SvenBertil Taube - Skillingtryck

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Review by Michael Meissner

Album Review: Skillingtryck by Sven-Bertil Taube – A Timeless Folk Journey Sven-Bertil Taube’s Skillingtryck, released in 1962 under the label His Master’s Voice, is a treasure trove of Swedish folk music that feels like stepping into a sepia-toned photo album. This collection doesn’t just play; it breathes life into stories of old Sweden, blending traditional melodies with heartfelt vocals. If you’re into Folk, World, or Country genres, this one’s worth your time. The album opens with “Sinclairsvisan,” and honestly? It grabs you right away. The track has this hauntingly beautiful quality—like hearing an echo from another century. Taube’s voice carries weight here, almost as if he’s whispering secrets passed down through generations. You can practically picture the cold Nordic winds sweeping across fields while listening to it. It sticks with you because it’s not just a song; it’s storytelling at its rawest form. Another standout is “Elvira Madigan.” Now, I know what you’re thinking—didn’t someone else do something similar? Well, yeah, but Taube makes it his own. The melody flows effortlessly, wrapping around you like a warm blanket on a chilly evening. There’s something about how he handles the pacing—it’s deliberate yet free-spirited. It reminds me of those moments when you sit by a fire, lost in thought, letting nostalgia wash over you. That’s the magic of this track. Tracks like “Vasavisan” and “Kom Nu Gubbar” bring energy to the mix, showcasing Taube’s versatility. They’re lively, almost urging you to get up and dance—or at least tap your foot awkwardly in your chair. Meanwhile, deeper cuts like “Ur ‘Björninnan’” feel more introspective, offering quieter reflections amidst the livelier tunes. Each piece contributes to a mosaic of Swedish culture and history, making the album feel cohesive despite its variety. One thing that strikes me about Skillingtryck is how unpolished it feels compared to modern standards—and that’s precisely why it works. Back in ’62, there weren’t layers of production glossing over imperfections. What you hear is real, human, imperfectly perfect. It’s refreshing, especially now when so much music sounds overly engineered. If I had to nitpick, some tracks might blur together after repeated listens. But hey, isn’t that true for most albums packed with folk ballads? Besides, the charm lies in its authenticity rather than constant reinvention. Reflecting on Skillingtryck, I’m reminded of how music serves as a time capsule. Listening to these songs feels like eavesdropping on conversations from decades past. And here’s the kicker—it makes me wonder: would today’s artists dare to release something so stripped-down and genuine? Probably not. Maybe they should. So, give Skillingtryck a spin if you want to escape the noise of contemporary playlists and dive into something deeply rooted in tradition. Just don’t blame me if you find yourself humming “Elvira Madigan” for days.

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Artist: SvenBertil Taube
Album: Skillingtryck
Rating: 3.0

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Ur "Songes" Vandringssången
Det Var En Gång En Båtsman
Kom Nu Gubbar
Elin Och Herremannen
Sinclairsvisan
Vasavisan
Elvira Madigan
Över Kung Gustaf I
Ur "Gubbanöjen"
Ur "Björninnan"
Skatan Sitter I Kyrketorn
Älfsborgsvisan
Ack Damon . . .
Den Bakvända Visan
Carl Jonas Love Almqvist
Visan Om Mjölnarens Dotter
Jag Är En Stolle
Göta Kämpvisa
Den Lustige Gesällen

Video

VASA VISAN - Sven-Bertil Taube sjunger skillingtryck visa
ACK DAMON - Sven-Bertil Taube sjunger skillingtryck visa
SKATAN SITTER PÅ KYRKOTORN - Sven-Bertil Taube sjunger skillingtryck visa
ÖVER KUNG GUSTAF I - Sven-Bertil Taube sjunger skillingtryck visa
ELVIRA MADIGAN - Sven-Bertil Taube sjunger skillingtryck visa
ÄLFSBORGSVISAN - Sven-Bertil Taube sjunger skillingtryck visa
ELIN OCH HERREMANNEN - Sven-Bertil Taube sjunger skillingtryck visa
GUBBANÖJEN - Sven-Bertil Taube sjunger skillingtryck visor
DET VAR EN GÅNG EN BÅTSMAN - Sven-Bertil Taube sjunger skillingtryck visa
VISAN OM MJÖLNARENS DOTTER - Sven-Bertil Taube sjunger skillingtryck visa
DEN BAKVÄNDA VISAN - Sven-Bertil Taube sjunger skillingtryck visa
GÖTA KÄMPAVISA - Sven-Bertil Taube sjunger skillingtryck visa
DEN LUSTIGA GESÄLLEN - Sven-Bertil Taube sjunger skillingtryck visa

