MP3: Ståålfågel - Något senare...
Of all the Swedish postpunk acts that I have become acquainted with, Ståålfågel are by far the best example of what I consider to be "mutant pop". The fucked-up synthpunk sound of their 1980 self-titled debut is unrivaled. The use of drum machines give them a rigid, off-kilter sound similar to Devo, but with a different, angrier energy. Devo is fun, Ståålfågel not so much. This particular track I've posted today is awfully similar to The Bear Quartet's "The supremes" in that it starts off with near-unintelligible screaming before kicking off into the song. The BQ track is ultimately far, far harsher, but those first few seconds share an eerie resemblance. I doubt it's intentional, but it's definitely the first thing I thought of when I heard it. Anyhow, it's a great track so if you're even remotely curious about Swedish postpunk, I strongly suggest you check it out.
Ståålfågel - Något senare...