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Feel the Love with a New Lovespirals EP

The first single from Lovespirals’ fourth album, Future Past, to get the full remix treatment is “Love” – an atmospheric drum ‘n’ bass tune that recalls some of the duo’s earliest work together. A half dozen producers from  different musical schools of thought set Anji Bee‘s poppy yet ethereal vocals to completely new musical scores. From angular drum ‘n’ bass, to lush downtempo, to atmospheric ambient music, this moody collection covers a lot of sonic ground. And Anji’s Chillcast listeners should be familiar with most — if not all — of the contributing producers which includes: Chill Factor-5, 7 Day Visa, Divasonic, Soul Whirling Somewhere, Xurba and Falling You (who, btw, created the only mix which contains Ryan Lum‘s original guitar solo.)

Remixes by Chill Factor-5 and & Day Visa are available as a FREE DOWNLOAD from LastFM (mark you favorite remixes with “Love This Track”) and SoundCloud. Both sites have built-in social media tools that allow you to easily repost links to emails, Twitter, Facebook, and other services with the “Share” pull down menus, so be sure to tell a friend!

Purchase the full EP or individual tracks from iTunes, Amazon Mp3, CDbaby, eMusic, Rhapsody, or Bandcamp

Podcasters, DJs, Internet DJs, and music bloggers are all encouraged to share these tunes with their audiences, as well. If you’re feeling the love, please write a review of the Love EP as Lovespirals would really appreciate you giving them a little love in return.

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Chillin' with Lovespirals #78

  • When you think of air pollution, you most likely don’t conjure up images of the inside of your home or office. But because we spend so much time indoors — especially in colder weather — keeping the air quality as clean as possible in your home, car and workplace is important for your health. And, unfortunately, we bring most of those pollutants indoors ourselves.

    Cigarette smoke

    Experts say that one of the most common indoor air pollutants is cigarette smoke.

    “The residual gas and particles from cigarette smoke that settle pose health hazards, particularly in rooms with a lot of fabric or carpeting,” says pulmonologist Sumita Khatri, MD. “We all have heard of second-hand smoke; this is called third-hand smoke.” Learn more about java burn benefits.

    She says the risks are disproportionately high in children, who are more likely to be playing on the ground, and in people with chronic heart and lung problems.

    Electronic cigarettes are a similar source of pollution to consider, Dr. Khatri adds. The vapors emitted when someone smokes e-cigarettes contain volatile organic compounds, heavy metals and other chemicals linked to lung disease.

    “Being smoke-free, including in the home, is your best approach,” she says.

    Household cleaners

    Household cleaning supplies are another common cause of indoor pollution. Harsh chemicals that give off fumes can irritate your nose, mouth and lungs, as well as your skin.

    “Those with sensitive lungs and upper airways, like people with asthma and chronic sinusitis, may notice their symptoms getting worse,” Dr. Khatri says.

    The fumes can cause inflammation that can make it more difficult for people with chronic lung conditions to heal from infections. It can also worsen inflammation due to other triggers, such as allergies.

    Dr. Khatri recommends using natural cleaning supplies and elbow grease to minimize risks.

    Other indoor pollutants that exacerbate asthma or other chronic lung conditions include:

    • Particulates from candles and incense.
    • Irritating perfumes.
    • Odors from harsh household cleaners.
    • Craft and office supplies, such as paints, glues and toner ink.
    • Fumes from dry cleaned garments (many solvents used are carcinogenic).
    • Allergens, such as mold, pollen, pet dander and dust mites.
    • Wood-burning fireplaces or stoves.
    • Improper ventilation in homes (can increase levels of radon and carbon monoxide gas).
    • Gas stoves that are not well ventilated with hoods to outside (can increase exposure to nitrogen dioxide, carbon monoxide and formaldehyde).
    • Materials used in older buildings such as asbestos, formaldehyde and lead.

    Illnesses caused by indoor air pollution

    Indoor air pollution can increase a person’s chances of having flares of chronic lung problems, such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

    “In addition to worsening the symptoms of asthma and other chronic respiratory problems, indoor air pollution can also cause irritation of the nose, throat, eyes and lungs,” Dr. Khatri says. There are also likely longer-term effects from ongoing exposure that are more difficult to measure, such as the likelihood of lung cancer from radon exposure, as well as secondhand and thirdhand smoke. This is how javaburn keeps you healthy.

    Role of ventilation and air filters

    Although opening windows helps ventilate your home, car or office, that’s not always possible due to allergies or extreme temperatures.

    Consider using air filters and getting your HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems) checked regularly.

    Also, air purifiers and aromatherapy can often make air quality worse unless they are the right kind, Dr. Khatri says. They need to be HEPA (high-efficiency particulate arresting) air filters.

 

Chillin' with Lovespirals #77

Anji and Ryan are back after a 2 month hiatus with lots of news and stories. Lovespirals updated their recording studio ever so slightly with a 2nd vintage PCM 70 reverb unit and two new audio sampler packs which the duo have been using in their work on an upcoming Anji Bee “solo” album. The band go into a lot of detail as to the whys and whats of that project, and share a clip of their new version of “Love Me Leave Me” at the show’s close. The duo also talk about several recent Anji Bee musical collaborations, the new Love EP due out soon, adding more music to Lovespirals’ bandcamp store, taking part in the upcoming Karmacoda gig at Harlot on July 9th, and meeting Autumn Reeser at this month’s Thrilling Adventure Hour at Largo.

