Philemon Arthur & The Dung are a reclusive and enigmatic Swedish duo whose true identities have been subject to much speculation since they first emerged on the music scene in the early 1970s. Believed to have formed in the municipality of Hässleholm, their music is a distinctive blend of folk, experimental rock, and absurdist humor, often characterized by lo-fi production, simplistic melodies, and surreal, satirical lyrics. Their unconventional style and mysterious presence have earned them a cult following.

Gaining an almost mythic status within Swedish underground music, the band garnered national attention when they surprisingly won a Grammis award (the Swedish equivalent of a Grammy) for their debut album in 1972. Over the years, Philemon Arthur & The Dung have maintained their furtive existence, sporadically releasing new material while shrouded in secrecy. Their recent releases, "Får jag spy?," "Får jag spy i ditt paraply?," and the thoughtfully titled "Musikens historia del I och II," continue to showcase their idiosyncratic take on music and lyrical storytelling, entrancing a new generation of listeners while befuddling others with their peculiar brand of artistry.

Genres

Svensk Progg

Swedish Prog

Latest Release

Får jag spy?

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Philemon Arthur & The Dung

Single - Released April 21, 2023