SPIRALING: Transmitter

Spiraling

Transmitter

© 2002 Brizmuzik (BMI) (783707589725)

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SPIRALING: TRANSMITTER "This is hands down the best new pop record I have heard in years. Spiraling plays high-energy, rocking pop songs with delicious vocals and awesome lyrics that are damn near impossible not to sing along to. " -CandyForBadChildren.

tracks

1 The Connection
2 The Girl On Top (of the Piano)
3 (i Don't Want To) Grow Up
4 This Is the Road
5 Transmitter
6 Lightning Twice
7 Living Proof
8 The L Word Iii
9 Too Good to Be True
10 Today Is the Last Day I Fixate On Your Shape
11 Your Excellent Body
12 (get You Own) Holy Grail

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notes

When you go to a Spiraling show for the first time, you're likely to encounter what at first must seem like a strange assortment of fans. As with most rock shows, you'll inevitably run into a large number of enthusiastic teenage and twenty-something hipsters, sporting multi-colored hairdos, buttons, denim jackets, and all of the other accessories of the revitalized New Wave aesthetic. When asked to describe the band's sound, they will invariably say that it "rocks", normally modifying "rocks" with some colorful expletive. They are drawn to the band by its charismatic stage presence, and by its jubilant, infectious, Ben-Folds-and-Dave-Grohl-remake-The-Cars brand of modern rock. On the other side, you'll also encounter a fair number of "music geeks" (for lack of a better term), many of whom first became aware of the group as a result of whiz-kid Tom Brislin's dazzling keyboard work with progressive rock legends Yes (2001 Symphonic Live Tour). These fans will often use the word "tight" to describe the group's live performance, citing Brislin's undeniable gift for sophisticated pop songwriting, and lauding the musical cohesiveness of drummer Paul Wells, bassist Bob Hart, and guitarist Marty O'Kane.

Whatever the makeup of Spiraling's audience, there is undeniable evidence that it has been growing steadily over the past year. Even before the release of the critically-acclaimed Transmitter in September, Spiraling had begun to develop a reputation as one of the east coast's best independent bands. The group has toured extensively to support the album, performing with artists such as Grammy winners They Might Be Giants, alternative rock legends Violent Femmes, and Capitol recording artists OK GO. Along the way, they've won over new fans from New York to Florida, and from Texas to Minnesota. And not only is the band's fanbase increasing in size, it's also becoming increasingly die-hard, as is evidenced by an ever-burgeoning online fan community. Previously, fans might request that Spiraling make a return to their area; now, they demand it.

As Spiraling's popularity with audiences has grown, so has its visibility in the press. New Jersey's Aquarian Weekly went so far as to deem Transmitter "an instant classic", and by year's end the group found itself on several publications' "Best of 2002" lists. With this newfound exposure came increased radio airplay, as Transmitter was added to the playlists of college and commercial radio stations nationwide. Recent Spiraling convert and fellow New Jersey native Matt Pinfield even featured the band on his weekly radio show on 92.3 K-Rock, New York's premier modern rock station. For an independent band with no major label support, no radio promotion, with nothing but their own talent and initiative to stand on, this was nothing short of a major coup. And where was the band on this momentous occasion? Where they most like to be - on the road.

When Spiraling takes the stage, you'll see something strange, almost unprecedented, take place: all of the hipsters and the geeks, the young and the not-so-young, the chicks and the dudes, all come together. Almost as one body, they dance, bob their heads, and sing along to songs they memorized long ago. There may be different things about Spiraling that turn them on and draw them in, but it doesn't really matter. Because what's most gratifying to the guys in the band is that regardless of who comes to see them, and regardless of why they stay, they all have fun.

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  • spiraling saves music
    author: DJ Trent

    Transmitter. All I can tell you is its no illusion. With all of the crap that has been released for the past 10 years, few CDs can stand on its own and shout out to the planet that it is here to save music. Go ahead and make the connection- you won't be sorry.

  • It wasn't as great as I thought
    author: Spiraling

    I thought it would be better but it is still good music.

