[Quirky Pop] Recommended Swedish Artists: Singers and Bands to Watch
Sweden, a city of water with beautiful townscapes in harmony with nature.
Like Norway, it lies at a high latitude, and it’s so stunning that you can even see the aurora.
Let me introduce some wonderful artists born in Sweden!
Of course, there are world-famous artists beloved in Japan like ABBA and The Cardigans, but what’s also striking is how many songs make you think, “I’ve heard this in a commercial or on the radio!”
Let’s enjoy the catchy charm of Swedish music!
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[Quirky/Distinctive Pop] Recommended Swedish artists: noteworthy singers and bands (41–50)
The Moves (feat. Muni Long & Nile Rodgers)NEIKED
The artist collective NEIKED from Sweden is known for songs that fuse a variety of styles, grounded in electronic and pop-rock.
Formed in Stockholm in 2015, they broke through in 2016 with their signature track.
Said to be inspired by a Marvin Gaye song, it has racked up around 369 million streams to date.
Their bold production, which combines diverse elements of pop music, is a key part of their appeal.
Their BBC Live Lounge performance and numerous collaborations with other artists have also drawn attention.
They’re popular on social media and are recommended for anyone looking for catchy music.
Buffalo StanceNeneh Cherry
A song released as a single in 1988 by Swedish singer-songwriter, DJ, and rapper Neneh Cherry.
It sings about women’s strength and power.
After being remixed by Tim Simenon—known as Bomb the Bass—it became an international hit.
Burden of TomorrowThe Tallest Man On Earth
A track by Swedish folk singer-songwriter Kristian Matsson, who performs under the name The Tallest Man On Earth.
Among fans, he is often compared to Bob Dylan.
This song is included on his second album, The Wild Hunt, released in 2010.
CarrieEurope
A power ballad released as a single in 1987 by the Swedish hard rock band Europe.
It was written by vocalist Joey Tempest and keyboardist Mic Michaeli.
The song reached No.
3 on the U.S.
charts.
In conclusion
I’ve been introducing Swedish artists! Even if you don’t usually listen to Western music, I’m sure there were many songs you’ve heard before.
It turns out they’ve been loved in all kinds of scenes in Japan, too.
Now I feel like taking my time to delve deeper into Swedish music.