Swedish duo Southside Café have shared their latest single, “Like Sparks From the Sun,” and it might be their strongest release so far.
The track shows just how far they have come since their last album, leaning into a bigger, more cinematic sound while staying grounded in melody.
The song starts quietly, built around soft guitar lines and a restrained vocal from Anders Ljung. His voice is the real anchor here, which remains intimate and reflective as the production becomes more powerful and commanding as the track builds. You can hear flashes of ‘90s alternative rock in the mix, yet it never feels like imitation.
Producer and songwriter Johan R. Norberg keeps the arrangement tight and purposeful. Nothing feels overdone. The dynamics are carefully paced, letting the emotion rise naturally instead of forcing it. By the time the final chorus hits, the song feels earned rather than explosive for the sake of it.
What stands out most is the intent behind it all.
From melody to lyrics, Southside Café clearly cares about the details.
“Like Sparks From the Sun” feels thoughtful, ambitious, and confident. If this is the direction they are heading, they are carving out a compelling place in Scandinavian rock.
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