Album Notes

Splinter hit the scene in 1997 with a musical style so broad that descriptions have ranged from "acoustic dreaminess" with "entrancing lyrics" to "industrialized throttle" and "industrial with a heart." Subsequent years found the band touring the east coast, drawing fans from New York to Florida and captivating audiences with an intense live show.

After self-producing their first two releases, Fragments and Sew It Shut, the band entered the studio in 2001 to begin work on what would become their most elaborate effort to date. Recording in Atlanta Georgia and removed from the distractions of their Philadelphia home, the band turned out the ten songs that would become their first full length album, The Emptying.

The Emptying (January 2002), is an appealing collection of modern rock tracks, combining commercial appeal with the lyrical and emotional depth Splinter's fans have come to anticipate. "The Emptying" showcases Smith's aggressive fusion of lush electronica, haunting melodies and pensive lyrics. The 10-track collection is still being hailed by fans and critics alike as their most impressive work to date.

Released in October 2005, "its not about you" was splinter's 2nd Full length CD. Also being an appealing collection of modern rock tracks, like "the Emtpying," Smith's haunting melodies and heartfelt lyrics have the ability to wisp the listener away and draw them into his own creation of raw and often somber stories.


Splinter released their 3rd CD in 2008 aptly titled "Splinter" which contains 5 brand new songs written by Smith and continuing in the same style of their previous releases. Being a digital release only, the songs are only available throughout online stores and downloads. From the rocking track "disappeared from me" to the acoustic "home." Splinter fans WON'T be disappointed. Ending with the final track, "storms coming" continues to prove Splinter's mood capturing sound, and haunting lyrics.


The band, currently consisting of front man/guitarist George Smith, bassist - Matt Cannon and Drummer - Marco Morssi, can be seen gigging all around their hometown area of Philadelphia and surrounding areas. They also plan to embark on another US tour.


Splinter's Web site: (www.splintertheband.com) has drawn fans from around the country, and even internationally, with mentions in online fanzines from Japan and the U.K. They are also well promoted by fans online through such sites as MySpace.com and friendster, along much nationwide appeal from Itunes, Napster and many more internet music stores.