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Peter Bjorn and John

Peter Bjorn and John

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Formed in Stockholm in 1999 by Peter Morén (vocals/guitar), Björn Yttling (bass) and John Eriksson (drums). International breakthrough with 'Young Folks' (2006) featuring Victoria Bergsman. Albums: Writer's Block (2006), Seaside Rock (2008), Living Thing (2009). Björn Yttling is also a successful producer (Lykke Li, Primal Scream).

Did you know?

The Stockholm trio whose whistling melody in 'Young Folks' went around the world — the song became one of the most recognizable indie anthems of the 2000s

Quick facts

OriginStockholm
Genre
indie popindie rockelectropop
Active1999–

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Last updated: 2026-06-18
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