Zar Paulo

Zar Paulo consists of five high school friends — Emil, Anton, Martin, Tobias, and Johan — from Aarhus, Denmark, who together create nostalgic, new wave-inspired pop-rock. Formed in 2014, the band channels the synthesizer-driven energy of '80s new wave and post-punk into a contemporary Scandinavian pop context with infectious hooks and cinematic production. With over 108,000 monthly Spotify listeners, Zar Paulo has established themselves as one of the most exciting acts emerging from the Danish indie scene. Their synthpop-inflected sound bridges the gap between retro influences and modern sensibilities, earning them a devoted following across Scandinavia and growing international recognition.