Musician Nils Albin has unquestionably traversed a remarkable journey since his early days rapping with friends in Västeråsas part of the group Fridlyst. The artist, formerly known as MC Hans, has taken a new direction in his musical career, unveiling his inaugural solo album, Pluto, on June 2, 2023, via Hoopdiggas Recordings. The album is a rich tapestry of ballads, acoustic indie rock compositions, and tracks that harken back to his hip-hop roots, showcasing the dynamic evolution of Nils Albin’s musical style. Meet Nils Albin, who embarked on his solo venture in 2023 with the release of Pluto. The album is a captivating collection where he seamlessly melds playful flows and compelling lyrics into a musical realm that feels both unexpected and uncharted. The outcome is a fusion of indie rock, hip-hop, and post-punk, all infused with adose of punk attitude and a DIY ethos. With his roots firmly grounded in hip-hop, Nils Albin delivers each lyrics with a laid-back timing and a rare emotional presence within the genre. While others lean on technical prowess, he explores his tonal range with a touch of melancholy, adding adistinctive perspective to his solo endeavors. In 2023, Nils Albin has been making waves on the Swedish underground scene, gracing the stages of notable venues such as Mästerbotten (Broder John, Cleo, Alexander Juneblad, and Fricky), Trädgården (Broder John, Boko Yout), and the Powerpose FM Festival (Seinabo Sey, Erik Lundin, Dina Ögon). ”Nils Albin has a peculiar expression. Unpredictable, edgy, but fundamentally warm. When ”Blommor från livsen” and ”100 år” burst into the noise, he feels like the illegitimate son of the Beastie Boys and Yung Lean’s sad boys. ”DN Kultur”