Strebers

Strebers
OriginSträngnäs, Sweden
GenresPunk
Years active1985–1992, 2000–2001
LabelsRosa Honung
MembersMikael "Ulke" Johansson - guitar & vocals
Fredrik "Ztikkan" Blomberg - bass
Stefan "Stipen" Carlsson - drums
Past membersPelle Pettersson - bass
Johnny Rydh - drums
Micke Blomqvist - guitar
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Strebers was one of the most influential punk bands from Sweden,[1][2][3][4] formed in Strängnäs in 1985.

Songs were conceived by drummer Johnny Rydh, who whistled melodies to guitarist Mikael "Ulke" Johansson. Johansson then in turn translated the harmonies to electric guitar. His distinctive guitar sound played a major role in Strebers' songs, which were a mix of punk rock and Swedish folk music,[5] while Rydh wrote most of the lyrics.