I can’t answer your call
Can’t afford to take the fall
Your timing is no good
I’m not free today
But if I could, you know I would
Go outside to play
You’re calling out to me
(Calling out to me)
I see it in your eyes
(See it in your eyes)
Full of curiosity
(Curiosity)
Such a sweet surprise
But I’m chasing you away
Well what else can I do
‘Cause if you stay another day
I might fall in love with you
Fall in love with you
You’re calling out to me
(Calling out to me)
I see it in your eyes
(See it in your eyes)
Full of curiosity
(Curiosity)
Such a sweet surprise
So I’m chasing you away
What else can I do
‘Cause if you stay another day
I might fall in love with you
Fall in love with you
I can’t answer your call
Can’t afford to take the fall
I can’t answer your call
Can’t afford to take the fall
— BY ANJI BEE (BMI)
released February 28, 2025
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“The Call (VIP Mix)” Digital Single Out Now
Ryan & Anji Lum revisit their 2022 single, “The Call,” with an even moodier and more atmospheric 2025 reboot. The new VIP Mix amplifies the song’s shoegaze and dream pop essence with a bigger, bolder guitar sound and more immersive ethereal vocal harmonies. The hook-laden guitar lead and spacey synths evoke The Cure, while the track’s melancholic yet driving energy harks back to Ryan’s early 90s work, as well as the duo’s 2018 album, ‘Life Goes On.’ Anji’s emotive vocals shift effortlessly between bold confidence and dreamy sincerity, adding depth to the song’s hypnotic pull. A nostalgic yet refreshed take, this version of “The Call” is a hauntingly beautiful throwback with a modern twist.
Out now on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple, Amazon, YouTube, and other digital platforms.
Special thanks to Susan Jennings for her classic cover image.
Re:Gen Premieres Restless Mosaic feat. Anji Bee Song
Re:Gen Magazine premiered a brand new song collaboration between Lovespirals’ Anji Bee and Seattle artist, Restless Mosaic. “Lost Within This Time” has been released as the first single of his upcoming album, Quality Mirrors. This song is now available on digital music services including Apple Music and Spotify, but it is also available on YouTube via a fun music video that both Anji and Brandon appear in. Read Re:Gen Magazine’s article for more info. You can read Anji’s lyrics on the Bandcamp single page.
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Chillin’ with Lovespirals 93: Used To Be [Audio]
Lovespirals’ new podcast episode dropped on YouTube in video format yesterday, but now it’s also available in audio format. You can subscribe to Chillin’ with Lovespirals on just about any podcast app like Apple, Spotify, Amazon, iHeart, Podcast Addict, Podchaser, Deezer, and JioSaavn. Or just listen to Chillin’ with Lovespirals 93 in the player below!
Chillin’ with Lovespirals 93: Used To Be [Video]
Ryan and Anji return to Chillcuts Studio to discuss their new single, “Used To Be,” holiday activities, issues with Apple Music and their new distributor, and more, plus they bring back their classic segment of reading user feedback in this 20 minute video podcast. Audio version coming soon!
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Used To Be Single on Apple
After many delays, our new song, “Used To Be,” is finally available on Apple Music. We have been experiencing a number of issues working with our new digital music distributor related to the band name, which has been exacerbated by recent policy changes at Apple. It’s looking more and more like we will be officially returning to the original band name to avoid further problems. In any case, we hope you enjoy the new song and look forward to more music from us in the new year!
“Used To Be” Visualizer & Lyric Music Video
Chill to the sounds of Lovespirals new song “Used To Be” while you enjoy the swirling lights that inspired the single’s cover art and learn the song lyrics while you’re at it! This dreamy music video was created by Lovespirals’ own Ryan Lum, and features his photography and Anji Lum’s lyrics.
