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Image courtesy of Festival Cruïlla.

For more than thirty years, The Hives, made up of Howlin’ Pelle, Chris Dangerous, The Johan and Only, Nicholaus Arson and Vigilante Carlstroem, have left their mark on rock music worldwide. They have filled major stadiums and shared the stage with legends such as AC/DC and The Rolling Stones. The BBC has described them as “a force of nature,” while Rolling Stone has included their album Veni Vidi Vicious among the 100 best of the decade. Their anthem “Hate To Say I Told You So” has been recognized by Pitchfork as one of the 500 best songs of the 2000s. With millions of albums sold, platinum records and accolades such as Grammys, MTV Awards and NME Awards, the Swedish quintet has established itself as an undisputed rock reference—to the point that, according to Joe Strummer, they saved rock’n’roll.

A concert in the 2026 edition of Festival Cruïlla.

Sounds of the City: Summer Music Festivals

What are your plans for summer? If you’re staying in the city, you won’t be alone. Barcelona is becoming a go-to destination for festival lovers, given Catalunya’s covetable combination of culture, great weather and an increasingly diverse concert circuit. So if you’re looking to expand your horizons while staying put this season, check out our article Sounds of the City: Summer Music Festivals for a summary of the summer music events taking place in Barcelona, from big-name gatherings to boutique takeovers.

For more music events check our online events calendar.