At the tender ages of 18 and 15, sisters Johanna and Klara Söderberg (First Aid Kit) are an uber-talent to be reckoned with. Having released their debut EP “Druken Trees” last April (a cause celebre in itself), these Swedish young-uns are planning a full album for this September. Although relatively fresh artists, they already seem to have come into their own with music that really sticks to your gut. A lot of that I believe has to do with the vocals. The Soderberg sisters have a deliciously complex “pinot noir” sound – summer berries, barnyard aromas and a long finish. The lyrics and melodies also have a maturity beyond their years. You’re Not Coming Home Tonight is a ballad in the truest sense with tegan-and-sarah-esque harmonies done better. And their cover of Tiger Mountain Pleasant Song is strikingly honest. In contrast to conjuring images of puffy sleeved musicians playing Greensleeves (sorry Fleet Foxes…it’s just that song), First Aid Kit’s version has an interesting almost mysterious quality with stringier guitar, a multitude of crescendos and live-time layered vocals that give a richer quality than would be expected of two voices. This song makes me want to go camping, and I hate camping.

Enjoy!

First Aid Kit – You’re Not Coming Home Tonight

First Aid Kit – Cover of Tiger Mountain Pleasant Song (YouTube)