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Kartellen

Kartellen is a Swedish hip hop group known for its hard-edged gangsta rap and social commentary, formed in Stockholm in the late 2000s. The group consists of multiple members who collaborated on studio releases and live performances, and they became one of the prominent acts in Swedish street rap.

The group's musical style blends aggressive delivery with storytelling about urban life, crime, poverty, and friction

Kartellen released several albums and singles on independent labels and via online platforms, building a dedicated

Controversies and reception: Kartellen's lyrics and image generated public debate about violence, crime glamorization, and freedom

Legacy: They are regarded as a significant contributor to the evolution of Swedish hip hop, influencing younger

with
authorities,
often
addressing
issues
of
integration,
policing,
and
the
experiences
of
marginalized
communities.
Their
sound
draws
on
traditional
hip
hop
and
contemporary
Swedish
rap,
and
their
lyrics
are
characterized
by
direct,
uncompromising
language.
fan
base
through
tours
and
digital
exposure.
Their
work
helped
catalyze
a
broader
discussion
within
Sweden
about
youth
crime,
violence,
and
the
representation
of
street
life
in
music,
contributing
to
the
development
of
Swedish
rap's
more
confrontational
subgenres.
of
expression.
Some
members
were
subjects
of
legal
action,
and
media
coverage
ranged
from
critical
to
supportive,
reflecting
broader
societal
tensions
around
crime,
policy,
and
cultural
expression.
The
group
remains
a
reference
point
in
discussions
of
Swedish
rap's
realism
and
its
cultural
impact.
artists
and
contributing
to
the
genre's
diversification
in
the
2010s.