Sweden's Kristian Matsson aka The Tallest Man On Earth has often been compared to Bob Dylan with his charismatic raw vocals and indie folk sensibility. Personally - we think he's a [...]
Click image to download more songs by this artist Sounds like: Bob Dylan, Bon Iver, Fleet Foxes "The Tallest Man On Earth - Weather of a Killing Kind" What's so good? I think Bob Dylan lovers can all get on board with The Tallest Man On Earth with little to no hesitation. With a growl in his voice and passion in his lyrics, Kristian Matsson [...]
Tweet This guy knows how to pull at those heartstrings. Maybe it's a combination of certain things going on in my personal life right now, but The Tallest Man On Earth is the kinda music that accompanies it well first thing in the morning . I've said this before but what he does isn't anything groundbreaking, but what he does do he does it extremely well, and that's hopeful, mournful, poetic, joyous, somber, pining Indie-Folk balladry. His last album [...]
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Tweet New music from The Tallest Man On Earth = old music from The Tallest Man On Earth. Any music from The Tallest Man On Earth = AWESOME! I'm fine with not saying anything else and leaving the post here, but I'll give you a little back-story. Back in 2006 when Kristian Matsson was but a lad he released a self-titled EP, a swirling, soaring Indie-Folk strum-along, harnessing the early years of Bob Dylan but without the political slant. Another [...]
When is a cover song better than the original? Only you can decide. This week The Tallest Man On Earth takes on Bob Dylan's "I Want You." MAGNET’s Ryan Burleson pulls the pin. Take cover! Forty-five years ago this month, Bob Dylan released sprawling double-album Blonde On Blonde, a collection so striking that its folk- and [...]
Click image to download full album Sounds like: Bob Dylan, Bon Iver, Fleet Foxes "The Tallest Man on Earth - Little River" What's so good? If you’re like me, you haven’t heard much exciting folk music in the last few years. Despite the recent emergence of songwriters like Justin Vernon (Bon Iver) and Robin Pecknold (Fleet Foxes), it often seems like a mere handful of contemporary artists truly display the same amount of earthiness and [...]
On May 27, 1963 Bob Dylan released his second studio LP, The Freewheelin’ Bob Dylan , to much critical acclaim. Opening track “Blowin’ In The Wind” would go on to become the hippie national anthem and the most influential protest song ever written. Freewheelin’ spawned four other singles, and was eventually chosen as one of fifty albums to be added to the Library of Congress’ National Recording Registry. Blowin' In The Wind - Bob Dylan Since [...]
Click image to download full album Sounds like: Tallest Man on Earth, Bob Dylan, Dan Bern "Joe Pug - Hymn #101" What's so good? When you hear that a musician is an “old soul,” what comes to mind? Do you picture someone singing about their rambling travels? Do they tell poetic stories of the harsh roads taken and the lessons learned? Perhaps it’s a callous voice that sounds as if its owner smoked a pack a day for [...]
The Tallest Man on Earth – The Wild Hunt. Download “Burden of Tomorrow” (mp3). Download “King of Spain” (mp3). The Tallest Man on Earth is the sardonic musical name of five-foot-seven-inch Kristian Matsson. He has a raspy voice, sings songs with beguiling melodies and refined lyrics, and picks and strums with verve. Both The Wind Hunt and Sometimes the Blues is Just a Passing Bird are each the most consistently relishable albums of the year. Quasi – American Gong. Download “Repulsion” (mp3). Download “Laissez Les Bon Temps Rouler” (mp3). Quasi is Sam Coomey on guitars and vocals supported by Joanna [...]
If there is one artist who I’ve been meaning to write about for quite some time, it’s The Tallest Man on Earth. Commonly compared to Bob Dylan as a result of his raw vocals and poetic lyrics, Kristian Matsson, the man behind The Tallest Man On Earth is one of my favorite artists of the year. Despite being blogged and reviewed time and time again, there is little information on this talented Swed who would like nothing more than to be to be King of Spain. That’s right, the King of Spain, and you’ll want to [...]
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