Vikingarna facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Vikingarna
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| Background information | |
| Origin | Karlstad, Sweden |
| Genres | Dansband |
| Years active | 1958–2004 Hiatus: 1993-1995 |
| Labels | EMI (1973-1974, 1988-2004) Mariann Records (1975-1987) |
| Members | Christer Sjögren Erik Lihm Tony Eriksson Kenth Andersson Johan Norgren Lasse Wellander |
| Past members | Lasse Westmann (deceased) Anders Erixon (deceased) Stefan Borsch Klas Anderhaal Tord Sjöman Per-Anders Carlsson Börje Gunnarsson Lars-Åke Svantesson Jörgen Arnemar |
Vikingarna was a very popular music group from Sweden. They played a type of music called dansband. The band started in 1958 and continued making music until they stopped in 2004. They were known for their catchy songs and for making people want to dance!
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Who Were Vikingarna?
Vikingarna was one of the most famous dansbands in Sweden. They were active for many years, from 1958 to 2004. During this time, they released many albums and became very well-known. Their music was loved by many people across Sweden and even in other countries.
Their Musical Journey
The band started in Karlstad, Sweden. Over the years, they had different members, but they always kept their unique sound. They became famous for their "kramgoa låtar," which means "cuddly songs" or "songs to hug to." These were often ballads or upbeat tunes perfect for dancing.
What is a Dansband?
A dansband is a type of music group that plays popular music for dancing. This style of music is very popular in Sweden and other Nordic countries. Dansbands often play at dance halls, community centers, and festivals. Their music usually has a strong beat and simple, memorable melodies.
Popular Songs and Albums
Vikingarna released many successful albums throughout their career. Their most famous series of albums was called Kramgoa låtar. They released many albums in this series, starting with Kramgoa låtar 1 in 1975. These albums often featured a mix of new songs and covers of popular hits.
Some of their other well-known albums included Här kommer Vikingarna and Vikingarnas julparty. They also released "Greatest Hits" albums, showing how many popular songs they had. Their music often topped the charts in Sweden.
Important Band Members
Over the years, many talented musicians were part of Vikingarna. One of the most famous members was Christer Sjögren. He was the lead singer for a long time and became the face of the band. His voice was very recognizable and helped make Vikingarna so popular. Other important members included Stefan Borsch, who was an early lead singer, and musicians like Erik Lihm and Tony Eriksson.
The End of an Era
After many successful years, Vikingarna decided to stop playing together in 2004. Their final concert was a big event, marking the end of a long and impressive career. Even after they stopped, their music continued to be loved by fans. They left a lasting mark on Swedish music.
