Swedish retro-rock band Children of the Sün will release their sophomore studio album "Roots" in 2022. Inspired by Janis Joplin, Rival Sons, and the free lovin’ spirit of 1969’s legendary Woodstock Festival, Children of the Sün embody both the carefree and reflective sides of classic rock music. Following their 2018 success in the Swedish music competition Livekarusellen, the band released a self-titled EP and later came under the wing of The Sign Records, joining acts such as Hällas, MaidaVale, Skraeckoedlan, and The Hawkins. But back to Roots: The album opens with Reflection, a slow bluesy ballad reminiscent of The Four Non-Blonde’s “What’s Up”. It builds up to a cracking lead solo before fading gracefully away – a very promising start! Leaves is next, a heavier rocky sound but still with that mix of ballad and beef. In a sense, the multi-layered vocals have a touch of Abba about them, albeit within the ever-present retro-rock sound. Next up is Blood Boils Hot, continuing that darker, heavier, slow-pounding sound – but still massively tuneful.
