# THE HALO EFFECT Unveil New Cover Of KENT’S Classic ‘If You Were Here’

**New Music** — On Your Markus  
**Published:** 22 August 2025  
**Author:** Markus Hamence  
**Source:** https://onyourmarkus.au/new-music-releases/the-halo-effect-unveil-new-cover-of-kents-classic-if-you-were-here/

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As the European festival season winds down after a string of unforgettable performances, **THE HALO EFFECT** surprise fans with a brand-new release — a cover of the beloved 1997 hit **‘If You Were Here’** by Swedish alternative pop-rock icons **Kent** (originally released in Swedish as *‘Om du var här’*).

Handpicked by bassist **Peter Iwers**, the track is a heartfelt tribute to a band that helped shape Sweden’s musical landscape. **The Halo Effect**’s rendition blends** Mikael Stanne**’s rich, emotive clean vocals with a hypnotic, pounding bass line and soaring melodic guitars, honouring the song’s essence while infusing it with the band’s signature sound.  
  
**Listen to ‘If You Were Here’ on all platforms: ****[https://thehaloeffect.bfan.link/iywhsg](https://nuclearblast.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f52be22febdeb73950b267672&id=ceca464a9b&e=8eb7da516a)**

**Peter Iwers **reflects:

*“Kent was a band that left a mark on many, weaving together pop rock and synth in a way that deeply moved me. This song remains one of my personal favourites. Out of respect for their artistry, we aimed to create our own version without straying too far from the soul of the original.”*

Is there more in store…..?

***THE HALO EFFECT is:***

***Niclas Engelin**** | guitar*  
***Jesper Strömblad**** | guitar*  
***Mikael Stanne**** | vocals*  
***Peter Iwers**** | bass*  
***Daniel Svensson**** | drums*

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