Sweden
The lights dimmed as the classic rock playlist gave way to a quiet classical piano piece, and the sold out crowed roared in approval. The smell of incense was strong in the [read on]
Opeth’s Prog Rock Affair Continues on “Sorceress”
If there’s a band who’s put the “progress” into “progressive metal”, it’s Sweden’s Opeth. The band’s new album [read on]
Ghost’s New EP Skillfully Melds Metal And Pop
We’ll have to wait a little longer for a proper follow up to 2015’s “Meliora“, but to bridge the gap between albums, the Swedish genre-spanning band [read on]
Sabaton on new album, expanding their sound and the awesomeness of Heavy Montreal
“This festival feels very European. From what I’ve seen so far, it would make the top 5 on the European circuit”, says Sabaton singer Joakim Brodén. We’re sitting, [read on]
Into The Heart of Black Metal: Montreal Band Nordmadr Releases New EP
Each track on EP has something to offer.
Swedish Dreams : Interview with Tooli of Local Talk
Meet Tooli, who runs the label Local Talk with Mad Mats.
Cult of Luna Converts Cafe Campus
Swedish legends Cult of Luna brainwash a packed room with their signature ambient sound.
The Girl King: Brilliant Production to a Patchy Story
Film screened at MWFF tells the story of young queen Kristina of Sweden
Review: Dr. Living Dead! More than a Gimmick
Sweden’s Dr. Living Dead! may seem like a gimmick band but they are dead serious about their metal.
Review: GOAT’s Commune Creates its own Mythology
Psychedelic mood music from Swedish band GOAT creates its own identity with new album Commune.
Swedish Artists who Sing in English: First Aid Kit, Lykke Li and Mind Fox
Get Scandinavian by listening to these new albums by these Swedish indie groups: Lykke Li, First Aid Kit, and Nina’s new discovery, Mindfox