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Triakel - Songs From 63 Degrees N

This is very pure, unadorned traditional music of "quiet but intense ethos". Triakel is a Swedish folk band, specializing in songs from the Jämtland area, but the band also includes songs by contemporary folk artists.  

Chris Nickson/Allmusic reviews it below -- and I think he's got it right:

"...The mix of fiddle, harmonium, and voice creates a bristling darkness, especially on the brooding "Min Docka," where singer Emma Härdelin rolls her Rs with great glee.

...There's an obvious love of the music, and in presenting it, never seeking the darkness, but teasing it out where it occurs. It's certainly not evident in the country dance of "Bli Som Far," which glides around the floor, or "Tordyveln," which morphs into a polka. However, it can't be denied that wonderful as Härdelin is, she shines best on material like "Barnamorderskan," where tragedy is all too apparent. Triakel continue to grow as masters of their craft and more -- at times positively inspired."

If you're  like me, and you like your great Swedish bands -- you might like to know the lineup: Triakel was founded in 1995 by Emma Härdelin (Garmarna), Kjell-Erik Eriksson (Hoven Droven) and Janne Strömstedt (former Hoven Droven member).

Hear a sample:

https://soundhound.com/?t=100735078020021319

Request away -- it's posted and available now. 

Triakel - Songs From 63 Degrees N

thanks!