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SPiN
| At-a-Glance | |
| Hometown | Willow Grove, PA |
| Genres | |
| Band Members | E - Lead Vocals, Guitar; Jim - Synths, Keys, Vocals; Lou - Drums; Hank - Guitar, Vocals |
| Upcoming Shows | |
| One-Sheet | |
| # Years Experience Performing Live: | 4 |
| Market Draw: | Home Market: 800+ |
| Performing Rights Society: | ASCAP |
About the Artist
Sometimes compared to bands like Muse, Queen, and The Cars, SPiN's sound has been described as: "Classic epic songwriting with a modern pop twist!" (Luke Tozour-Pink, Katy Perry, Mika); "great hooks, melodic rock...and burbling synthesizers" (the-trades.com); "hard-driving power chords and edgy overtones layering over thoughtful, subtle melodic progressions. I am in love!" (antimusic.com) and "synth pop with rock aggression and catchy melodies" (examiner.com)Songs from their 2011 debut album, "BELiEVE" and their 2010 EP "Home" have been met with both industry praise: "nice rock edge with some real pop sensibilities" (Bill Burrs -RCA Label Group) and national press: "...a comfortable space between emo and the grittier side of power pop...some very radio-friendly material." (Vintage Guitar Magazine) Numerous tracks have received airplay across the US and Canada ("Home" reached #7 on FMQB) and have appeared in hit TV series on networks like Spike TV, Bravo, MTV, VH1, and G4 across more than a dozen shows. The band's track "Hurt By You" was also featured on G4's "Attack of the Show" in their Free Beats segment. Their music video for "Playing Dead" garnered similar attention with rotation in the U.S. on FUSE TV, in Canada on AUX TV, and online as a NEW Yahoo! Music featured video. The buzz eventually made its way to Spin magazine's publisher Tom Hartle, who said "we want to support these guys," which was ironic in that his magazine filed a cease and desist order against them for use of the name - the band refused.
Often on the road, SPiN has provided support for Halestorm, Fuel, Hinder, SafetySuit, Puddle of Mudd, Trapt, Red, Fat Joe and more during their 500 plus shows across 25 states. When not touring, SPiN continues to write, record, and release music at their studio inside a 150 year old funeral home in the band's hometown of Philadelphia. SPiN is "true DIY power pop that should turn some heads. If not, you're not listening properly!" (Alan Cross - The Ongoing History of New Music, ExploreMusic)
Technical Requirements:
Sound Reinforcement and an Engineer are needed.3 Vocal Mics across the front - we can provide our own backline, or use existing.
Achievements
Rock Videos Winner, February 2014
Reached 94th in Best of Rock chart in 2016. In the top 100 for 1 week.
Reached 94th in Best of Rock chart in 2015. In the top 100 for 2 weeks.
Reached 46th in Best of Rock chart in 2013. In the top 100 for 9 weeks.
Top 10 in Rock Videos, March 2014
Top 10 in Alternative, June 2012
Top 10 in Alternative, May 2012
July 2009 MTV VMA Best Breakout Philly
Top 40 in Rock Videos, October 2014
Top 40 in Rock Videos, September 2014
Top 40 in Rock Videos, August 2014
Top 40 in Rock Videos, July 2014
Top 40 in Rock Videos, June 2014
Top 40 in Rock Videos, May 2014
Top 40 in Rock Videos, April 2014
Top 40 in Rock Videos, January 2014
Top 40 in Alternative, January 2014
Top 40 in Rock Videos, December 2013
Top 40 in Rock Videos, November 2013
Top 40 in Rock Videos, October 2013
Top 40 in Rock Videos, September 2012
Top 40 in Alternative, May 2011
Top 40 in Modern Rock, April 2011
Press Coverage
Stellar musicianship, vocals and writing... by
SPiN delivers a quality debut on their maiden voyage at the format. “Home” sets sail for radio and this powerful well produced track is destined to find many radio ports to dock at. Stellar...
SPiN delivers a quality debut on their maiden voyage at the format. “Home” sets sail for radio and this powerful well produced track is destined to find many radio ports to dock at. Stellar...
Not only is their music phenomenal... by
... These guys actually have a song called "Home" that is passing by an Alicia Keys song on some radio chart! Not only is their music phenomenal, their stage presence is crazy. When I heard they...
... These guys actually have a song called "Home" that is passing by an Alicia Keys song on some radio chart! Not only is their music phenomenal, their stage presence is crazy. When I heard they...
Spin are hot shags and fantastic songwriters by
... I’m all but certain Spin are hot shags and fantastic songwriters...
... I’m all but certain Spin are hot shags and fantastic songwriters...
harmonies that are especially delicious by
...My first impression of these guys is absolute delight, especially as the song progresses and band members vocally join to create harmonies that are especially delicious in this power-pop tune......
...My first impression of these guys is absolute delight, especially as the song progresses and band members vocally join to create harmonies that are especially delicious in this power-pop tune......
This is what rock and roll is all about. by
Rock Is Not Dead. Despite the oft repeated refrain, rock is alive and well. Today we visit Philadelphia, PA and SPiN; one of the more pleasant surprises I've found of late. No bass player? No...
Rock Is Not Dead. Despite the oft repeated refrain, rock is alive and well. Today we visit Philadelphia, PA and SPiN; one of the more pleasant surprises I've found of late. No bass player? No...
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