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🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Linda and Pete's performance almost made a Swedish journalist fall off their chair: 'Nordic Amazon'

Linda Lampenius and Pete Parkkonen's performance at UMK received high praise from Swedish media, highlighting dramatic elements and their dynamic presence.

Mar 2 • 14:16 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

The documentary about The Ark captures the joy but lacks excitement

A new documentary about the Swedish pop band The Ark showcases their journey through division and reunion but is critiqued for its thin storyline.

Feb 27 • 08:08 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Swedish vocal quartet Åkervinda among highlights in annual radio festival on ABC Classic

ABC Classic's annual Festival of Female Composers will feature Swedish vocal quartet Åkervinda among its highlights this year.

Feb 25 • 21:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Ghost, the Swedish rock band, to take a break – at least for the time being

Tobias Forge, the frontman of the rock band Ghost, announces that he will step away from the band after their current tour to focus on his family.

Feb 25 • 20:24 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Swedish rock band Ghost ceases operations for the time being

The internationally renowned Swedish rock band Ghost has decided to halt their activities for the time being, as announced by lead vocalist Tobias Forge.

Feb 24 • 19:41 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Ghost is put on ice: "I need to be at home"

Swedish metal band Ghost is taking a hiatus as lead singer Tobias Forge prioritizes his mental and physical wellbeing and time with family after a grueling world tour.

Feb 24 • 12:54 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

NRK: Swede convicted of bombing attack in Drøbak linked to gang murder in Stockholm

Two young Swedish men convicted of a bombing attack in Norway are now implicated in the murder of a rapper in Sweden.

Feb 24 • 12:31 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Ghost could win six Grammys - here are all the nominees

The Swedish metal band Ghost leads with six nominations at the Grammisgalan, while Viagra Boys also has multiple chances for awards.

Feb 24 • 07:56 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Timo Räisänen: 'There are a lot of things that break when I've lost'

Swedish artist Timo Räisänen reflects on his emotional struggles with losses in competitions and his upcoming participation in Melodifestivalen after a long wait to perform.

Feb 21 • 07:02 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Skåne songwriter Anderz Wrethov behind several finalists in Melodifestivalen

Anderz Wrethov, a prominent songwriter, is competing with three potential entries in this year's Melodifestivalen after previously representing Sweden in Eurovision.

Feb 20 • 13:52 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Arch Enemy Returns to Tallinn – And They Have a Big Surprise in Store

Swedish melodic metal band Arch Enemy will perform in Tallinn with their new singer, Lauren Hart, as part of their exclusive European club tour.

Feb 20 • 12:11 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Shakespeare's Spirit Hovers Over the Best Classical Album of the Month

British singer Ruby Hughes collaborates with Swedish lutenist Jonas Nordberg and cellist Mime Brinkmann on the album 'Amidst the Shades', praised for its ideal trio representing four-hundred-year-old Elizabethan passions.

Feb 20 • 08:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Arch Enemy presents Lauren Hart as the new vocalist in the single "To The Last Breath"

Swedish melodic death metal band Arch Enemy introduces Lauren Hart as their new vocalist with the release of their single "To The Last Breath" and a European tour announcement.

Feb 19 • 18:51 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Shout Out Louds singer releases solo album – in Swedish

Shout Out Louds singer Adam Olenius will release his first solo album titled '4 life' on February 20, featuring a tour to follow.

Feb 19 • 18:43 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Tjuvjakt Celebrates Big at Hovet – But Becomes a Bit Too Comfortable

The Swedish band Tjuvjakt's largest concert to date took place at Hovet in Stockholm, showcasing their preparations that began over six months ago.

Feb 14 • 23:34 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
Life & Tech

Sahara Hotnights sounds both dirtier and prettier

Sahara Hotnights returns to their raw energy levels of youth in their new album, showcasing a collection of stable and sympathetic songs.

Feb 13 • 06:18 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

The Swedes tattooed 'Soppgirobygget' before Norwegians filled Avicii Arena

Norwegian band Soppgirobygget energizes a Swedish crowd during a performance at Avicii Arena in Stockholm, leading to widespread enthusiasm among concert-goers.

Feb 9 • 09:27 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

The Favorites Held – Brandsta Goes Directly to the Final

Brandsta City Släckers and Felicia advance directly to the final of Melodifestivalen with their performances, capturing the Swedish public's hearts.

Feb 7 • 20:26 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Can you memorize three quarters of insanely demanding music? A young Swede showed that yes, you can

A young Swedish musician recently demonstrated the remarkable ability to memorize a complex piece by Danish composer Niels Viggo Bentzon at the Royal Danish Academy of Music, receiving a standing ovation.

Feb 7 • 15:35 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Frida Söderqvist: Neither Rosalía nor Harry Styles will come to Sweden this spring – here's why the stars are being lost

Frida Söderqvist discusses how top artists like Rosalía and Harry Styles are prioritizing other countries over Sweden for their concert tours, leading to disappointment among Swedish fans.

Feb 7 • 12:13 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
Life & Tech

Robyn announces concert in Royal Arena

Swedish pop star Robyn is set to perform at the Royal Arena on July 14, 2026, as announced in a press release.

Feb 6 • 15:29 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
Life & Tech

Robyn gives concert in Royal Arena

Swedish pop star Robyn is set to perform at the Royal Arena on July 14, 2026, following the release of her new album 'Sexistential' on March 27.

Feb 6 • 15:29 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
Life & Tech

Robyn with Norwegian arena concert in July

Swedish pop icon Robyn is returning to the Norwegian stage in July for her largest solo show ever in Norway at Unity Arena, near Oslo, marking 15 years since her last performance in the city.

Feb 6 • 15:26 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
Life & Tech

Pop Icon Robyn Comes to Oslo

Swedish pop icon Robyn will return to Norway on July 11, performing her biggest solo show ever at Unity Arena near Oslo, 15 years after her last performance in the city.

Feb 6 • 15:03 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
Life & Tech

Junior Lerin on the viral TikTok clip with just microphone sound: "I share that"

Junior Lerin expresses satisfaction with being featured in viral TikTok clips showcasing his song "Copacabana boy" without background music, emphasizing his joy in connecting with the Swedish audience.

Feb 6 • 12:03 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
Life & Tech

“God Bless Sweden” is the most poignant Swedish debut of the winter

Sara Martinsson reviews Hannes' debut album 'God Bless Sweden', noting it as a uniquely genuine expression within the trendy 'R&B with indie attitude' style among Swedish musicians.

Feb 6 • 06:29 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
Crime & Justice

Epstein "was offered" to invest in Swedish music giant

Jeffrey Epstein considered investing in Spotify, revealing in an email to tech billionaire Peter Thiel that he was offered $100 million.

Feb 4 • 20:52 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
Life & Tech

Pop star Zara Larsson's makeup style has become a trend – behind it is an international makeup artist

Swedish pop star Zara Larsson, currently on her Midnight Sun world tour, has gained popularity partly due to her colorful makeup choices and strong social media presence.

Feb 4 • 17:07 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
World

Palestinian who compared Israel to Hitler will lead Swedish festival

A Palestinian figure who made inflammatory comparisons between Israel and Hitler is set to lead a prominent music festival in Sweden, sparking renewed debates around antisemitism amidst ongoing tensions regarding Israel's participation in Eurovision 2026.

Dec 30 • 13:46 UTC

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