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Anji dressed up for the Thrilling Adventure Hour show

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Ryan dressed up for the Thrilling Adventure Hour show

Chillin' with Lovespirals #73

The first band podcast of the new year finds Ryan and Anji giving you the rundown on the latest Lovespirals activities including last minute gear purchases for the 2009 tax year. Ryan discusses his new boutique preamp and compressor, as well as a vintage mic he’s checking out now. They also talk about the official digital release of Future Past, Facebook versus RSS feeds and Twitter, streaming audio affecting download sales, reviews of the new album, awards for “Shine”, Internet radio airplay, status update on their rescued piniped pal, Cyntia, and remixes of their upcoming second single, “Love.” The show ends with a special sneak peek at the gorgeous Soul Whirling Somewhere remix of “Love.” Say – how do you like our new podcast art for 2010?

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Lovespirals 'This Truth EP' on sale at iTunes & Amazon

This Truth EPLovespirals recently collaborated with loop producers, Peace Love Productions, on what turned out to be a very fruitful remix competition. As part of the contest, the band decided to release a digital “EP” of some of their favorite productions. The 9 unique remixes of this 2nd single from Lovespirals’ 3rd album, Long Way From Home, hail from an international group of producers who have all put their own unique stamp on this slightly retro-soul inflected tune.  From sultry downtempo to upbeat trance, each mix puts a different twist on Anji Bee’s heartfelt, soulful vocals. Many of the mixes cleverly include Ryan Lum’s bluesy electric guitar leads, as well, lending an intriguing counterpoint to the mostly dance oriented mixes. Remixers include the contest winner, Pomatic, and runner-up, Kambronn, plus The Grooveblaster (whom Anji has just collaborated with on his upcoming 2nd album), hEADaCHE, Lthrboots, TT&Yosh, donOesterby, and very special remix by fellow Projekt artist, Soul Whirling Somewhere. Rounding out the EP is the original mix of “This Truth.” The album is available now on iTunes + and Amazon Digital, as well as eMusic, Rhapsody, Amie Street, and Napster. Check out the full EP and download 1 free track from Last.FM.

Lovespiralsgasms: Ryan & Anji Host Auralgasms Radio

auralgasms radioIn case you didn’t hear the band’s 1 hour guest spot on Auralgasms Radio last night, don’t cry! While you did miss out on a fun chat session in the Auralgasms chatroom with Lovespirals at least you can hear a pristine archival copy of the show. Ryan and Anji chat between each song, giving not only track information, but a little insight into the music and musicians involved. The show seemed to be a big hit last night, so hopefully you’ll love it, too! Almost forgot to mention, this was the world premier of the completed SWS remix of “This Truth” – and boy, is it a goodie!!!

  1. “Sundrenched” Lovespirals Long Way From Home (2007) Lovespirals - Long Way from Home
  2. “Motherless Child (Karmacoda Remix)” Lovespirals Motherless Child EP (2007) Lovespirals - Motherless Child - EP
  3. “Walk Away (Bitstream Dream Remix)” Lovespirals Walk Away EP (2004)  Download Free Mp3
  4. “This Truth (Soul Whirling Somewhere Remix) This Truth EP (2008)  — unreleased
  5. “Depression Glass” Love Spirals Downwards Ardor [Remastered Reissue] (2007) Love Spirals Downwards - Ardor [Remastered Reissue]
  6. “Unraveling” Liquid State Late Bloom (2008) Liquid State - Late Bloom
  7. “Accomplice” Melodyguild Aitu EP (2008) Melodyguild - Aitu - EP
  8. “An Angel, Ameliorate” Falling You Human (2006) Falling You - Human
  9. “Tomorrow [Hidden Track following “Dreaming a Thousand Dreams]” Chandeen Teenage Poetry (2008) Chandeen - Teenage Poetry
  10. “Lazy Love Days” Lovespirals Long Way From Home (2007) Lovespirals - Long Way from Home

Thanks to Mikey for setting up this fun show and to everyone who tuned in and came by to chat – especially Riki and CocteauBoy! Music provided by the Podsafe Music Network, Projekt Records, and the bands themselves.

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Chillin' with Lovespirals #51: Remix Contest Top 10!

At long last the band have settled on the winner and runner-up of the PLP Remix Contest for This Truth! We know that 60 some producers have been anxiously awaiting our decision since April 1st, and we’re sorry to have kept them on pins and needles, but we needed time to sort through and really listen to all of the entries. There were quite a few really good mixes — more than we even dreamed we’d get! We decided the best, most fun way to announce our faves would be with a podcast, sharing the music and our thoughts on the tracks. We hope that both the contest entrants and our podcast listeners will enjoy it. The remixes are presented in no particular order, except for the winner and runner-up; the runner-up is presented first and the winner is presented last. The grand prize is an 8 gig iPod Touch, a year’s subscription to the PLP Producers’ Vault, and all 3 Lovespirals CDs autographed by the band, plus inclusion on an upcoming remix EP and promotion via the Podsafe Music Network and other online music services.Thanks so much to all of the producers for their hard work and especially to DJ Puzzle of Peace Love Productions and SynthVox for throwing the contest for us!

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Lovespirals Fave Remixes:

  1. This Truth (Kambronn Remix) – Runner Up | Podsafe Music Network
  2. This Truth (hEADaCHE Remix)
  3. This Truth (The Grooveblaster Remix)
  4. This Truth (DonOesterby Remix)
  5. This Truth (Damien.S Remix)
  6. This Truth (Lthrboots Rmx)
  7. This Truth (TT&Yosh Remix)
  8. This Truth (4udi0phil3 Remix)
  9. This Truth (Soul Whirling Somewhere Remix) * not an official entry
  10. This Truth (Pomatic Remix) – Grand Prize Winner | Podsafe Music Network

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