Swedish progressive rock, often dubbed "Swedish Prog," is a music genre that marries the complexity and instrumental prowess of classic progressive rock with distinctive elements of Swedish folk, jazz, and psychedelia. The genre experienced an upsurge in the 1970s during a period often referred to as the "progg" movement in Sweden, which was as much a cultural and political phenomenon as it was a musical one. Swedish Prog bands are characterized by their eclectic approach to songwriting, blending intricate compositions, melancholic melodies, and thoughtful, often Swedish-language lyrics. The sound can range from the symphonic and grandiose textures of bands like The Flower Kings to the more avant-garde and experimental stylings of groups like Samla Mammas Manna, embodying a distinctly Nordic sensibility that sets it apart from its international counterparts.
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