16 Mar 2026
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Rosendal 2025: BIJI brings a vibrant, boundary-crossing celebration

BIJI is a powerful Swedish duo formed by artist/actor Robin Nazari and filmmaker/producer Maceo Frost, based in Stockholm. Emerging in 2019, their project – named after the Kurdish word for “long live” or “viva” – originated as a bold celebration of multicultural coexistence. Robin with his Kurdish background, and Maceo with his African-American–Swedish heritage, blend […]

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Rosendal 2025: Sean Paul turns up the temperature

Sean Paul’s performance on the Sunday evening of the Rosendal Garden Party was a vibrant celebration of early‑2000s dancehall nostalgia, stirring up both classic energy and crowd‑pleasing moments. From the moment he stepped on stage, the Jamaican superstar commanded the crowd, calling out, “Stockholm, are you ready?” and livening the audience with his crowd-engagement. The […]

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Rosendal 2025: Chaka Khan – the Queen of Funk still reigns supreme

She’s a legend, she’s an icon, and her presence was shining bright on that stage when Chaka Khan headlined the closing night of Rosendal Garden Party 2025, ending the vibrant ad eclectic weekend on a high note. Born Yvette Marie Stevens in 1953, Chaka Khan rose to fame in the early 1970s as lead vocalist […]

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Rosendal 2025: Róisín Murphy keeps the audience transfixed with her theatrics and sounds

Róisín Murphy brought bold fashion, pure energy and music spanning from Moloko classics to her solo anthems when she played at the Rosendal Garden Party stage on opening night. The show was brimful with improvisational flair, Róisín’s dynamic vocals and dance-friendly beats. Róisín Murphy‘s journey spans from cult classic origins in Moloko in the 90s […]

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Electric Banana Band – a uniquely Swedish cultural phenomenon

Electric Banana Band is a joyful fusion of children’s music, rock, humour and environmental messaging, and they have entertained generations since their founding in 1980. They played at Gröna Lund and of course we were there. Created by beloved Swedish entertainers Lasse Åberg and Klasse Möllberg, the band emerged from a popular children’s TV show […]

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Rosendal Garden Party – not your average festival

Rosendal Garden Party is a truly enchanting festival that seamlessly blends music, nature, and a serene yet vibrant atmosphere. Held in the lush gardens of Rosendal Palace in Stockholm, the event feels like a well-kept secret, tucked away from the bustle of city life. As you enter the grounds, you’re greeted by large old trees […]

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In Pictures: Papi Santana takes Gröna Lund

The Swedish hip-hop star Papi Santana took to the big stage at Gröna Lund for his debut headlining performance at the iconic amusement park. Known for his raw lyrics and infectious charisma, Papi Santana has rapidly ascended as one of Sweden’s most popular hip-hop artists. The young crowd was electrified by his dynamic stage presence, […]

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Natasha Bedingfield brings a pocketful of sunshine to Gröna Lund

British pop singer and songwriter Natasha Bedingfield graced the Gröna Lund stage, delivering a performance that resonated with both nostalgia and contemporary flair. As part of the Grönan Live concert series, Bedingfield captivated the audience with her stage presence and a setlist including her big international hits. Natasha Bedingfield is renowned for her chart-toppers like […]

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Everybody’s favorite Sauna Brothers KAJ kick off their tour in Stockholm

Fresh off their 4th place finish at the Eurovision Song Contest, the Fenno-Swedish comedy and music group KAJ kicked off their extensive Sauna Tour at Gröna Lund in Stockholm. The amusement park was packed with KAJ fans, both long-time Finland-Swedish fans as well as newer recruits who found the group through their participation in Melodifestivalen. […]

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YIHAA! Dolly Style back on the Gröna Lund stage

Swedish pop sensation Dolly Style returned to the big stage at Gröna Lund with a dazzling show and their fun energy. Known for their vibrant aesthetics, Molly, Polly, Holly and Yolly made sure the young fans had the time of their lives. Donning their signature pastel outfits matching their hair colors, Dolly Style gave the […]

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