Datapop – Mil Efter Mil (Digital EP – Datapop)
At the end of 2024, Swedish duo Datapop made their return with a remarkable EP, paying tribute to their greatest inspiration, Kraftwerk. This release specifically honors Kraftwerk’s iconic 1974 album “Autobahn”, marking its 50th anniversary. Rather than presenting cover versions, Datapop creates clear references through their choice of sounds and the overall atmosphere of the EP.
Analog textures, deep basslines, and an array of floating, astral effects transport listeners into a nostalgic yet futuristic sonic journey. Primarily an instrumental production, the EP also features Swedish vocals on the opening track, adding a unique touch. Datapop stands out as a worthy ambassador of what can be aptly described as ‘later Kraftwerk-Pop’, skillfully channeling the essence of their legendary influence. (Rating:7½).
Listen to “Europaväg”:
About Datapop
Datapop is a Swedish electro pop duo made up of Anders Wilhelm and Mikael Larsson, mixing Kraftwerk-style machine-vocoder electro with pop songwriting. The duo released its debut album, “Pop”, in 2017 on the Razgrom label. Their second album, “Sterne”, followed in 2021, sung in English, German and Swedish and featuring remixes by Anymachine and fellow Plonk label act Maschine Brennt.
Datapop closed out 2024 with the “Mil Efter Mil” EP, built around references to Kraftwerk’s “Autobahn” for the album’s 50th anniversary.
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