Q+A: Peter Bjorn and John

Peter Bjorn and John can’t sit still.  The three Swedes have created indie-pop anthems, remixed tracks by artists ranging from Depeche Mode to Miike Snow, and collaborated with Mick Boogie to release the hip-hop infused Re-living Thing.  And, as anyone at their recent St. Louis concert can confirm, PB&J can play a mean cover of “Roll Over Beethoven.”  We had the chance to talk with drummer John Eriksson about his favorite influences and why the hip-hop world can’t get enough of his band.

Peter Bjorn and John – Objects Of My Affection

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This entry was written by Mike Murray, posted on December 15, 2009 at 12:27 pm, filed under Q+A and tagged John Eriksson, Peter Bjorn and John, Re-living Thing. Leave a comment or view the discussion at the permalink.

Peter Bjorn and John @ The Gargoyle 11/13/09

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Peter Morén, Björn Yttling, and John Eriksson must be the happiest indie rock group ever to earn pitchfork fame.  They kicked off their Friday night show at the Gargoyle with a whistling contest to pick a guest star from the audience to accompany them on stage during “Young Folks,” the well-known crowd favorite.  This playful game would forecast a jubilant mood for the coming show, which opened with a drawn-out and escalating intro to “Amsterdam.”   This energy built by crescendo and back lighting would persist for the rest of the night. (more…)

This entry was written by David Maxwell, posted on November 16, 2009 at 12:39 am, filed under Live and tagged Peter Bjorn and John, The Gargoyle. Leave a comment or view the discussion at the permalink.