Jens Gustavson has always been the kind of artist who treats songwriting like a lived-in diary, scuffed edges, unfiltered emotions, and melodies that feel like long walks in cold Scandinavian air. His new album Vissa dagar (“Certain Days”) leans even deeper into that honesty. Recorded mostly live at Studio Rissna City in Jämtland, the project strips away everything unnecessary and lets the songs breathe. Acoustic guitars, loose bluesy grooves, country dust, folk traditions, and that unmistakably Nordic melancholy all swirl together in a way only Jens could pull off. Below is a full track-by-track dive into this raw and rootsy 8-song journey.
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1. “Humlor” (Bumble Bees) :The album opens with a grounded, bluesy strum that feels warm and world-weary at the same time. Jens reflects on humanity’s endless chase for wealth and power, contrasting it with the simplicity of nature. The live-room feel, the slight creak of the guitar, the low hum of the bass, sets the tone for the stripped-down world we’re entering. It’s philosophical, but in that quiet, Swedish way that sneaks up on you.
2. “Numera” (Nowadays): Autobiographical snapshots turn into a soft, rolling folk tune. The lyrics feel like someone flipping through an old photo album while the melody leans into Americana warmth. Ronny Dahlberg’s percussion is gentle but steady, giving the song a road-trip rhythm. It’s nostalgic without feeling heavy.
3. “Vissa dagar” (Certain Days) :The title track is hopeful, airy, and built for a subtle sing-along. Critics have already called it raw and honest, and that’s exactly the vibe, the kind of acoustic song that nods to Swedish folk traditions but still feels modern. You can imagine this one played around a fire or echoing through a small club.
4. “Kanske just det här” (Maybe This Is It): A standout moment. The arrangement is sparse, almost naked, giving Jens’ voice room to wander through a story of life’s unpredictable detours. There’s a soft mystery here, the kind that critics picked up on, and Ulf Wahlström’s slide guitar adds a ghostly shimmer.
5. “Kommer hem” (Coming Home): One of the album’s most emotional tracks. The song drifts like a quiet highway at dawn, mixing existential reflection with the literal imagery of returning home. It’s tender, reflective, and incredibly moving in its simplicity. Sunrise Coffee nailed it: it’s calm, stripped back, and deeply felt.
6. “Huset” (The House): The longest and most haunting song on the album. The unsettling sound design, subtle percussion, moody bass lines, and shadowy chords, mirrors the story of a fractured relationship. It’s theatrical, almost cinematic, showing Jens’ willingness to push past traditional folk and into something more dramatic.
7. “Vals för utmattade” (Waltz for the Exhausted): A short instrumental breath, like the morning stretching its eyes open. It’s simple and charming, offering a moment of rest before the final turn of the album. Picture a weary sunrise after a long night
8. “Chant“: A commentary on the increasing lack of tolerance between people, wrapped in an acoustic indie-blues shell. The repetition feels meditative, almost ritual-like. As a closer, it leaves you thinking about the world outside the album, and your place in it.
With Vissa dagar, Jens Gustavson proves once again why he’s remained a staple in Sweden’s alternative scene for almost 30 years. He’s unafraid to blur genre lines, blend folk with punk spirit, and keep things raw and earthy. This album isn’t trying to impress with polish, it’s trying to connect. And it does.
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