The Sound of Swedish Rock-and-Roll

Take a trip back to the golden era of rock and pop with The Sound of Swedish Rock-and-Roll — a playlist that captures the charm, rhythm, and occasionally quirky flavors of Sweden’s take on the genre from the 1960s and beyond. Featuring a mix of covers and original hits, you'll hear everything from the jangly guitar pop of The Lee Kings and Tages, to easygoing twists on American classics from acts like Rock-Ragge and Claes Dieden.

This collection includes early beat and pop-rock from groups like Ola & The Janglers and Hep Stars, groove-heavy instrumentals from The Spotnicks and The Caretakers, and some unexpected detours through novelty tunes, torch songs, and Scandinavian interpretations of global hits. Whether it’s Little Gerhard’s rockabilly or Björn Skifs’ pre-ABBA stylings with Slam Creepers, this playlist brings together a wide-spanning look at how Swedish artists blended local flair with international sounds.