Press release –
Sweet Freedom are pleased to announce the release of their new album “Blind Leading The Blind”, out now via Frontiers Music Srl.
Jörgen Schelander commented on the new track: “Sweden has faced serious problems with deadly shootings in recent years. That’s what the lyrics are about. Some very young kids see no other way out, or they don’t realize the consequences of their actions”.
“You don’t need to reinvent the wheel to write a great song. Big rock anthems are timeless, and “Innocent Child” is the living proof. It was the final track we wrote for the album, but it summarizes its core. Classic rock with a progressive twist!”, he added.
Talking about the record, Schelander stated: “This album is a blast of classic rock. Close your eyes and listen all the way through “Blind Leading The Blind” – and you’ll come out blind no more… Maybe just a little deaf! The energy we captured, especially with Stefan Boman’s production, is something rare these days”.
Sweet Freedom began as a solo project by Swedish keyboardist Jörgen Schelander during the pandemic, born from a clear artistic vision and DIY spirit that had long been brewing in his mind.
Their debut album, initially released with no promotion, gained surprising attention — even landing coverage in Sweden Rock Magazine as one of the year’s top releases. By late 2022, the band evolved from a solo project to a full lineup under the name Sweet Freedom, reminiscent of how Ritchie Blackmore’s Rainbow became simply Rainbow.
The new album, “Blind Leading The Blind”, sees the return of the same core lineup, but with one notable change: powerhouse vocalist Matti Alfonzetti (Skintrade, Jagged Edge) steps in as frontman, replacing Stefan Nyqvist. Matti’s signature voice and charisma elevate these already high-octane songs to new heights.
Together with Håkan Nilsson on guitar, Jan Lund on bass, and Håkan Rangemo on drums, Sweet Freedom forms a Swedish supergroup. The new album is a ten-song collection of massive classic rock with a progressive twist.
The album was recorded live as a full band at Tilt Recording Studios in Strömstad, Sweden – an intentional move to capture the raw energy and chemistry that can only happen when a real band plays together in the same room. That energy, combined with a massive-sounding mix and master by Stefan Boman (Opeth, Alice Cooper, Def Leppard), results in a huge, dynamic rock production.
While Matti is well known in the rock world, the rest of Sweet Freedom’s members also boast serious credentials. Jörgen performed all keyboards on the 2024 touring production of Jesus Christ Superstar (featuring Daniel Gildenlöw of Pain of Salvation), and both Jan and Håkan previously played in Sabbtail alongside Mats Levén and Fredrik Åkesson of Opeth.
Sweet Freedom is here, loud and proud – and “Blind Leading The Blind” proves they’re a force to be reckoned with.
“Blind Leading The Blind” Tracklist:
1. Infinity
2. Tears Of The Sun
3. Another Day
4. Skin And Bone
5. Innocent Child
6. Live From The Heart
7. Skeleton Key
8. Solid Ground
9. I Push Too Hard
10. Outcry
Line Up:
Matti Alfonzetti – Lead and backing vocals
Håkan Nilsson – Lead and rhythm guitars, backing vocals
Jan Lund – Bass and backing vocals
Håkan Rangemo – Drums and percussion, backing vocals
Jörgen Schelander – Organ and keyboards, backing vocals