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Catalog Numbers

SCLP 1015

Labels

  • His Masters Voice
  • His Master's Voice

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • LP
  • Album

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About SvenBertil Taube

Sven-Bertil Taube was a Swedish vocalist, recording artist and actor, born 24 November, 1934 in Stockholm, Sweden, died 11 November, 2022 in London, UK. He was the son of Sweden's possibly foremost, 20th century troubadour and artist . He had a thriving acting career in Sweden, both onstage and in movies, when he in the late 60s decided to try his luck on an international movie career, moved to London and had small parts in various movies such as 1976 WWII action thriller The Eagle Has Landed, with stars like , and . He gave up his international movie career in the early 80s, and continued where he once started by combining acting in Swedish movies as well as onstage - mainly in lightweight theatre, but also in plays by and , as well as continuing as a recording artist and performer, interpreting his father's songs, and songs by such diverse artists as and Swedish 18th century poet, songwriter and performer . Later in life, he would get worldwide recognition by starring in the first of the Swedish Millennium Trilogy movies, Män som hatar kvinnor (The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo), in 2009.

Real Name

    • Sven-Bertil Gunnar Evert Taube

Name Vars

  • S B Taube
  • S-B Taube
  • S-B. Taube
  • S. B. Taube
  • S.B. Taube
  • Sven Bertil Taube
  • Sven Bertil Taube Och Kör
  • Sven-Bertil
  • Sven-Bertil G. E. Taube
  • Sven-Bertil Taube M. Eget Ack. A´ Gitarr
  • Taube

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know that the 1962 Swedish folk album *Skillingtryck* by SvenBertil Taube is like a time capsule of traditional music? It features tracks inspired by Swedish history, poetry, and folklore. One standout song, "Elvira Madigan," ties to a famous tragic love story. The album even includes lyrics from Carl Jonas Love Almqvist, a key figure in Swedish literature. It’s not just music—it’s a journey through Sweden’s cultural soul.

Comments

kghildebrandt
2025-03-06
En favorit från min ungdom - finns att köpa?
jensmoke
2025-03-06
Tack väldans, för att Ni sprider dessa visor!
normanlanebsj
2025-03-06
Borde spelas på skansen 6 juni.
aladdinlu1980
2025-03-05
Några rader av denna visa återges i Strindbergs drama över kungen.
tatianalavrik
2025-03-04
Äntligen hittade jag låtarna från den skiva som jag inte har hittat på nätet - Tack!
treeon1
2025-03-03
Het Wilhelmus melodi
leoa753c5662fa4
2025-03-03
Vet man ungefär när denna visa skrevs?
endangsrihand
2025-03-02
Kan du lägga upp "Käre bröder, drickom Gustsfs skål"
silvershadowd
2025-03-01
Länge leve kungen och länge leve korset.
rtonline
2025-02-28
Ah, the Circus ? Madigan brought such magic ? ✨️...alas the beautiful Elvira Madigan eloped with Sixten Sparre and they left Sweden ?? for their love ❤️ and went to the island of Tasinge in the kingdom of Denmark ?? and there they dwelt until the dark cloud ☁️ of poverty descended upon ? the star-crossed lovers ?. ? They could return to Sweden ?? but they would have to be apart evermore. So they made a melancholy walk into the forest of Norreskov and they did succumb in a forlorn suicide pact and their sojourn in this cruel ? world of over for evermore, 19th July 1889, the same year as the Mayerling incident ? in our beloved Austria ?? ?. So Sixten Sparre and Elvira Madigan were confined to the graveyard at Landet, where they remain to this day asleep in sweet oblivion. Their grave is often visited by lovers ? some who throw bunches of flowers ? and other sing a lament to the fleeting beauty ✨️ ? and life of our beloved ♥️ ❤️ ? Elvira Madigan
jeansimonmarchand
2025-02-28
Vackert ! ?
sophiequinnblog
2025-02-27
Tycker det var bra att han sköt Elvira Madigan.
yaviles11
2025-02-26
in Wexford Ireland finns "Madigans Pub"
flamencacreativa
2025-02-25
Fint, taube
hghnew
2025-02-24
Extra !
ellymansur01
2025-02-23
det er stadig sådan, at par der bliver gift i kirken hvor de to blev begravet fra, der lægger bruden sin brudebuket på elvira madigans grav, for hun fik aldrig selv en. super sødt og dejligt
annasauget
2025-02-23
Sparare var psykiskt sjuk
berroxordo
2025-02-23
Oh säger jag bara... Oh, Oh, Oh...