50/60´s Rock´n roll Nights
Get ready for unforgettable nights filled with the absolute best in Rockabilly and early Rock’n Roll – all handpicked by Lasse Strandheim, the driving force behind TAIL Records. With decades of passion and expertise, Lasse’s ear for authentic sound guarantees a lineup that captures the true spirit of the 1950s and 60s.
From raw energy to smooth rhythms, every band has been chosen to deliver the real deal. This is your chance to experience a festival atmosphere that stands shoulder to shoulder with the world’s greatest Rockabilly events – from High Rockabilly in Spain to Viva Las Vegas in the USA and Rockabilly Rave in England.
Authentic. Powerful. Unforgettable.
Welcome to 50/60’s Rock’n Roll Nights at American Days 2026.
Our lineup will be updated here continuously as new bands are booked.
Mischief
Country:Netherlands
Genre: Rockabilly
Mischief! is one of the most exciting bands on today’s rock’n’roll scene. With only three members, they deliver a powerful and energetic live show filled with original songs and 50s-inspired rock’n’roll vibes. Known for their humor, stage presence, and infectious energy, Mischief! always gets the crowd dancing and smiling. Get ready for a true rock’n’roll party when they hit the stage at American Days!
JOHNNY HORSEPOWER
/ THE BAND IN BLACK
Country: Denmark
Genre: Outlaw, Honky Tonk, Country
Johnny Horsepower pay tribute to the legendary Johnny Cash & The Tennessee Two with an authentic 50s sound and powerful live performances. Since 2010 they’ve played hundreds of shows across Europe, bringing classics from Cash’s golden years (1955–1972) back to life. With sharp style, raw energy, and even recordings made at Sun Studios with Cash’s original drummer WS “Fluke” Holland, the band captures the true spirit of outlaw country and honky tonk. Don’t miss them at American Days!
Scotty Baker
Country: Australia
Genre: Rockabilly, Country
Scotty Baker is one of Australia’s finest rockabilly singer-songwriters, known for his sharp style and authentic 50s-inspired sound. With clever storytelling and a knack for writing songs that feel personal, he has built an international following and performed at major festivals across Europe and the USA. His discography includes several acclaimed albums, collaborations with leading artists in the scene, and his new release Silver Fox is set for 2025. Expect a mix of high-energy rockabilly and country charm when Scotty Baker takes the stage at American Days!
Charlie Thompson
Country: UK / United Kingdom
Genre: Hillbilly, Honky Tonk, Rockabilly, Western Swing
Charlie Thompson brings the golden age of country and rockabilly back to life with a voice and style rooted in the honky tonks and dancehalls of the 1950s. Known for his authentic hillbilly sound, Western Swing influence, and heartfelt stage presence, he has earned a strong reputation across the international roots music scene.
As the first European to win Dale Watson’s Ameripolitan Award for Best Honky Tonk Male in Austin, and with acclaimed releases such as Untamed Heart, Charlie has proven himself to be one of today’s leading voices in traditional country music. He’s also no stranger to American Days — having performed here before, he now returns to deliver another unforgettable show.
Don’t miss Charlie Thompson live at American Days!
The Go Getters
Country: Sweden
Genre: Rockabilly, Blues, Country
Formed in Västerås back in 1988, The Go Getters have spent over three decades firing up dancefloors around the world with their explosive mix of blues-marinated, high-octane rockabilly. Fronted by stand-up drummer and songwriter Peter Sandberg, the trio deliver a raw, party-driven sound that keeps the beer flowing and the crowd moving all night long.
From their breakthrough single You Don’t Love Me in 1992 to legendary albums like Real Gone! and Hotter Than a Pepper, The Go Getters have become a milestone in modern Euro rockabilly. They’ve toured relentlessly across Europe, the U.S., and Australia, sharing stages with icons like Ronnie Dawson, Sleepy La Beef, and Johnny Powers — and blowing away crowds at festivals from Viva Las Vegas to Hemsby.
Now it’s time to turn up the heat at American Days, as The Go Getters bring their true “city-fied and country-fried rockabilly” back to Sweden’s biggest Americana party.
The Jetaways
Country: Sweden
Genre: Rockabilly, Rock ’n’ Roll
From Närke comes The Jetaways, led by frontman and kapellmästare Jan Östlund. A familiar face at American Days, Janne not only fronts the band but also plays a key role behind the scenes, helping put together backing bands for singers from near and far. Many will also recognize him as the bassist alongside Eva Eastwood — but here he takes center stage, backed by the talented Letskog family.
With their mix of tight musicianship, vintage energy, and pure rock’n’roll spirit, The Jetaways deliver the kind of show that gets every crowd moving. After memorable performances in past years, they now return once again to American Days on Öland, June 4–6, 2026.
Don’t miss The Jetaways — homegrown Swedish rockabilly at its best!
The Wild Goners
Country: France
Genre: Rockabilly, Rock ’n’ Roll
From deep within the European rock’n’roll scene comes The Wild Goners, a band that has been keeping the true spirit of 1950s rockabilly alive since 1993. Known for their driving rhythm, vintage sound, and high-energy performances, they’ve become a favorite on international stages across Europe.
It’s been nearly 20 years since they last played in Sweden — and now they’re finally back. With a style that blends raw rockabilly with classic rock’n’roll, The Wild Goners bring an authentic American sound that fits perfectly at American Days Rockin-Barn.
Don’t miss The Wild Goners live at American Days 2026 — pure rock’n’roll, delivered with passion and fire.
Okawango Outlaws
Sweden
Genre: Rock´n roll
From sunny Värmland more precisely from Torsby where many nice bands have come from, this time a Rock'n'Roll band called Okawango Outlaws where the singer comes from Blue Valley Boys.