Hater is a Swedish indie pop quartet formed in Malmö in 2016. The band quickly gained international traction with their debut EP 'Radius' and subsequent full-length 'You Tried', released via PNKSLM Recordings.
Their sound identity is characterized by a blend of jangle pop, dream pop, and post-punk influences, often compared to acts like Alvvays and The Radio Dept. The band's evolution has seen them move from the raw urgency of their early garage-inflected work toward a more sophisticated, atmospheric production style on later releases like 'Siesta' and 'Sincere'. Critically, they are praised for their ability to maintain a sense of 'Swedish cool' while delivering deeply emotive and vulnerable songwriting. They occupy a central role in the modern Malmö indie scene, frequently collaborating with producer Joakim Lindberg. Their influence web connects 1980s jangle pop (The Pretenders) with modern dream pop aesthetics, making them a staple for listeners seeking high-quality, melancholic guitar music.
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