Viking rock

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Viking rock (also known as Vikingarock in Swedish) is a rock music genre that takes much of its themes from 19th-century Viking romanticism, [1] mixing it with elements of rockabilly, Oi! or street punk, and folk music. [1] Frequent themes occurring in Viking rock include vikings and Norse mythology, as well as Sweden's King Karl XII and the Caroleans.

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Viking rock is often linked to white supremacy. [2] Many make no distinction between Viking rock and white power music, [2] [3] and there is debate whether Viking rock is essentially racist. [1] [4] Some viking rock bands, however, disapprove of racism such as the Swedish band Hel. [5]

Kuggnäsfestivalen is a music festival that caters to viking rock. [1]

List of notable Viking rock bands

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