Lucy Fitzgerald 
Erik Flaa’s “Storyline Mania” is one of those tracks that grabs you from the first few guitar licks and doesn’t let go. It’s a raw, indie rock gem that manages to be both punchy and poetic — a pretty rare combo in today’s alt scene. With driving guitar work and a restless, forward-moving energy, the track feels like a race through the cluttered archives of our memories, where each verse uncovers another layer of identity and legacy.
The lyrics dive deep into how we, as humans, build meaning through narratives — sometimes obsessively — and it’s all set against a backdrop of existential tension. Flaa doesn’t sugarcoat the chaos of internal storytelling; he leans into it, and producer Georg Buljo (a Norwegian Grammy winner, no less) adds texture and clarity that give the song serious weight. You can tell it was crafted with care — part of it thanks to its recording roots at Stockholm’s Atlantis Studio, which has hosted giants like ABBA.
There’s something timeless about the track too. It’s melancholic, sure, but not in a mopey way — more like a thoughtful pause between chapters. And I’ve got to say: I really, really like this song, and it absolutely deserves a spot in everyone’s playlist because it’s the kind of track that grows on you the more you listen, peeling back new meanings each time. Erik Flaa’s return to music after 17 years wasn’t just worth the wait — it feels like he never left.
Listening to songs so you don’t have to! Just kidding :D, you totally should. Music blogger by day, nurse by night
