[2025] A roundup of recommended popular bands from Sweden

Northern Europe is a treasure trove of amazing music that’s distinct from the Anglo-American scene, and for fans of Western music it’s one of the most important regions to know.

Among them, when it comes to bands from Sweden, it’s a holy land of melodic death metal for metal fans, a familiar country for guitar pop enthusiasts, and a nation that has produced many outstanding groups in genres like garage rock and post-rock—truly a musical powerhouse by any measure.

This time, we’re spotlighting bands from Sweden across all genres!