The Hives

The Profile

The Hives are a Swedish garage-punk band formed in 1993 in Fagersta, known for explosive live shows, black-and-white attire, and shout-along anthems.

Swedish band from Fagersta formed in 1993. Fronted by Howlin’ Pelle Almqvist; the Almqvist brothers are noted in reviews. Signature black-and-white suits and high-energy, interactive shows. Key tracks cited include Hate to Say I Told You So, Main Offender, Tick Tick Boom. Albums discussed include Veni Vidi Vicious, Tyrannosaurus Hives, and The Black and White Album.

Swedish garage-punk outfit The Hives deliver high-velocity records and even higher-velocity shows, complete with black-and-white finery and sweat-soaked mayhem. Reviews here praise their live power and punchy singles like Hate to Say I Told You So, Main Offender, and Tick Tick Boom, while critiquing originality on some albums. Early work channels hardcore brevity; later records add sheen and experiments. Formed in 1993, they remain a stage-first band.