About this project
First there was 'Yellow.' Maybe you have it already. Maybe you've heard about it through the grapevine. Maybe you have no idea what we're talking about.
If you fall into the last category, here's the skinny: 'Yellow' is a 7-song EP, the first of 2 we plan to finish before the world ends at midnight when the clock strikes 2012. Now we've begun the second EP (which yet to be titled, we'll call it '2' for now) - think of them as fraternal twins, related but far from identical with full psychic capabilities and sympathetic birth pains.
Both of these EPs represent very new territory for us. Together and separately they have stretched, challenged, scared and excited us. We are loving every second and we can't wait to share them with you.
At this point in the process, we feel a little like astronauts in the '60s - we have this cool new spaceship ('Yellow') and now we're putting the finishing touches on the launch pad ('2') so we can go to the MOOOOOOON!
But, like the astronauts, we can't do it without NASA.
That's you.
You're NASA.
We are turning to you now for help and support, because we can't do this without you. As a donor, you will be the first to receive this music in the form of your very own handmade copy (check out our video for a behind-the-scenes peek at the nifty production line for 'yellow' if you haven't already)! Beyond that, we will love you eternally and you can take pride knowing you were instrumental (pun intended) in making this music possible! You can also receive 'Yellow' retroactively if you missed the first chance - plus a whole slew of other goodies for donor packages to suit any budget!
Ultimately, these two EPs will be released as a double album - that official release is roughly scheduled for early next year. But why wait?! Get them before everybody else, and before THE WORLD ENDS!!
Let's lasso that moon folks. We love you.
jhj
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signed advance copy of '2', limited edition screenprint '2' poster (handmade and numbered), thank you call or skype with the band, physical copy of YELLOW, handwritten lyrics to each of the songs on '2' (penned by the songwriter), special thanks in the official double-release liner notes, a pair of guest list spots for our next show in your town
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signed advance copy of '2', limited edition screenprint '2' poster (handmade and numbered), thank you call or skype with the band, physical copy of YELLOW, handwritten lyrics to each of the songs on '2' (penned by the songwriter), special thanks in the official double-release liner notes, a pair of guest list spots for our next show in your town, we will write and record a song especially for you based on a theme of your choosing!
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signed advance copy of '2', limited edition screenprint '2' poster (handmade and numbered), thank you call or skype with the band, physical copy of YELLOW, handwritten lyrics to each of the songs on '2' (penned by the songwriter), special thanks in the official double-release liner notes, a pair of guest list spots for our next show in your town, we will write and record a song especially for you based on a theme of your choosing, we will play a living room concert for you and your friends (within 150 miles of NYC)
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signed advance copy of '2', limited edition screenprint '2' poster (handmade and numbered), thank you call or skype with the band, physical copy of YELLOW, handwritten lyrics to each of the songs on '2' (penned by the songwriter), special thanks in the official double-release liner notes, a pair of guest list spots and backstage passes for any 10 shows, we will write and record a song especially for you based on a theme of your choosing, we will play a living room concert for you and your friends (within 250 miles of NYC) or do a live streaming concert (anywhere in the world!) for as many people as you want to invite, we will record a ridiculous video of us doing a cover song of your choice
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all that other stuff and honestly, whatever you want. we'll figure out something so cool.
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The following is a brief summation of the sounds and spirit of The Spring Standards.
Born and bred in the Delaware Valley, this trio of songsters now call Brooklyn, New York their home, like much of their musical brethren. Comprised of a lass named Heather and two boys named James, the songs they Smith will Robb your heart, that much is Cleare. Brought up on the music of their elders, they drew much of their inspiration from those times, learning the power of song from artists you all know, The Beatles, James Taylor, Crosby, Stills and the other one.
Longtime friends and cohorts, by the time any of us had heard of them, they’d been working on their craft and crafting their works for many years under many names, with their passion for vocal harmony always in their foremost thoughts. It’s fast upon a first listen to feel the power of their pipes, the James boys being blessed with throats of velvet, and Heather with the wind of a foghorn. Sure, they’ve got more than enough facilities for plucking strings and tapping keys, but they never did have much luck finding a drummer. No matter. One can stomp a floor cannon, the other on the sock cymbals, and with their one free hand, they can wallop a snare drum with the best of ‘em. Problem solved, and we wouldn’t know the difference.
Never fans of the well-trodden roads of sentimental claptrap, their lyrics ring true whenever falling on eager ears. They sing not of the easy-breezy romances so often seen in Hallmark cards and on the silver screen, but of life’s true loves, uncertain and trying. They sing of Life’s Great Joys, found, lost, found again and lost once more. The things we wanted and what we found instead. Things not turning out how we’d hoped, but turning out all the same. As Heather sings night after night, in different cities all far from home, “If it’s not hard to say, then it’s a lie.”
Suffice to say, The Standards ain’t no lie. In their eyes, life’s not easy, but it sure can be beautiful when a few voices come together just right. Many folks have found such solace in the latest fruits of their labor, aptly titled, “Would Things Be Different.” Such a title could be either a question or an answer, when you think about it. I suppose that’ll be up to you.
