Contardo - Still Waiting

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Review by Людмила Рытикова

Still Waiting by Contardo: A Hidden Gem in Prog Rock If you’re a fan of rock with brains—or, let’s be real, music that doesn’t just spoon-feed you the same old hooks—Contardo’s Still Waiting is worth your time. Released in 2011 from Sweden (yes, the land of ABBA but also killer prog rock), this album feels like a warm hug from an old friend who happens to be super talented. The band self-released it under their own label, which gives it that raw, unfiltered vibe we love in indie music. Let’s talk about the lineup because wow, this crew brought their A-game. Marcela Contardo’s lead vocals are the heart of the record—smooth yet powerful, like she’s telling you a story over coffee but somehow makes it epic. Then there’s Christoffer Lundquist, who didn’t just play half the instruments; he recorded, mixed, mastered, and produced the whole thing. Dude deserves a medal or at least a really big pizza. Now onto the tracks. You’ve got eleven songs here, all solid, but two stuck with me for different reasons. First up, “Blow On The Fire.” It starts off quiet, almost shy, with acoustic guitar strumming gently in the background. But then BAM—it explodes into this rich tapestry of sound. The mix of electric guitar riffs, cello (yep, cello in rock!), and Marcela’s voice creates this cinematic feel. It’s one of those songs where you close your eyes and suddenly you’re standing on a cliff watching the sunset. Cheesy? Maybe. True? Absolutely. Then there’s “Are You Still Waiting,” the title track. This one hits hard emotionally. It’s slower, more introspective, and lets the lyrics breathe. Ivonne Contardo adds haunting harmonica tones that give it this bluesy edge, while Tomas Erbelius’ violin sneaks in like a whisper. By the end, you’re not sure if you want to cry or grab someone and dance slowly in the dark. Either way, it stays with you long after the last note fades. The rest of the album keeps the momentum going. Tracks like “Winter” and “Drop Your Gun” show off Henrik Liljequist’s drum wizardry, while Patrik Weiberg proves he can handle everything from mandolin to marching snare without breaking a sweat. And props to Jessica Boswall for the artwork—it’s simple but matches the mood perfectly. What’s wild about Still Waiting is how human it feels. There’s no pretentiousness, no trying too hard to impress. It’s just good music made by people who clearly love what they do. Honestly, I wasn’t expecting much when I first hit play, but now I can’t stop listening. That’s the magic of albums like this—they sneak up on you when you least expect it. So yeah, check out Still Waiting. Whether you’re a prog rock diehard or just someone looking for something fresh, this album has something for you. Plus, how often do you get to say you discovered a hidden Swedish gem before everyone else did? Final thought: If this album was a person, it’d probably bake cookies for its neighbors and still crush at trivia night.

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Artist: Contardo
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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Come Around4:21
Sad3:21
Remedy4:01
Hard To Let Go3:26
Drop Your Gun5:01
Spend The Night3:59
Winter3:46
Blow On The Fire3:47
It's Over3:20
Are You Still Waiting3:55
Getaway3:01

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Catalog Numbers

CRCD101

Labels

Not On Label (Contardo Self-released)

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Formats

  • CD
  • Album
  • Digipak

Companies

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Distributed ByPlayground Music Scandinavia AB
Recorded AtAGM Studio

Credits

RoleCredit
ArtworkJessica Boswall
BassAlexander Waljanson
BellsAlexander Waljanson
Backing VocalsAlexander Waljanson
CelloCharlotta Weber Sjöholm
CoverAnders Tyrland
DrumsHenrik Liljequist
TambourineHenrik Liljequist
KeyboardsHenrik Liljequist
Electric GuitarPatrik Weiberg
Acoustic GuitarPatrik Weiberg
MandolinPatrik Weiberg
Marching SnarePatrik Weiberg
FootstompPatrik Weiberg
Lead VocalsMarcela Contardo
HarmonicaIvonne Contardo
MaracasIvonne Contardo
PhotographyFreddie Sandström
PianoChristoffer Lundquist
OrganChristoffer Lundquist
CymbalChristoffer Lundquist
AquarionChristoffer Lundquist
Recorded ByChristoffer Lundquist
Mixed ByChristoffer Lundquist
Mastered ByChristoffer Lundquist
ProducerChristoffer Lundquist
ViolinTomas Erbelius
ViolaTomas Erbelius

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Barcode: 7332181042559

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Interesting fact about Album

Did you know that the album *Still Waiting* by Contardo is a DIY masterpiece? Released in 2011, this Swedish prog rock gem was entirely self-released. Christoffer Lundquist played a huge role, handling everything from recording and mixing to mastering and producing. And get this—band members wore so many hats they could open a hat shop! Patrik Weiberg didn’t just play electric and acoustic guitar but also added mandolin, marching snare, and even footstomps. Talk about multitasking! The album’s rich sound comes from an impressive mix of instruments like cello, violin, and even maracas. It’s no wonder fans still rave about tracks like "Spend The Night" and "Come Around."