The Cardigans facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
The Cardigans
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The Cardigans performing in Belo Horizonte, Brazil in 2006
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| Origin | Jönköping, Sweden |
| Genres | Alternative rock, pop rock, indie rock, indie pop |
| Years active | 1992–present (hiatus: 2007–2011) |
| Labels | MCA, Mercury, Minty Fresh, Stockholm, Universal |
| Associated acts | A Camp, Righteous Boy, Paus, Brothers of End |
| Members | Lars-Olof Johansson Bengt Lagerberg Nina Persson Magnus Sveningsson Peter Svensson |
The Cardigans are a cool Swedish pop rock band that started in October 1992. They became famous for their catchy songs and unique sound. Their music often mixes pop melodies with rock guitars, making it fun and interesting to listen to.
The band includes five talented members: Nina Persson (who sings), Peter Svensson (who plays guitar), Magnus Sveningsson (who plays bass), Bengt Lagerberg (who plays drums), and Lars-Olof Johansson (who plays keyboard and guitar).
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Who Are The Cardigans?
The Cardigans formed in the city of Jönköping, Sweden. They quickly began writing and performing their own songs. Their unique style helped them stand out in the music world.
How They Started
The band came together in 1992. They worked hard to create their own sound, mixing different types of music. This helped them build a strong fan base in Sweden. Their first album, Emmerdale, was released in 1994 and was very popular in their home country.
Their Music Style
The Cardigans are known for their mix of pop rock and indie pop. Their songs often have smooth vocals from Nina Persson and interesting guitar parts. They have a sound that is both sweet and a little bit edgy. This made their music appealing to many different listeners around the world.
Famous Songs and Albums
While Emmerdale was a hit in Sweden, it was their second album, Life, released in 1995, that helped them become known internationally. This album showed off their growing talent and unique sound.
"Lovefool" and Beyond
Their biggest breakthrough came in 1996 with the song Lovefool. This song was featured in the movie Romeo + Juliet, which made it super popular worldwide. Lovefool became a huge hit song and is still one of their most recognized tunes today.
After Lovefool, The Cardigans continued to release successful albums like Gran Turismo (1998) and Long Gone Before Daylight (2003). They showed that they could create different kinds of music while still keeping their signature style.
Taking a Break
After many years of making music and touring, the band decided to take a break in 2006. This allowed the members to work on other projects. They later started performing together again in 2011, much to the delight of their fans.
Images for kids
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The Cardigans performing in June 2004.
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Nina Persson in concert
See also
In Spanish: The Cardigans para niños
