Check out “This Ain’t Love (Lovespirals Remix)” on the brand new Projekt Records release by Alan Elettronico, ‘Electronic Mind (Deluxe Edition).’ I had a lot of fun working on this mix with Anji and am excited that both the artist and label like it enough to make it the main single on both Bandcamp and Spotify. It’s good to be back with a new song after a long break.
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Opus Zine Reviews ‘Flux Deluxe’ Digital LP
Jason Moore wrote a mostly positive review of the original Projekt Records release ‘Flux,’ back in 2000 (“Love Spirals Downwards have released an album that’s incredibly listenable and quite beautiful”), and now he’s back to cover the new ‘Deluxe Edition’ two plus decades later:
Lum has remastered and reissued Flux along with a number of bonus tracks, including outtakes, remixes, and live performances. Which is a perfect way to discover one of my favorite Projekt releases, an album that I often turn to when I need to chill out and bliss out at the same time.
—Opus Zine
Check out the full Opus Zine review of Love Spirals Downwards ‘Flux (Deluxe Edition).’
“Sound of Waves” Live at ProjektFest 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 ‘Flux.’ This video features more goodies from the LSD archives including proof sheets of photos taken of Ryan and Suzanne performing at The Vic in Chicago on the very night of this recording. The photographers are Katie McIntree and E. Katie Holmes.
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Flux Deluxe Edition 25th Anniversary Release
We are celebrating the 25th Anniversary of LSD’s final studio album, ‘Flux,’ with the remastered and expanded ‘Flux Deluxe Edition’ featuring 13 additional tracks. Previously unreleased songs created in 1997-98, a live performance from ProjektFest 1997, two remixes from 1998, plus a brand new recording are all included in this epic reissue! The Bandcamp release also includes one bonus track recorded in 1998.
“Fusing their familiar style with updated breakbeats, Love Spirals Downwards’ sound coalesces into a massively layered textural workout. ‘flux’ organically caresses your soul while electronically massaging your mind. Inspired by ambient drum & bass, Love Spirals Downwards combines their trademark ether-bliss guitars and heavenly female vocals with a breakbeat rhythmic foundation. The result of ‘flux’ is Love Spirals Downwards’ most advanced passage yet. Creating a style that is as much about mood as melody, Love Spirals Downwards continue their evolution beyond their ethereal dream-pop roots.”
— Projekt Records 1998 Press Release
‘Flux Deluxe Edition’ is available on Spotify, Apple Music, TIDAL, Pandora, Beatport, Juno Download, and YouTube music now
“Psyche” Featured on ‘Dawson’s Creek’ in 2001
Love Spirals Downwards’ first 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 starring 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!
Love Spirals Downwards Tees & Merch Available
It’s been 25 years since the last Love Spirals Downwards t-shirt was released by Projekt. Many fans have lamented the lack of band merch in recent times, so we had the classic 1992 hand drawn band logo recreated digitally for use on t-shirts, hoodies, and stickers. Get a tee in sizes S through 4XL in either classic black or ‘Idylls’ blue from the newly launched Love Spirals Downwards Spring shop. A sticker comes in those same color combos.
Spotify “This Is Love Spirals Downwards” Playlist
Spotify has posted an official playlist of the band’s music. Not sure, but it might update from time to time to include trending songs? Follow the list to find out — and be sure to mark your favorite songs with a heart!
LSD on Cherry Red Records 4-CD Boxed Set
“Stir About The Stars” from Love Spirals Downwards’ 1992 debut album, ‘Idylls,’ is featured on the upcoming Cherry Red Records ‘Cherry Stars Collide – Dream Pop, Shoegaze & Ethereal Rock 1986-1995’ 4CD Box Set. The follow-up companion collection to the label’s 2016 release, ‘Still In A Dream,’ this collection promises “lesser known half-lit gems and sleepy pop nuggets of the 80’s and 90’s.’ Read more below or preorder your copy now.
Lovespirals “The Call” Single Out Now
Lovespirals return to their darker hued roots with a new digital single. “The Call” shares some of the retro-90’s shoe gazer/dream pop vibes of their last full-length album, ‘Life Goes On,’ highlighting the lush guitar work Ryan Lum is known for. His soaring solo could easily have been plucked from the 1994, Ardor. Hypnotic bass and upbeat drums drive this melancholic song with an unexpected groove, while his wife Anji’s signature blend of earthy low voice and soaring ethereal harmonies lift your soul. Cover photo by Susan Jennings, the band’s longtime photographer who was actually behind the band being discovered by Projekt Records in 1991.
‘The Call (Single)’ was released July 1, 2022 on all digital platforms including Bandcamp, Spotify, YouTube Music, Amazon Mp3, Tidal, Pandora and Apple Music.
Smile – Single Out Now
Lovespirals 3-song single, ‘Smile,’ is out NOW on all digital platforms including Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Mp3, Tidal, YouTube, Deezer and Bandcamp. In addition to the brand new title track, ‘Smile’ features the moody song “Why Not Today,” that was previously only available on Bandcamp. All three songs continue the band’s tradition of working new influences into their signature dream pop sound. While a much lighter offering that 2018’s Life Goes On, there’s still a good deal of melancholy amidst the deceptively light, retro-esque, jazz and blues inflected indie pop tunes. Cover art by Tom Pathe, longtime friend of bandleader, Ryan Lum, and photographer for the 1992 debut album, Idylls.