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Flux 12″ Vinyl Available Now on Bandcamp

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By popular demand, Lost in Ohio presents the first-ever vinyl pressing of LSD’s classic 1998 album, ‘Flux,’ in a limited edition pressing that features the original 9 album songs and cover art.

Rediscover the ethereal journey of Love Spirals Downwards’ ‘Flux,’ beautifully remastered by Ryan Lum, on limited-edition white vinyl. This landmark 1998 album creates a lush, atmospheric soundscape that remains as captivating today as it was at its debut. Celebrated for its innovative blend of ethereal guitars, heavenly vocals, and pioneering breakbeats, ‘Flux’ stands as a testament to the duo’s artistic evolution and enduring legacy.

The vinyl reissue brings new clarity and depth to the album’s intricate textures, from the skittering rhythms of “City Moon” to the haunting beauty of “Psyche,” showcasing Love Spirals Downwards’ unique fusing of genres. Included with the release are insightful liner notes by Jason Morehead of Opus Zine, offering an immersive dive into the creative process and impact of ‘Flux.’

Experience the beauty of ‘Flux,’ all over again.

Releases April 26, 2024, preorder now.

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“Sound of Waves” Live at ProjektFest 1997 YouTube Video

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“Sound of Waves” Live at ProjektFest Chicago 1997

We found a pre-album live performance of “Sound of Waves” Live at ProjektFest 1997 that we just had to include on the 25th anniversary reissue of our 1998 album ‘Flux.’ This video features more goodies from the LSD archives. We found proof sheets of photos taken of Ryan and Suzanne performing at The Vic in Chicago the very night of this recording. The photographers are Katie McIntree and E. Katie Holmes.

Stream the ‘Flux Deluxe Edition’ playlist on YouTube:    • Flux (Deluxe Edition)  

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“Psyche” Featured on ‘Dawson’s Creek’ in 2001

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“Psyche” from ‘Flux’ in a scene from ‘Dawson’s Creek’ S5: The Bostonians 10/10/2001

Our first major television music placement was on the internationally syndicated show ‘Dawson’s Creek’ on The WB network. The 1998 ‘Flux’ track “Psyche” was featured in a party scene featuring Michelle Williams and Chad Michael Murray on the season 5 premiere episode “The Bostonians.” According to Neilson Media Research this episode had 4.47 million viewers when it aired on October 10, 2001. It was really cool hearing this vocal drum ‘n’ bass song co-written and sung by Suzanne’s sister, Kristen Perry, on such a popular TV show and especially in such a long, fun scene.

Check out “Psyche” on the new 25th Anniversary ’Flux Deluxe Edition’ out now on all digital music services including Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, TIDAL, Bandcamp, and YouTube Music!

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Ever Remastered Reissue on Apple Music and Spotify

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The expanded remastered reissue of ‘Ever‘ is now available for streaming on Apple Music and Spotify. It features 8 bonus tracks including 4 never before heard instrumentals, a super rare vocal electronica song, and a live recording from an appearance on KUCI.FM. You can also buy the Ever (Remastered Reissue from iTunes! In case you didn’t hear, you can also grab the Ever on Bandcamp.

 
 
 
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Temporal Compilation Now On Bandcamp – Limited CDs

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TEMPORAL: A COLLECTION OF MUSIC PAST & PRESENT is now up on Bandcamp! 40 of the original year 2000 jewel case CDs with an official 1998 band glossy are available. All CD sales include a digital download. The digital release features *3* BONUS TRACKS including the 2013 re-recording of “Mirror A Still Sky” the Ryan posted to YouTube a few years back. This is the first time that ‘Temporal’ has been listed on Bandcamp, which means this is the first time that the high quality audio files have been available to collectors, as well. Rejoicing, all ’round!

“Whether you’re relaxing in the dark tranquility of post-first-date bliss, or are swimming in the nostalgia of love lost, this album will help you keep warm.” — Jeff Stringer, Borders ‘Inside Magazine’

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Expanded “Sideways Forest” Single Out Digitally

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For the first time ever, the 1996 ‘Sideways Forest Single’ is available digitally! This was the only CD-single ever released by Love Spirals Downwards, and while you can still find a few used copies of the CD online, it has been largely unavailable. In addition to the album mix from ‘Ever’, the ‘Quantum Remix’, and and b-side instrumental, “Amarillo,” this expanded reissue also features 2 bonus tracks: the recently unearthed “Acoustic Mix” made by Ryan in 1996 — PLUS a live version of the ‘Quantum Remix’ recorded at ProjektFest 1997. While the “Quantum Remix” was never released digitally, only on the original CD-single, neither of these bonus tracks have been previously released in ANY format, making this a very special release. The cover artwork has been recreated with a slight update using the original photo taken by Barbara Dowis. The ‘Sideways Forest EP” is also available on iTunes.

“Beautiful arrangements and heavenly vocals have always been at the heart of Love Spirals Downwards’ work, and the Sideways Forest EP is a great example of the band at their best.” RIKM

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Love Spirals Downwards Live Album Out Now!

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Digital Album out now at Bandcamp.

Immerse yourself in the angelic majesty of Suzanne Perry’s haunting vocals and the lush melodic strums of Ryan Lum’s steel string acoustic guitar. Love Spirals Downwards Live brings the past to the present, putting you front row and center at a signature Love Spirals Downwards show.

This compilation of rare live tracks, taken from several shows including the Projekt Festival (1997), the Troubadour (1995), and a living room concert recorded for Echoes on Public Radio International (1996), has been lovingly assembled to provide a seamless concert experience. Featuring a previously unreleased live renditions of “Kykeon,” “Stir About the Stars” and a cover of “Tear Love From My Mind” by Black Tape for a Blue Girl, plus the 9 songs originally included on a super rare mp3.com CDR back in 2001.

Love Spirals Downwards offers this record of their live acoustic sound for all the fans who were unable to attend one of their rare shows, and for fans who would like re-experience the magic once again.

Produced and mastered by Ryan Lum in 2014.

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Ardor Remastered Reissue Now On Bandcamp!

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Love Spirals Downwards new Bandcamp page is now offering the 2007 remastered reissue of their seminal second album, ‘Ardor,’ Not only does this reissue offer excellent sonic quality, but an extended songlist including two never before released out-takes and a live recording. Plus, it boasts a beautiful new version of the cover art, expanded for the digipac format. Band founder, Ryan Lum,  returned to his master tapes and re-mastered the entire album to ensure the highest sound quality possible. Lum has said that he “always felt the mastering quality was lacking, particularly with ‘Ardor'” and that “compared to the original” the reissue “sounds much cleaner and sweeter.” Indeed, the depth and clarity of the recordings is remarkably improved with greater definition and more sparkle. Buy either the Projekt Records CD or digital download in your choice of audio format on Bandcamp now!

“An album that is compelling, evocative and very, very beautiful.” -Singapore Vogue