Sweden's The Sounds returns with new music, U.S. tour in the spring

“Write as many good songs as possible and enjoy it while you’re on a roll. We had a great time writing this one. No pressure; just having fun,” explains vocalist Maja Ivarsson for Swedish indie rockers THE SOUNDS about the goal for the new album THINGS WE DO FOR LOVE which is set for release on May 1.

“It’s always been about being in the moment and trying to catch a good melody, chord progression or lyrics when it comes to you.” The first single to be released from the album is the title track which can be streamed here.

Maja describes “Safe and Sound” as “having the courage to dive into something new as long as you got that special person right next to you." 

About "Changes," drummer Fredrik says, “I can’t put my finger on what it is exactly but I really like the vibe of [it] - a simple song and all the instruments and vocals just fit together so nicely.”

The band's tour kicks off in late April in Brooklyn, moving onto Washington D.C., Chicago,  Denver, Los Angeles and Las Vegas before heading back overseas for a summer of major headlines and festival appearances.

“It’s gonna be absolutely amazing coming back to the U.S again,” says Maja excitedly. “It feels like coming home. We’ve done almost 20 tours on American soil and we love every bit of it. Great fans, great venues and the good free spirit."

Adds Fredrik, “I’m very excited to return to the U.S. Very very excited! Can’t wait to get back on the road again with my bandmates and our crew. See you there."

Formed in 1998 in Sweden, The Sounds debuted with 2003's Living in America and its breakthrough singles “Seven Days a Week”, "Rock 'n' Roll", and the title track. Fronted by Maja Ivarsson, The Sounds have released several albums, each spawning singles like “Tony the Beat”, "Painted By Numbers", "Song With A Mission", "No One Sleeps When I'm Awake", “Beatbox”, “Something to Die For”, “Shake Shake Shake” and “Thrill."

“I can only speak for myself but I feel very proud of this one. I’m able to write songs from a different perspective this time, being a mom and all,” says Maja, referring to her baby boy who just turned five years old earlier this year. “It’s been quite some time since we last released an album and a lot of great things have happened in between.”

The current Sounds lineup: Maja Ivarsson (vocals), Felix Rodriguez (guitar), Jesper Anderberg (guitar, keyboards), Johan Richter (bass), and Fredrik Blond (drums).

Track listing:

1. Things We Do For Love

2. Safe and Sound
3. Changes
4. Bonnie and Clyde
5. Hollow
6. Fingertips
7. Dreaming of You
8. Dim The Lights
9. Stay Free
10. Home
11. Miami