Watch the ethereal cover art come to life in this mesmerizing lyric video for Lovespirals’ new mix of their devastating and dreamy song, “Will It Ever Be The Same.”
“Will It Ever Be The Same (VIP Mix)” is available now on all streaming platforms and on Bandcamp — where you can purchase the song in your choice of audio formats.
Lovespirals unveil a lush reimagining with “Will It Ever Be The Same (VIP Mix).” A favorite of Lum’s from their 2018 album Life Goes On, the duo elevates the original’s brooding beauty with a richer, moodier production taking advantage of their current studio arsenal. New to this version is a hypnotic vocal sample—“tell me, tell me…”—looped throughout, adding a modern rhythmic hook, while subtle 808 percussion lifts the stately dream pop track into a more contemporary space. Anji Bee’s haunting vocals express a yearning for connection, echoing into the cosmos with aching clarity. A modern classic reborn.
Out now on Bandcamp and all streaming platforms including Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, and YouTube Music.
Check out a new interview with Anji Bee by DJ Noctura of Charting the Higher Octave. They go deep into her musical history, including her stint as a fanzine creator in the 80s and 90s, her time as a college radio DJ, how she met Ryan, plus music collaborations new and old (Restless Mosaic and Bitstream Dream), podcasting, and –of course– what’s new with Lovespirals.
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.
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!
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
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.
Ryan and Anji sit down in the Chillcuts studio to 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 available on the LovespiralsOfficial YouTube channel.
Lovespirals’ new single, “Not Myself,” is a nostalgic nod to the band’s early millennium chillout sound. In contrast to the darker and more despairing vibe of “Noumenon,” “Not Myself” invites quiet meditation with its minimalist lyrics that exploring themes of self-identity, set against dreamy, slightly jazzy yet ambient soundscapes and soft beats. The perfect soundtrack for late summer moving into early autumn. 
Available now on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, YouTube, Bandcamp, and other digital music platforms.
Lovespirals’ new single, “Not Myself,” is a nostalgic nod to the band’s early millennium chillout sound with gently soulful vocals and a classic laid-back bluesy guitar solo adding layers of emotion and depth, making “Not Myself” a reflective and soothing experience for fans of introspective electronica. In contrast to the darker and more despairing vibe of “Noumenon,” the duo’s new release invites quiet meditation. The music video, filmed and edited by band lyricist, vocalist, and co-producer, Anji “Bee” Lum, plays right into the song’s vibes with its chill California coastline imagery.
Digital single out September 13, 2024 on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music and other streaming services! http://lovespirals.bandcamp.com
More than three decades on, Love Spirals Downwards founder Ryan Lum continues to reinvent himself, creating captivating music that merges disparate genres with his signature use of guitar and female vocals. With “Noumenon” the ethereal sounds of dream pop blend seamlessly with elements of ambient electronica and trap, showcasing Lum’s ability to transcend traditional musical boundaries. This new track features Anji Lum’s sensual yet airy vocals layered over skittering beats, dramatic guitar, and lush, atmospheric production, creating a sonic landscape that is both immersive and evocative. Lyrically “Noumenon” delves into themes of emotional disillusionment and the struggle to carry on amidst feelings of isolation and pain, encapsulated in the refrain “Love is just a noumenon.” This introspective depth complements the song’s rich sound, exemplifying the timeless quality of Lovespirals’ music and proving that Lum’s creative evolution is far from over.
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Continue reading “Noumenon” Single Out NowIt’s the 25th anniversary of Love Spirals Downwards’ 1998 album, ‘Flux,’ and to celebrate, we released the ‘Flux Deluxe Edition’ on all digital platforms. In addition to the album’s original 9 songs, we included 13 bonus tracks. In addition to remixes, a live recording, and a number of previously unreleased outtakes, this epic 147 minute collection includes a brand new Lovespirals rendition of “I’ll Always Love You,” that we named “Misunderstood.” While searching the archives we came across some of the original samples used in the song which tempted Ryan to recreate his fave track from the ground up for 2023. We had a blast revisiting this classic song!
You can find “Misunderstood” on the Love Spirals Downwards’ ‘Flux Deluxe Edition’ album on all digital music platforms, or grab just the single from our Lovespirals Bandcamp account!
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