About Music of Sweden
Music of Sweden is a music genre. It is usually classed as a form of music of Scandinavia.
Artists closely associated with the genre include ABBA, Loreen and Ace of Base.
Music of Sweden has given rise to 7 subgenres on this site, such as Swedish death metal, Progg, Epadunk and Swedish hip hop.
From Wikipedia
The music of Sweden has a long history, with musical evidence dating back to the Bronze Age and the lur instruments. The Swedish fiddle and nyckelharpa are among the most common Swedish folk instruments. The instrumental genre is the biggest one in Sweden. In the 1960s, Swedish youth sparked a roots revival in Swedish folk culture. Many joined Spelmanslag (folk musicians' clubs) and performed on mainstream radio and TV. They focused on instrumental polska music, with vocals and influences from other traditional genres becoming more prominent since the 1990s. By 1970, the "dansband" culture also began. Music in Sweden is a vital part of Swedish culture, as evidenced by the national success of musical shows like Allsång på Skansen and Melodifestivalen.
Genre family tree
Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Music of Sweden.
Key artists
- ABBA
- Loreen
- Ace of Base
Questions people ask
Real questions from the Stack Exchange community – follow a link to read the discussion.
- What happens when you scream out of your window in Sweden at 10 PM · Sound Design SE
Frequently asked questions
What is Music of Sweden?
Music of Sweden is a music genre. It is usually classed as a form of music of Scandinavia.
Who are famous Music of Sweden artists?
ABBA, Loreen and Ace of Base.