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PGML 072CD
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RELEASE DATE: 4/28/2023
Mando Diao have always been free spirits. They have always gone their own way, resisted authority and enjoyed the hedonistic side of life, elements which have contributed to the band's successful and musically extensive career which celebrates its 20th anniversary this year. The character Boblikov, the symbol of Mando Diao's new album Boblikov's Magical World, represents the persona we all carry inside of us that likes to turn things upside down -- the little devil on our shoulders. He isn't evil; he's simply looking for advantages and to manipulate things in his own favor. As the mastermind behind his enterprise, he is not usually in the spotlight. This anonymity gives him a sense of security and respectability even though he is involved in some shady business. After a long and triumphant Swedish tour following the release of the #1 bestselling, gold-record awarded album I Solnedgången, Mando Diao regrouped in the studio together with producer Charlie Storm with the goal of creating an unpretentious rock album. The songs -- heavy with riffs, messy guitars, powerful drums, and bucketloads of energy -- have been released in portions in the form of EPs, and now, the two first volumes will be completed with a third EP and a compilation album. Songs like "Frustration" and "Fire in the Hall" have enjoyed major success on international and Swedish rock radio, and the band has been seen on the stages of the biggest European rock festivals. Boblikov's Magical World invites the listener into a fictional world where the schemer protagonist rules over a group of agents spread out across the world, agents who receive instructions from Boblikov himself to carry out evil deeds. The overarching theme is further amplified by both the cartoon covers and the visualizers. Mando Diao invite you into this parallel universe.
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PGM 160EP
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12" vinyl EP with three brand new songs. Mando Diao is back on full effect having played all the major rock-festivals across Europe in summer 2022 including Southside and Novarock. Just before the summer-season they rolled out the first in a series of volumes with sizzling hot and high-octane rock fresh of the studio. Vol. 1 (PGM 159LP) produced the radio-success "Frustration" that managed to climb all the way to No. 2 at rock-radio in Germany. Now Playground Music announce Vol. 2. The lead-track "Primal Call" is a hippie-like sounding one that draws inspiration from Led Zeppelin and King Crimson, a much punkier version. No logic whatsoever in the changes throughout the track but hey, that's how the band likes it. Full of surprises. As if the producer was a total lunatic out of control. "Fire In The Hall" is a short, intense song written by Björn and Jens. Once again, a blend of primitive rock n' roll feel and electronics. For example, the drums are based on samples of Patso's drumming. The lyrics are simple and almost trivial, with a "La Vida Loca" vibe: start a great fire, for yourself and others. Most things can be solved with a cleansing dance -- both in reality and in lyrics. "If you write the lyrics together with someone, it's easier to avoid becoming pretentious and over-analytical," they summarize. Finally, "Charlie", about their current producer (Charlie Storm). One of the greatest is having worked with so many big releases (Roxette, In Flames, Hurl, etc.) At least partly. They were excited about him and felt that he deserved a song. Or maybe they didn't have anything else to write about. Everyone had different inputs, but it ended up being a pure rock n' roll song. And a real banger.
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If there's one thing Mando Diao have always avoided, it's predictability. Almost all their work has been an unexpected reaction to their most recent venture. They are musically periodical and cannot resist creating new challenges, ways of thinking and concepts to stay stimulated. It's easy for touring bands to feel like you're being deprived of your identity, job, and money when all tours are canceled. Like most, Mando Diao were caught off guard when everything came to a halt. The first months were a bit shaky; they admit. However, they quickly picked themselves back up and decided to use the pandemic in the best way possible: by being creative. By the time the first recording session with Charlie Storm was over, the band already had half a dozen finished songs. After a total of 15 recording days, they ended up with work that amounted to an album and a half. This work will be divided into three volumes to be released in portions. The first volume is called Stop The Train and contains the songs "Stop The Train", "Animal", "Frustration", and "Loner". A mix of modern and old school, just like Mando Diao themselves.
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Since 2002, Mando Diao have released seven studio albums that have sold more than 1.5 million copies worldwide. In their career they have played more than 1,500 concerts in more than 30 countries, and have headlined major festivals throughout the world. Their videos have become viral phenomena with tens of millions of views on YouTube. They have released a B-side and a Greatest Hits collection and even an MTV Unplugged album and DVD. Many contemporary bands have come and gone but the group has continued to reach new heights and re-define popular music. They are known for their classic, straight-up rock and roll sound, starting their career drawing on heavy influences from rhythm and blues, The Beatles, Rolling Stones, and The Kinks. As they developed their own music, they took in more pop and dance themes, but have always maintained the energy and attitude of early rock paired with Björn's unmistakingly soulful voice. Mando Diao now release their eighth studio album. A straight-forward, non-compromising album completely 100% written, recorded, mixed, and produced by the band themselves. An energetic, dark and very personal album that is spellbinding, powerful and their best work to date. Explosive, in your face and simply bang!
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LP version. Since 2002, Mando Diao have released seven studio albums that have sold more than 1.5 million copies worldwide. In their career they have played more than 1,500 concerts in more than 30 countries, and have headlined major festivals throughout the world. Their videos have become viral phenomena with tens of millions of views on YouTube. They have released a B-side and a Greatest Hits collection and even an MTV Unplugged album and DVD. Many contemporary bands have come and gone but the group has continued to reach new heights and re-define popular music. They are known for their classic, straight-up rock and roll sound, starting their career drawing on heavy influences from rhythm and blues, The Beatles, Rolling Stones, and The Kinks. As they developed their own music, they took in more pop and dance themes, but have always maintained the energy and attitude of early rock paired with Björn's unmistakingly soulful voice. Mando Diao now release their eighth studio album. A straight-forward, non-compromising album completely 100% written, recorded, mixed, and produced by the band themselves. An energetic, dark and very personal album that is spellbinding, powerful and their best work to date. Explosive, in your face and simply bang!
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