Buy the “Used To Be” digital single on Bandcamp
Used To Be
No one
No one
Life returned to how it used to be
Days filled with nothing and nobody
Put my dreams upon the shelf
Return to my lonely self
No one to rely upon but me
No one
Sit in silence waiting for a sign
In a prison of my own design
Close the curtains and the blind
Leave the whole damned world behind
No one to rely upon but me
No one
No one
(No one, no one)
No one
(No one, no one)
No one
(No one, no one)
No one
(No one, no one)
When the shadows start to fall
I retreat behind my wall
Build it higher every day
Just to keep the world at bay
No one to rely upon but me
No one
As the day fades into night
Hope is just a distant light
Will I ever find the key
That will finally set me free
No one to rely upon but me
No one
No one
No one
(No one, no one)
No one
(No one, no one)
No one
(No one, no one)
But me, no one
But me, no one
No one
Used to be
Life returned to how it used to be
— by ANJI LUM (BMI)
No one
Life returned to how it used to be
Days filled with nothing and nobody
Put my dreams upon the shelf
Return to my lonely self
No one to rely upon but me
No one
Sit in silence waiting for a sign
In a prison of my own design
Close the curtains and the blind
Leave the whole damned world behind
No one to rely upon but me
No one
No one
(No one, no one)
No one
(No one, no one)
No one
(No one, no one)
No one
(No one, no one)
When the shadows start to fall
I retreat behind my wall
Build it higher every day
Just to keep the world at bay
No one to rely upon but me
No one
As the day fades into night
Hope is just a distant light
Will I ever find the key
That will finally set me free
No one to rely upon but me
No one
No one
No one
(No one, no one)
No one
(No one, no one)
No one
(No one, no one)
But me, no one
But me, no one
No one
Used to be
Life returned to how it used to be
— by ANJI LUM (BMI)
“Used To Be” Single Out Now
Lovespirals return with “Used To Be,” a captivating new track that intertwines 90s-inspired dream pop and electronica with unexpected hints of soulfulness. Evoking the early Love Spirals Downwards era, band leader, Ryan Lum, combines atmospheric textures, acoustic strums, and a goth-tinged guitar hook, building to an epic solo that closes the song with emotive resonance. Anji’s expressive blend of earthy and ethereal vocals, layered with harmonies, brings the song’s emotional depth to life. The result is an immersive, haunting, and reflective soundscape, pairing raw honesty with lush instrumentation.
“Used To Be” is available on Bandcamp, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube, Pandora, Juno Music, and TIDAL now and will soon be available on Apple and more digital music services.
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Chillin’ with Lovespirals 92: New Song, Vinyl Sale, Reissues [Audio Podcast]
Lovespirals new podcast episode dropped on YouTube in video format yesterday, but now it’s also available in audio format. You can subscribe to Chillin’ with Lovespirals on just about any podcast app including Apple, Spotify, Amazon, iHeart, Podcast Addict, Podchaser, Deezer, and JioSaavn. Or just listen to Chillin’ with Lovespirals 92 in the player below!
Continue reading Chillin’ with Lovespirals 92: New Song, Vinyl Sale, Reissues [Audio Podcast]Chillin’ with Lovespirals 92: New Song, Vinyl Sale, Reissues [Video Podcast]
Ryan and Anji sit down in the band’s studio to share all the latest news, including several archival projects from both band members, getting the podcast back onto audio podcast services, and the upcoming release of a brand new song! The duo even share a clip of “Used to Be” to close out this fun and informative chat. Preorder Lovespirals “Used to Be” on Bandcamp now!
RELATED LINKS:
- Lovespirals on Bandcamp
- Lovespirals on Mixcloud — archive of band interviews & podcasts
- Tribal Books — Cut and Paste: American Hardcore Fanzine Book
- Shining Life Press — Positive Influence Zine Anthology
- Lost in Ohio — Flux 12″ vinyl
- Projekt on Bandcamp — Excelsis vinyl & CD, Projekt 200 CD
Chillin’ with Lovespirals 91: Not Myself
We’re getting back into the swing of podcasting again with our second episode of the year! Chillin’ with Lovespirals episode 81 first dropped on YouTube in video format, but now it’s also available in audio format. You can subscribe to Chillin’ with Lovespirals on just about any podcast app including Apple, Spotify, Amazon, iHeart, Podcast Addict, Podchaser, Deezer, and JioSaavn. Or just listen to the latest episode in the player below!
Show Description
Ryan and Anji discuss their new single, “Not Myself,” including the creation, inspiration, cover art, and music video. The duo also share stories about their prior single, “Noumenon,” the ‘Flux’ vinyl and popularity of it’s first track, releasing singles over albums, updates to the band’s websites, how Anji’s former bandmate has been helping out with old tech, and more in this fun half hour long conversation.
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