With two albums released — and a third on the way — in under two years, Agitator’s pace is as furious as their live shows. Surprisingly, the upcoming “Året av sex” is their darkest and slowest album yet, influenced by chanting witch doctors and electronic avant-garde music. Recorded partly in a barn on the island of Öland, with drums augmented or replaced by scrap metal found in a nearby bay, the album thrives on contrast. Bold and self-assured, it expands the idea of what a rock band can be in 2026 and cements Agitator as a truly significant force. Read more on ““Blyertsblad” is the first single from Agitators upcoming third album” »
Agitator – Blyertsblad
ior’s second album – Livsvärk – Out today!
“Livsvärk” reflects on time passed and who we were at the dawn of adulthood — the quiet grief over missed chances, intertwined with the comfort of growing older and finding peace within yourself. It captures the ever-present feeling of not quite fitting in, and the inability to pinpoint exactly why. At its core, the album is a tribute to life itself, and an acknowledgment that a life without pain may offer less than one shaped by hardship, survived, and ultimately transformed into strength. Read more on “ior’s second album – Livsvärk – Out today!” »
ior – Livsvärk
ior is releasing final single before album drop
“Den du en gång var” is a brutal picture of David Fridlund’s last years in the US and the struggle to endure life. Read more on “ior is releasing final single before album drop” »
ior – Den du en gång var
“Nattryttare” is the third single from ior’s upcoming second album – Livsvärk
After spending far too long with my head bowed, I finally came back to life and poured everything I felt into one song after another. And then, one day, it stopped. Suddenly. It was as if the words had vanished, as if everything that needed to be written down had already made its way out. Read more on ““Nattryttare” is the third single from ior’s upcoming second album – Livsvärk” »
ior – Nattryttare
Björns vänner – All tid i världen
Swedish legendary band Björns vänner returns with their forth 🤷🏻 fifth album – All tid i världen – is out now!
After some six or seven years, Björns vänner are finally hitting their stride again — thanks in large part to the fact that, for the first time in ages, all members are living in the same country. The tones and rhythms intertwine organically, revealing music born in the moment. Every note feels guided to shore by the steady yet gentle hand of producer Jocke Lindberg. Read more on “Swedish legendary band Björns vänner returns with their forth 🤷🏻 fifth album – All tid i världen – is out now!” »