Backyard Babies

The Profile

Backyard Babies are a Swedish rock band from Nässjö, formed in the late 1980s. Known for fusing hard rock, punk, and glam, the classic lineup features Nicke Borg, Dregen, Johan Blomqvist, and Peder Carlsson. They broke through with Total 13 (1998), continued with Making Enemies Is Good (2001), took a hiatus in 2010–2014, and returned with Four by Four and Sliver & Gold.

Reviews highlight their mix of Ramones-style punk, glam flash, and AC/DC bite; People Like People Like People Like Us was produced by Nicke Andersson. Live reputation is strong (see Live In Paris), and their catalog includes acclaimed albums like Total 13 alongside divisive entries like Stockholm Syndrome.

DeBaser’s take on Backyard Babies spans high praise for Total 13 and Makin’ Enemies Is Good, solid nods to People Like People Like People Like Us and the 2008 self‑titled, and a sharp thumbs‑down to Stockholm Syndrome. Live In Paris is hailed as proof of their stage firepower. Expect hard rock/punk hooks, glam grit, and choruses built to stick.