The band was formed in January 1993[1] by Patrik Wiren (vocals) and Örjan Örnkloo (guitar, bass, programming).
[2] Based on the response to the single the band worked with MNW Zone to release their self-titled debut album, Misery Loves Co., in 1995.
[2] During live performances, Misery added Jim Edwards (guitar), Marre Ericksson (bass), and Olle Dahlstedt (drums),[2] who was replaced by Niklas Gabrielsson before their first UK show, at the Camden Underworld.
Misery's US debut disc featured a promotional CD with the track Need Another One remixed by similar bands such as Killing Joke and Pitchshifter.
Patrik Wiren went on to form the band Alpha Safari (formerly named Washoe) with some former live members from Misery Loves Co.