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Europe is the Swedish hard rock band formed in 1979 in Upplands Väsby, originally known as Force. They rose to international fame with the iconic hit The Final Countdown, a song that propelled them onto global stages and remains a defining anthem of rock. With eleven studio albums under their belt and a twelfth in the works as of 2025, Europe continues to tour and release music that blends melodic hooks with powerful guitar work. This page provides a detailed biography, highlights from their discography, and up-to-date information on upcoming tours and appearances.