The Swedish music industry's association, IFPI, has unveiled a list of nominees for the 43rd edition of the Grammis Awards, a prestigious event celebrating excellence in music. This year's nominations indicate a particularly strong presence of rock music, with Linköping-based band Ghost leading the nominations with six categories, including Album of the Year for 'Skeletá' and Artist of the Year. Their theatrical approach to rock has garnered them significant international acclaim since their formation in 2006.

Following Ghost in the nomination count are the punk rock outfit Viagra Boys from Stockholm, recognized in four categories. Their nominations include Rock of the Year and Album of the Year for their release 'Viagra Boys,' and frontman Sebastian Murphy is in the running for Lyricist of the Year. With both bands showcasing the diversity and vitality of the rock genre, their nominations reflect a renaissance in rock music within the Swedish music scene.

Also notable are Anna von Hausswolff and the group BIJI, each receiving three nominations for their respective works. Von Hausswolff's album 'Iconoclasts' has been characterized as a rebellious masterpiece and stands a chance for wins in categories such as Album of the Year and Alternative Pop. The recognition of these artists underscores the evolving landscape of the Swedish music industry and the growing appreciation for a variety of genres in award recognitions.