The Cardigans
Swedish band who moved from the lounge-tinged sweetness of 'Lovefool' to the darker, sleeker rock of 'My Favourite Game', with Nina Persson's cool, detached vocals throughout.
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About The Cardigans
The Cardigans formed in 1992 in Jönköping, southern Sweden, with Nina Persson on vocals alongside Peter Svensson, Magnus Sveningsson, Lars-Olof Johansson and Bengt Lagerberg. Their early albums Emmerdale and Life, made with producer Tore Johansson in Malmö, mixed jazzy lounge arrangements with pop melodies, and they had a habit of turning Black Sabbath songs into soft bossa-style covers.
'Lovefool', from First Band on the Moon (1996), became an international hit after appearing in the film Romeo + Juliet. Gran Turismo (1998) moved toward cold electronics and heavier guitars, while Long Gone Before Daylight (2003) and Super Extra Gravity (2005) took on a rootsier, more country-tinged rock sound.
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What festivals is The Cardigans playing in 2027?
The Cardigans is booked at 1 festival we cover: Isle of Wight 2027.
Is The Cardigans playing Isle of Wight 2027?
Yes, The Cardigans is on the Isle of Wight 2027 lineup, June 17–20, 2027 at Seaclose Park, Newport, Isle of Wight, UK.
What kind of music does The Cardigans play?
The Cardigans plays pop.
Who is in The Cardigans?
The Cardigans is Bengt Lagerberg (drums), Nina Persson (lead vocals), Magnus Sveningsson (bass, background vocals) and Lars-Olof Johansson (guitar, keyboards). Former members include Mattias Alfheim and Peter Svensson.
When did The Cardigans form?
The Cardigans formed in Jönköping in 1992.
What was The Cardigans's first album?
The Cardigans's first album was Emmerdale (1994). The latest is Super Extra Gravity (2005).