  • Great CD! Very Good Listen.
    author: Erin

    I really enjoy the CD. It is great to sing along with and dance around to. It isn't one of those CDs that you skip over songs; you just listen all the way through. Great job.

  • Rock on
    author: Brian Callaghan

    I just got my CD a few of days ago and I haven't stopped playing it except for when I'm asleep. There is something so addictive about the sound these guys generate together. It all comes together and it's ear candy like I've never heard before. Not only is the music amazing, but the lyrics are, hands-down, some of the best written, clever lyrics I have heard in a long, long time. Buy this CD, you won't regret it!

  • Clever, artistic power-pop
    author: Thomas K. Dye

    I haven't removed this CD from my player in weeks. The songs are all catchy as heck, creatively done, and many of them have a deep emotional current. The keyboards are fantastic and the guitars rock. If you're a fan of good power-pop with a twist, this album is for you.

  • The music I like to hear
    author: Art

    I saw Tom Brislin in Poland at the YES concert. He was great there, he's great in Spiraling.

  • not just because I know them
    author: nicole c

    just like sugar, short, sweet, and to the point. Spiraling can rock the house to an audience of multiple personalities and styles. Lots of flavor and I don't jsut mean the music. U guys rock.

  • Freaking Awsome!
    author: Hooghless

    I saw them play live, they came to my high school for a benifit concert along with Eyestone. I bought their CD right away. They're one of my favoirte bands! I also got to meet the band which was crazy. definatly buy this CD, you must. Must. Must. - Hoogh

  • Near perfection
    author: Raymons

    This album is a must-have for anyone who is even slightly interrested in music. It has every element thet makes the difference between consumptive music and art. Why can't I find more albums by Spiraling?

  • I would carry Tom Brislin's baby if I was a woman
    author: Ryan T. Lilly

    There is not one song on the cd that is not original and fantastic.I would have been willing to pay twice the price for this album. Its just that good. I wait in anticipation for the Spiraling's album, and hope to see another tour come through ST.Louis.

  • Absolute Musical Joy!
    author: erikamj

    i bought this cd at my first Spiraling Concert and i am completly hooked! the songs are great, the band is amazing live and the whole package is remarkable! this is totally the best album of my year! Absolute Musical Joy!

  • Inspiring
    author: RckStrJen2005

    I bought my CD from Spiraling's Battle Creek, MI representative. I love it. They are musical genius'!!!! So many of the lyrics hit home for me. The synthiseizers add a fresh flavor from my other music.

  • I saw Spiraling in concert for the first time ever and was hooked!
    author: Abby

    I bought this CD after the first time hearing the band live. The group is energetic and it is protrayed very well in the CD. I love it and listen to it all the time. I am hooked.

  • They carry through with the awesome rhythms and lyrics. Great Album!
    author: Cassandra Zagaro

    I saw them with OkGo and they made the show even better... So I was thrilled that the album carried through the way I remembered them to be. A definite must have for anyone who has a soft spot for different but true lyrics and that new age sound.

  • Bold yet confident indie
    author: Snorre Valen

    "Transmitter" has been in my CD player constantly for a week now. This is some of the freshest rock music I have heard. Spiraling excel in a mix of classic american indie-rock style and new wave synthfests. It is a bold record with a current sound that plays around with tabooed synthfests from the 80s. Great stuff, great songwriting.

  • Spiraling does it again!
    author: irma

    Transmitter, the newest installment from Spiraling, is an amazing piece of work. It has catchy lyrics and a high spirited sound. Give it a listen!

  • Power Pop Rock destined for an UP ward sprial
    author: Jean

    The Spiraling have mastered a sound that is only theirs- with a mixture of brilliant keyboard sounds and other paraphenalia. This Cd fucking rocks.. and it rocks harder than weezer ever will.

  • a new sound - clever and spirited!
    author: miranda

    Transmitter is ingenious, from its clever lyrics to its spirited music - A smooth-running collection of songs that allures you into a universe of playful pianos and sensational synthesizers. Definately something to keep in your cd player all day long!

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