Out now on YouTube is the official music video for the new single by Lovespirals, “The Call.” This dreamy video was filmed entirely in and around the band’s hometown of Long Beach, CA, shot and edited by Anji with some post production by Ryan. So many great spots to see sunsets from!
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“The Call” Single Out Now
After the deceptively light musical offerings of the 3-song ‘Smile – Single’ Lovespirals return with a darker hued single. “The Call” shares some of the retro-90’s shoe gazer/dream pop vibes of their 2018 album, ‘Life Goes On,’ highlighting the lush guitar work bandleader, Ryan Lum, has long been known for. His soaring solo could easily have been plucked from his 1994 Love Spirals Downwards album, ‘Ardor.’ Hypnotic bass and upbeat drums drive this melancholic song with an unexpected groove, while Anji Bee’s signature blend of earthy low voice and soaring ethereal harmonies lift your soul.
Answer the call… it’s a sweet surprise.
Released July 1, 2022 on all digital platforms including Bandcamp, Spotify, YouTube Music, Amazon Mp3, Tidal, Pandora and Apple Music.
The Call
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
I see it in your eyes
Full of 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
You’re calling out to me
I see it in your eyes
Full of 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
I can’t answer your call
Can’t afford to take the fall
— by Anji Bee (BMI)
Released July 1, 2022
On ‘The Call (Single)’
“Down Low” Official Music Video
Ryan and I just posted the official music video for “Down Low” from our 3-song ‘Smile – Single’ to YouTube. This midnight vibes video highlights our own downtown Long Beach for a moody change of pace. This is the first time Lovespirals have created a music video for every song on a release, and we’re pretty excited about it.
Lovespirals ‘Smile – Single’ featuring “Down Low” is available for digital download in your choice of audio format from https://lovespirals.bandcamp.com
Listen to Lovespirals on your favorite audio streaming service including Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon, Tidal, or YouTube. See our official website at https://lovespirals.com
Down Low – Lyrics
Drop me a line
Send me a sign
A little something
Let me know that you’re alive
But keep it on the down low
(Down low)
I said keep it on the down low
(Down low)
Just keep it on the down low
(Down low)
Gotta keep it on the down low
(Down low)
Write me a text
Baby I’m vexed
I don’t know what’s going on now
But what can I expect said we’d
Keep it on the down low
(Down low)
We said keep it on the down low
(Down low)
Just keep it on the down low
(Down low)
Gotta keep it on the down low
(Down low)
Keep it on the down low
(Down low)
I said keep it on the down low
(Down low)
Just keep it on the down low
(Down low)
Gotta keep it on the down low
(Down low)
On the down low
(Down low)
(Down low)
— by Anji Bee (BMI)
Released March 4, 2022
on Smile – Single
Why Not Today – Lyrics
When does the happiness begin
When does the love come flooding in
When does the pain fade away
Will it be tomorrow
Why not today
Why not today
When will my grey skies turn to blue
When will I take on a different hue
When will the sun come out to play again
Will it be tomorrow
Why not today
Why not today
I’ve waited patiently (patiently)
But I have yet to see (yet to see)
Joy wing its way to me
So I’m left wondering
When does the pain fade away
Will it be tomorrow
Why not today
Why not today
— by Anji Bee (BMI)
Released March 4, 2022
on Smile – Single
Smile – Lyrics
I been having a hard time lately
If I’m honest it’s been quite awhile
But I keep it mostly to myself, yeah
I just nod and smile
My smile may be pretty but it’s
All filled with lies
And you if look closely, see it
Doesn’t reach my eyes
Ha ahh ahh oh ooh smile
Hoo ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh smile
I been really going thru it lately
I wasn’t honest, I was in denial
Should’ve asked for help but instead
I just nod and smile
My smile may be pretty but it’s
All filled with lies
And you if look closely, see it
Doesn’t reach my eyes
Smile
Smile
Smile
Smile
Ha ahh ahh oh ooh smile
Hoo ooh ooh hoo ooh ooh ooh
— by Anji Bee (BMI)
Released March 4, 2022
on Smile – Single
‘Smile – Single’ & Music VIdeo 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 our song “Why Not Today,” which was previously only available on Bandcamp. All three songs continue the band’s tradition of working new influences into their signature dream pop sound. This time it’s the jazzier side of K-Indie that’s inspiring the chill So Cal duo. You can read the full PR write up on the About page or over on the Bandcamp page for Smile.
