The Sons Of Guns Bring Modern Sunshine To ’70s Folk-Rock With Radiant Debut EP ‘You Shine The Sun’

Emerging from the sun-drenched hills of Nice with roots stretching back to Doncaster and even Bombay, genre-blurring quintet The Sons Of Guns release their debut EP You Shine The Sun today via Luna Rising Records — and with it, stake their claim as torchbearers for a new era of folk-infused Americana. Combining sun-kissed melodies, gorgeous five-part harmonies, and a playful reverence for ‘70s folk-rock, the six-track collection opens with its title track and focus single. What begins as a gentle acoustic reverie carried by frontman David Zincke’s warm vocal soon swells into something far more ambitious: a vibrant journey of layered instrumentation and emotional crescendo. It’s a shimmering introduction to the band’s style, rooted in authenticity and an irresistible, feel-good energy.

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Speaking on the release, Zincke shares: “This EP is more than just a bunch of songs, it’s a family story, really. Three of us are cousins, and we’ve been playing music together most of our lives… These six songs are a snapshot of where we’ve ended up so far, written and recorded with a lot of love, a few bruises, and a real sense of togetherness.”

That deep familial bond and shared musical heritage are at the heart of the project. Zincke, along with fellow Englishmen Scott Richman, Jack Daniel, and Frankie Connolly, are joined by their sole French bandmate Aymeric Ardimanni, and together they bring the kind of intuitive chemistry that can’t be faked. From high-spirited ski resort jams in the Alps to collaborations with the likes of Rick Astley and Joss Stone, they’ve carved a space that feels both nostalgic and joyously new.

The EP features recent singles like the buoyant Hollywood, the tender How Much I Loved Her So, and the groove-driven It’s Getting Better, alongside fresh cuts Free Wheeler — think The Eagles with a power-pop punch — and Days Like These, which leans deeper into their rootsy, harmony-driven sound reminiscent of Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young.

Notably, You Shine The Sun features a co-writing credit from Charlie Winston, adding further pedigree to a release that brims with soulful charisma and timeless charm. With all six tracks written collaboratively by the band and co-produced by Zincke and Nick Dawes, this debut feels like the work of seasoned storytellers — not just newcomers testing the waters.

Having lit up MUSEXPO and gathered buzz for their captivating live performances, The Sons Of Guns are poised for a breakthrough. You Shine The Sun isn’t just a promising debut — it’s a declaration of a band ready to bring harmony, hope, and heat to the folk-rock revival.

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