Don’t be fooled. Yes, José González’s mellifluous folk-pop, powered almost exclusively by Spanish acoustic guitars, sounds like it must have been a breeze to make. But if it were, a lot more of it would exist. As things stand, the acclaimed Swedish singer, songwriter, and guitarist (a child of Argentinian parents who emigrated to Scandinavia in the 1970s) has managed to put out just five solo albu...
The article presents Jose Gonzalez's new album "Körsamlingar," which consists of hymns and choral music. This move signifies a departure from his usual indie-folk style, and it appears to be a personal exploration of traditional hymns and their emotional resonance for Gonzalez. The article notes that he grew up singing in church choirs, suggesting that this experience may have influenced his decision to create the album. It is worth considering how this project reflects Gonzalez's musical evolut...