Things are going well with the Swedish folk duo First Aid Kit. Sisters Johanna and Klara Söderberg saw their second album (2012) reach the general public and sell well in Europe, Australia and the United Kingdom. With the broadening of their fan base, the ladies also broaden their music. Once again they went to America to work with producer Mike Mogis - from their favorite band . He adds cellos,
… violins and flutes to the duo's strong elements: beautiful harmonies and moody acoustic instrumentation. The sisters' singing gets so much more clout. Third album Stay Gold also sounds a lot more American, thanks to the clear country influences. The Söderbergjes perform North American artists like , and as the main sources of inspiration. They live up to their examples. It turns out that americana can also be made by Swedish people in their twenties. (JE)more