While it may seem as though all the great bands come from the U.S. or Britain (ok Bono… and Ireland), there is actually a strong rock presence in the Scandinavian country of Sweden as well. With a very diverse music scene, Sweden’s melodic mixture includes polka groups, punk rockers, pop stars, folk singers and a thousand different heavy metal bands. They also are home to a number of alternative/indie rock groups who are putting out great music with a sound and voice all their own. We showcase ten of those artists in our Sweden Rocks! Playlist.

Shout Out Louds – The Comeback
Album: Howl Howl Gaff Gaff (2003)

Kent - Things She Said
Album: Isola (1997)

The Hellacopters – Hopeless Case Of A Kid In Denial
Album: High Visibility (2002)

Tallest Man on Earth – King of Spain
Album: The Wild Hunt (2010)

Soundtrack of Our Lives – Nevermore
Album: Behind The Music (2002)

Mando Diao – Gloria
Album: Give Me Fire (2009)

The Hives – Main Offender
Album: Veni Vidi Vicious (2000)

Sahara Hotnights – Cheek to Cheek
Album: What If Leaving Is A Loving Thing (2007)

Tiger Lou – The Loyal
Album: The Loyal (2008)

Millencolin - Detox
Album: Machine 15 (2008)