Hannes Viktor Hugo Irengård (born 12 February 1982 in Malmö) is a Swedish Guitarist, Rocksinger, and Songwriter.

In 2007 he founded the band „Royal Republic" along with three other students Adam Grahn (vocals, guitar), Jonas Almén (bass) and Per Andreasson (drums).

In 2012 they released their second album titled ’’Save the Nation’’.

In 2016 the Swedes recorded their fourth album „Weekendman".

[4][5] Royal Republic are active on the touring circuit in Europe and the United States.