Wintergatan

Wintergatan is a Swedish folktronica group led by Martin Molin, known for combining acoustic folk elements with electronic production and for building custom instruments such as the Marble Machine.

Debut self-titled album (the subject of the provided review) features tracks highlighted by reviewers such as "Paradis", "Sommarfågel" and "Starmachine2000". Reviewers note the band's use of vibraphone and homemade instruments and compare aspects of their sound to Jean-Michel Jarre, Ryūichi Sakamoto and Vangelis.

A DeBaser review praises Wintergatan's self-titled album for its inventive instrumentation and folktronica/indietronica blend. Tracks singled out include "Paradis", "Sommarfågel" and "Starmachine2000"; the vibraphone and handcrafted instruments receive particular attention. Comparisons in the review reference Jean-Michel Jarre, Ryūichi Sakamoto and Vangelis.

For:Fans of folktronica, indietronica, experimental pop and mechanically inventive instruments; listeners who like detailed, playful arrangements.