Hills is a Swedish psychedelic rock collective formed in Gothenburg around 2007. They are central figures in the modern Swedish psych scene, sharing a spiritual and sonic lineage with bands like Goat and Träd, Gräs & Stenar.
, the spiritual jazz of John Coltrane, and the raw textures of early extreme metal. This eclectic mix results in a highly meditative, improvisational style that emphasizes atmosphere and rhythm over lyrical messaging. Their career is marked by a series of critically acclaimed releases on labels like Rocket Recordings, with 'Frid' (2015) standing as their definitive studio statement. Critics often highlight their ability to maintain an 'honest, analog, and raw' production aesthetic. They occupy a unique space where space rock, folk-inflected psychedelia, and experimental drone intersect, making them a staple for collectors of heavy psych and underground European rock.
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