The Radio Dept.
Johan Duncanson's long-running group of murmured vocals over fuzzy guitars and drum machines, with 'Pet Grief' and 'Clinging to a Scheme' as high points and a pointed political streak in later records.
Where to see The Radio Dept.
- Mall Call 27-28 November 2026Tickets
About The Radio Dept.
The Radio Dept. formed in Lund, Sweden, in the mid-1990s around singer and songwriter Johan Duncanson, with Martin Larsson as a long-standing partner in the group. Their 2003 debut, Lesser Matters, set out the sound they have kept since: soft, close-miked vocals under layers of guitar distortion and simple programmed beats, sitting between dream pop and the noisier end of shoegaze.
Several of their songs appeared on the soundtrack to Sofia Coppola's Marie Antoinette, which brought the band to a wider audience outside Sweden. Releases have come slowly, often years apart. Running Out of Love (2016) turned their quiet sound toward Swedish politics and the rise of the far right.
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Questions about The Radio Dept.
What festivals is The Radio Dept. playing in 2027?
The Radio Dept. is booked at 1 festival we cover: Kilby Block Party 2027.
Is The Radio Dept. on tour?
Yes. The Radio Dept. has 3 shows listed, from Mall Call 27-28 November 2026 on Nov 27, 2026 to Los Angeles, CA on May 14, 2027, plus 1 festival on the page above.
Is The Radio Dept. playing Kilby Block Party 2027?
Yes, The Radio Dept. is on the Kilby Block Party 2027 lineup, May 14–16, 2027 at Utah State Fairpark, Salt Lake City, UT.
What kind of music does The Radio Dept. play?
The Radio Dept. plays pop.
Who is in The Radio Dept.?
The Radio Dept. is Martin Carlberg, Johan Duncanson and Daniel Tjäder. Former members include Elin Almered, Per Blomgren, Lisa Carlberg and Kim Sjölander.
When did The Radio Dept. form?
The Radio Dept. formed in Lund in 1995.
What was The Radio Dept.'s first album?
The Radio Dept.'s first album was Lesser Matters (2003). The latest is Running Out of Love (2016).