Nothing to Worry About

Since I already brought up the whole Scandinavian Invasion thing, I thought I would continue in that vein with a review of the new single by Swedish indie band Peter, Bjorn & John. The trio from Stockholm has released a number of gems in the past several years (their 2006 single, 'Young Folks' made several top-20 lists of 2006) and it seems they will not disappoint with their forthcoming album, Living Thing.

The lead single from the album, 'Nothing to Worry About' was recently released and shows a great deal of promise. The track begins with a chorus of children that is quickly joined by the heavy bass and percussion I enjoy in Peter, Bjorn & John's songs (PB&J for short...haha). As always, the vocals of Peter Morén are almost childlike, yet with a rough edge. It's something different, and something I like. His bouncy verses blend well with the smooth, yet crowded chorus. 'Nothing to Worry About' has an Oriental feel to it...a very pleasant surprise that is played off in a way that is not at all cliché . The track has somewhat of a raw feel to it at times, but it's catchy nonetheless.

Grade: B+

Living Thing will be released in the United States March 31st and I for one plan to check it out, you shouldn't miss it.


Check out Nothing to Worry About here

Some other favorites from PB&J to listen to:
Young Folks
Let's Call It Off
Amsterdam

Peter, Bjorn & John's official site is here (parental advisory: there is some language in the track 'Lay it Down' which plays upon entering the site)