These Modern Times is a synth-drenched art pop band from Stockholm, Sweden. There’s definitely an echo of new wave and a nod towards some of the heroes from the 70’s and 80’s independent music scenes.
Strong lyrical contents and melodies are important to the band. So are also the visuals, which are given playful colours and patterns.
Images, still or moving, are always around. Initially, used as backdrops during gigs to add an element of theatricality and drama.
– Images are now constantly projected at the studio walls during rehearsal as a way to spur imagination, says Kristofer Arbeus, the bands keyboard player, and the creator of all art work. Art Direction is also Kristofer’s profession, currently working in-house at a major corporation.
Many see a certain uniqueness to the band’s approach.
– There is a three-dimensionality to the music that is a little different to other performers, especially in smaller venues. You don’t really get that mature approach to a whole package very often, says Marc The Shark, DJ at Stockholm’s Rocket 95.3 FM.
Lars and Björn live at Klubben in Stockholm >
These Modern Times is a five-piece band, hailing from Stockholm, Sweden:
Björn Aldén – bass, guitar and backing vocals
Kristofer Arbeus – keyboards and synthesizers
Johan Enbuske – drums
Lars Haukeland – vocals and guitar
Mikael Heller – lead guitar
< Kristofer, Björn, Johan, Mikael and Lars
inside the rehearsal space in Södermalm, Stockholm
Discography:
People Lie (EP, 2016)
Pictures Of The Sky (EP, 2019)
Monsters Parade (EP, 2022)
Make It Happen (single, 2025)
1000 Years in One (single, 2025)
Move In Silence (single, 2026)
The End Of a Season (single, 2026)
Look for Me (single, 2026)
These Modern Times 