The Knife, an enigmatic and influential Swedish electronic music duo, was formed in 1999 by siblings Karin Dreijer and Olof Dreijer. Known for their distinct and experimental sound, The Knife's music is a blend of synthetic beats, ambiguous lyrics, and a distinctive vocal style that often features pitch-shifting and other effects. They garnered international acclaim with their 2003 album "Deep Cuts," which included the hit "Heartbeats," but it was their reluctance to conform to music industry norms and their socio-political activism that cemented their status as avant-garde icons.

Through their career, The Knife pushed boundaries both sonically and visually, often wearing masks in promotional photos and avoiding mainstream media appearances. Their final studio album, "Shaking the Habitual" (2013), was a tour de force of political commentary and genre-defying soundscapes, followed by a multimedia-intensive tour that ended up being their last. While they disbanded in 2014 after their final tour "Shaking the Habitual: Live at Terminal 5," the legacy of The Knife endures, influencing a wide range of artists who seek to merge electronic music with performance art and societal critique. The above-mentioned releases highlight a collection of reworks and live material that offer a deeper exploration into the duo's unique approach to music and performance.

Genres

Alternative Dance

Art Pop

Dance-punk

Electronica

Gothenburg Indie

Indietronica

Neo-synthpop

New Rave

Swedish Electropop

Swedish Synthpop

Trip Hop

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Latest Release

Manhood

The Knife

Single - Released August 14, 2021