[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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Distinctive Pop: Recommended Swedish Artists. Notable Singers and Bands (1–10)
Anywhere For YouJohn Martin
Singer-songwriter John Martin delivers electro sounds infused with passionate emotion to his listeners.
He has also collaborated with world-renowned DJ Alesso.
Known for his plaintive, melancholic vocals, he lends his voice to a wide range of genres, including EDM.
Many of his tracks are grand in scale, evoking Sweden’s rich natural landscapes, and they can have a relaxing effect on listeners.
He’s a memorable singer who performs emotively over dynamic EDM.
If It Wasn’t For YouAlesso
These days, you can’t talk about the global EDM scene without mentioning Swedish DJs.
Alesso is one of them, having performed at Coachella and Tomorrowland.
His music is marked by passionate electro sounds set to a heavyweight, house-inspired beat.
He excels at crafting tracks that carry a touch of melancholy, perfectly matching the beautiful natural landscapes of Sweden.
He’s an artist whose crystal-clear sound is punctuated by powerful interludes.
Save The WorldSwedish House Mafia
Swedish House Mafia is a house unit made up of three DJs who enjoy widespread popularity in Sweden.
When their 2011 release “Save The World” was remixed by DJ Zedd, it quickly became a global hit.
They specialize in expansive electro-pop that seems to envelop beautiful nature and cityscapes.
Even within house music, their warm, catchy tracks leave a strong impression.
How about lending an ear to their dreamy EDM infused with Swedish pop?
[Distinctive Pop] Recommended artists from Sweden. Notable singers and bands. (11–20)
Call On MeEric Prydz
Eric Prydz, a Swedish DJ who is indispensable when talking about the Nordic EDM scene, delivers aggressive electro sounds driven by heavy beats to his listeners.
He has performed at Tomorrowland, one of the world’s largest EDM festivals, and is also known for his spectacular, music-synchronized productions.
While many of his tracks carry the passionate flair of house music, they also brim with the freshness and catchiness characteristic of Swedish music.
Be sure to experience his invigorating, high-energy sound for yourself.
My Heart Goes BoomMiss Li
Miss Li is a singer-songwriter whose characterful singing voice is utterly charming.
Husky yet cute, her voice will leave you wanting to hear more after just one listen.
She began her music career in 2006 and has released nine albums through 2022.
Her songs blend genres like gypsy jazz, country, and pop, and they never get boring.
Highly recommended if you like singers such as Zaz or Lily Allen!
LovefoolThe Cardigans
The band that probably ranks as Sweden’s most famous after ABBA is the Cardigans.
Even if you don’t know the band’s name, many people would recognize their songs when they hear them.
The Cardigans formed in 1992 in Jönköping, Sweden.
Although they’re known for their cute, catchy songs, the founding members—guitarist Peter and bassist Magnus—reportedly had a repertoire of Black Sabbath at the time.
Their signature track Lovefool became a worldwide hit and helped ignite the Swedish pop boom.
Dancing QueenABBA
Many musicians say that everything important in pop music is encapsulated in ABBA’s songs.
ABBA formed in 1972 and won the Eurovision Song Contest in 1974.
The single Waterloo, released afterward, became a worldwide hit and catapulted them to stardom.
Despite Swedish being their native language, they achieved massive success in English-speaking countries—an exceptional feat.
Truly legends of the pop world!