Swedish vocals, spoken word
International relevance: *
Consider this a peripheral inclusion, as it's in fact rather low on progg content. It still might interest the occasional reader as it features the great talent of Bernt Rosengren. And one of Rosengren's tracks, ”Tortyr” (=”torture”), is in fact an excellent free jazz blast. Unfortunately it's tainted by a poem recital, but that's actually the theme of the album: It's all centered around the works of poet Per E. Rundquist, some with a clear anti-war and anti-fascist stance, so lots of spoken word here.
On the other hand, you also get the wonderful voice of Swedish jazz singer Nannie Porres which I consider to be just one notch below the untouchable queen of Swedish jazz singers, Monica Zetterlund. Other participants here are visa singer Torgny Björk and folk outfit Herr T & Hans Spelmän. Some fine arrangements and efforts, but as a totality, the album is disjointed and frustrating to listen to.
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