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Members:
Axwell, Steve Angello, Sebastian Ingrosso
Based in: Sweden
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Swedish House Mafia is a Swedish electronic music supergroup consisting of three DJs and producers: Axwell (Axel Christofer Hedfors), Steve Angello (Steven Patrik Josefsson Fragogiannis), and Sebastian Ingrosso (Sebastian Carmine Ingrosso). Known for their huge influence on the global electronic dance music (EDM) scene, the trio rose to prominence in the late 2000s and early 2010s with a series of iconic anthems, live performances, and their impact on the club and festival circuits.
Formation and Early Years
Swedish House Mafia was officially formed in 2008, but the three members had been collaborating and crossing paths for years. They had strong roots in the Swedish club scene, where each had built successful solo careers as DJs and producers. Before forming the group, Axwell, Steve Angello, and Sebastian Ingrosso were already well-known for their individual tracks and remixes in the house music genre. The chemistry between the three led to frequent collaborations, eventually culminating in the creation of Swedish House Mafia.
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Breakthrough and Global Success
The trio released their first official single, “One”, in 2010, which became a massive hit and brought them international recognition. The song, which features Pharrell Williams on its vocal version titled “One (Your Name)”, topped charts worldwide and became a festival staple. It set the stage for their debut studio album, Until One (2010), a compilation of their work and live performances.
Their follow-up singles, including “Miami 2 Ibiza” (featuring Tinie Tempah) and “Save the World”, continued to cement their position as one of the leading forces in EDM. The group’s reputation grew with their electrifying live shows, including their headline performances at major music festivals such as Ultra Music Festival, Electric Daisy Carnival, and Tomorrowland.
Until Now and Final Tour
In 2012, Swedish House Mafia released Until Now, a compilation album that served as a soundtrack for their farewell tour. The album included hit tracks like “Don’t You Worry Child” (featuring John Martin), which became one of their biggest singles, reaching No. 1 in several countries and earning multiple platinum certifications. The emotional depth of “Don’t You Worry Child” resonated with fans and became synonymous with the group’s legacy.
Following the release of Until Now, Swedish House Mafia embarked on their farewell tour, titled “One Last Tour“, which spanned across continents and sold-out arenas and stadiums globally. Their final show took place at Ultra Music Festival in Miami in March 2013, marking what was thought to be the end of the group.
Hiatus and Solo Careers
After disbanding, the members pursued their solo careers:
- Axwell and Ingrosso formed a duo, Axwell Λ Ingrosso, releasing several successful singles like “Sun Is Shining” and “Something New.”
- Steve Angello focused on his solo career and label, Size Records, and released his debut solo album, Wild Youth, in 2015.
While the trio remained busy with their individual projects, speculation about a reunion persisted among fans.
Reunion and Paradise Again
In March 2018, Swedish House Mafia surprised the world by reuniting for a performance at Ultra Music Festival, five years after their farewell. This sparked rumors of new music and a potential tour. Over the next couple of years, they teased new material, and in 2021, they officially released “It Gets Better” and “Lifetime” (featuring Ty Dolla Sign and 070 Shake), marking their return to the music scene.
In 2022, Swedish House Mafia released their long-awaited debut studio album, Paradise Again, featuring collaborations with artists such as the Weeknd (on the track “Moth to a Flame”) and ASAP Rocky. The album marked a more experimental sound, blending their signature EDM style with elements of hip-hop, R&B, and pop. They also embarked on the “Paradise Again World Tour” to support the album, reestablishing their dominance in the EDM world.
The group performed at the opening ceremony of the 2023 FIFA Club World Cup on 12 December 2023 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
In January 2024, Tomorrowland announced Swedish House Mafia would be performing at the 20-year anniversary festival called Life.
Musical Style and Legacy
Swedish House Mafia‘s music is characterized by uplifting melodies, big-room house beats, and anthemic hooks. Their ability to create festival anthems and their high-energy live performances played a pivotal role in popularizing the EDM movement worldwide. They are credited with helping to bring electronic dance music to the mainstream, alongside other key figures in the genre.
With their large-scale productions, visual spectacles, and crowd-pleasing sound, Swedish House Mafia helped define a new era of dance music. Their influence is seen in both the rise of the festival culture and the fusion of pop and electronic music in the 2010s.
Discography Highlights
- Studio Albums:
- Paradise Again (2022)
- Compilation Albums:
- Until One (2010)
- Until Now (2012)
- Notable Singles:
- “One (Your Name)” (2010)
- “Save the World” (2011)
- “Don’t You Worry Child” (2012)
- “Moth to a Flame” (2021)
Influence and Future
Swedish House Mafia continues to be one of the most influential acts in the world of electronic music. Their reunion, new music, and ongoing tours have reignited their status as pioneers of modern EDM, and their evolution as artists reflects the changing landscape of electronic music. With Paradise Again and their collaborative projects, the group has shown they can still captivate audiences, while expanding their sound into new, innovative directions.
Their discography includes one studio album, two compilation albums, two live albums, two EPs, sixteen singles, and nine music videos.
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