Biography
Laika Suns is an established Latvian alternative indie rock band from Rīga, Latvia, founded in 2012 by frontman and producer Arnis Račinskis. Over more than a decade, the project has solidified its position as a significant contributor to the Baltic alternative music scene, blending 1990s space rock influences with modern rhythmic production and pop rock sensibilities. The band's discography includes acclaimed releases such as Nakts Karalis (2013) and Gaismas Lādiņš (2015), as well as their recent full-length album Imitācija (2024). Now operating as a duo consisting of Račinskis and long-time guitarist Elvijs Pārpucis, Laika Suns continues to evolve artistically, maintaining a strong presence on Latvian radio airwaves and major regional festival stages.
Current members:
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Arnis Račinskis - guitars, lead vocals;
Elvijs Pārpucis - guitars.
Additional live members:
Mārtiņš Millers (Detlef) - bass;
Rauls Lukša (Matērija) - drums.
Former members:
Kārlis Butins - guitars;
Aivis Iesalmanis - guitars;
Kārlis Josts (The Sound Poets, Nesen) - bass, backing vocals;
Pēteris Lunde (Pienvedēja Piedzīvojumi, The Sound Poets) - drums;
Jānis Burmeisters (Tesa, Sonntags Legion, Amorālā Psihoze, Nesen) - drums.
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