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Anji and Ryan will be hosting a live premier of the ‘Smile’ music video on their YouTube channel on Monday March 7th, 2022 at 6pm PST. They will chat with viewers as the video plays for the first time.
As a small indie band working DIY with no label or PR company, Anji and Ryan very much appreciate the support of fans and their help in getting the word out! The ‘Smile’ single is also available for use in TikTok and Instagram stories for listeners to share their love of the music in their own creative endeavors.
“Spinning Circles” Official Music Video
An official music video for the song “Spinning Circles” from our ‘Life Goes On’ album is out now on the Lovespirals YouTube channel.
Over the past 2-3 years I’ve been filming various scenes I thought would work well with the lyrical concept and I finally took the time to edit them together for this fun must video that contrasts black and white and super colorful scenes. The parasol scenes were shot on Laguna Beach during the performance of ‘The Shoreline Project’ by artist Elizabeth Turk. We had randomly been on site just as 1000 people converged for this performance piece, and it was quite surreal! The carousel and teacups ride scenes were both shot at Disneyland, and the stupa scene was shot at Maui Dharma Center in Paia.
Hope this video makes you smile!
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“Life Goes On” Official Music Video
To celebrate the start of a new year, Anji put together a music video for the title track of the latest Lovespirals album, “Life Goes On,” featuring some of the peaceful moments filmed over the past 12 tumultuous months. Here’s hoping this new year is better than the last!
Stream ‘Life Goes On’ by Lovespirals on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon, Google Play, or Pandora. Buy digital downloads or CDs from lovespirals.bandcamp.com
Lovespirals Guest on Sam Rosenthal Album for Tim Leary’s Birthday
Projekt Records founder, Sam Rosenthal of Black Tape for a Blue Girl, just released a new album to commemorate what would have been Timothy Leary’s 100th birthday this month. Entitled Tim, where are you now?, this collaborative album features many special guests, including Lovespirals, Steve Roach, Erik Wøllo, Mike VanPortfleet of Lycia, Brian Viglione of The Dresden Dolls, Lee Ranaldo of Sonic Youth, Reggie Watts, and more. Ryan and Anji contributed to “Starseed,” alongside Forrest Fang and Rosenthal, as well as “PSY PHI love means High Fidelity” alongside Byron Metcalf, Martin Bowes, and Rosenthal. These songs highlight musical sides of Lovespirals you may not have seen before. The CD is currently in preorder on Bandcamp, where you can alternatively purchase a digital download on the “Name Your Price” deal (meaning you can pay $0 if you want…), and it’s also available to stream on all digital platforms, including Apple Music, Spotify, and YouTube.
“Why Not Today?” Single and Video Out Now
Lovespirals’ soulful new single, “Why Not Today?” is now available on Bandcamp! The download of our single ALSO includes this brand new music video, shot at gorgeous Crystal Cove beach here in Southern California. With extremely chill vibes and super smooth production, “Why Not Today?” pulls from our r&b/soul side with a little jazz and blues twist. Melancholic, dreamy, and filled with soft yearning for a better time and place, the accompanying video is a lovely reminder of the healing power of nature, even in this time of human disconnection and unease. We hope this single will bring you some joy!
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You can download in any (or all) of the following formats on Bandcamp: MP3 V0, MP3 320, FLAC, AAC, Ogg Vorbis, ALAC, WAV, AIFF.