Carina Jaarnek, a celebrated Swedish dansband singer, has enjoyed a remarkable career that has endured for several decades. During the 1970s, she gained widespread recognition as a member of the extremely popular dansband Frösöflickorna, whose popularity transcended regional boundaries and resonated with audiences across the country.
In the 1980s, Carina Jaarnek continued to hone her craft, performing alongside the esteemed Bosse Påhlssons orkester and the talented Alfstarz, before ultimately deciding to take the reins and form her own band, Carina Jaarneks orkester.
Jaarnek's extraordinary aptitude and remarkable proficiency as a musician led to her being affectionately dubbed "The dansband queen of Sweden," a testament to her remarkable contributions to the world of Swedish music. Her initial foray onto the prestigious Svensktoppen charts occurred in the year 1986, with the release of the captivating song "Natten tänder ljus på himlen," a track that showcased her unique style and artistry. Following this successful debut, Jaarnek continued to make a name for herself in the world of Swedish music by participating in the esteemed Melodifestivalen competition in the year 1994. During this notable performance, she took to the stage alongside her younger brother Mikael Jaarnek, with whom she shared the spotlight to perform the memorable song "Det är aldrig försent," a powerful and emotive ballad that further cemented her status as a talented and accomplished musician.
In the year 2002, the talented artist Jaarnek made a comeback to the prestigious Melodifestivalen competition, this time with the captivating song "Son of a Liar", which unfortunately did not make it to the final round, but rather progressed to the second chance round, where it had the opportunity to gain more recognition and accolades.
However, prior to this comeback, Jaarnek had already gained international recognition and acclaim, particularly in 1995 when she took home the impressive third-place prize at the renowned Sopot International Song Festival, with her powerful and emotive song "I want you back my love", which was originally titled "Då vaknar kärleken" in Swedish. This remarkable achievement served as a testament to her exceptional vocal talent and ability to connect with audiences on a global scale.
Jaarnek's familial connections to the world of music were deeply rooted, as her sister, Towe Jaarnek, is also a talented singer who shares her passion for the art form.
In the year 2005, Jaarnek embarked on a creative venture of great significance, collaborating with a group of renowned musicians who had the privilege of working alongside the legendary Elvis Presley.
Together, they recorded an album in the iconic city of Memphis, Tennessee, a place steeped in musical history and tradition. The album in question featured an impressive array of talented individuals, including the legendary James Burton, the accomplished Jerry Sheff, the skilled Glen Hardin, the experienced Ronnie Tutt, the accomplished Charlie McCoy, the renowned BB Cunningham, the successful Billy Swan, the esteemed D. J. Fontana, and the highly respected Paul Burlison.
This collaborative effort ultimately earned Jaarnek a prestigious Guldklaven award, a testament to her hard work and dedication to her craft.
Noted musician Jaarnek's discography also included recordings made in the City of Angels, Los Angeles, where he collaborated with the renowned guitarist Albert Lee, whose distinctive style significantly contributed to the tracks.
