Artur Erikson - Som Hjorten På Den Torra Hed

Review by Brenda Houser

Artur Erikson's album, Som Hjorten På Den Torra Hed, is a beautiful collection of traditional Swedish folk songs. The album features Erikson's signature acoustic guitar playing and soulful vocals, accompanied by various traditional instruments such as the nyckelharpa and accordion.

The songs on the album are mostly melancholic and introspective, with lyrics that reflect on the beauty and hardships of life in rural Sweden. Erikson's voice is rich and emotive, conveying the depth of feeling in each song. The instrumentation is sparse but effective, creating a haunting and atmospheric sound that perfectly complements the songs.

One standout track on the album is "Villemo", a mournful ballad about a young woman who dies of consumption. Erikson's guitar playing is particularly impressive on this track, with his intricate fingerpicking perfectly capturing the sadness of the song.

Summary by Brenda Houser

Som Hjorten På Den Torra Hed is a beautiful and moving album that showcases Artur Erikson's talents as a musician and songwriter. Fans of traditional folk music will find much to enjoy here, and anyone who appreciates heartfelt and soulful music will be moved by Erikson's performances.