Years active 2010–present Active from 2007 | Website SPiNrocks.com Record label HowsaboutNOW? Records | |
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Origin Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Labels Independent, howsaboutNOW? Records Members Eric Rothenheber
Jim Vacca
Lou Chudnofsky
Henry Cieplinski Albums Like a Ragged Flock, Episode SIX, Jar of Lies, Meant to Rise Genres Pop rock, Power pop, Alternative rock Similar Big Pokey, Lil' Keke, 3+2, Dani and Lizzy, Hvid Sjokolade | ||
SPiN is a four-piece American Alternative Rock / Power pop band from the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania area whose first EP "Home" was internationally released in 2010.
Contents
- History
- Music Placements on Network TV
- Sound
- Music videos
- Press
- Cease and Desist
- Albums EPs
- Members
- Songs
- References
"Stellar musicianship, vocals and writing make this one not to be missed" wrote music and radio industry publication the FMQB. The Philadelphia-area based band's first single, "Home," entered the charts as the second-most added song in the country for two weeks straight. It went on to peak at number 7 on FMQB's Hot AC charts. SPiN has had its songs appear in dozens of television shows in the US and has toured extensively supporting acts such as Puddle of Mudd, Hinder, Trapt, Halestorm, Fuel (band), , Eve 6, Sponge (band), Charm City Devils, SafetySuit, Ra (American band), Rev Theory, Red during stops in 32 US states at over 600 shows. In 2015, "Happy Together", the first single from their "Stalked" EP hit #1 on the iTunes Indie Rock charts and remained in the top 5 for over two months.
History
SPiN's origins can be traced back to a Wyndmoor, Pennsylvania high school, where Vocalist Eric Rothenheber and Keyboardist Jim Vacca first began performing together. Guitarist Henry Cieplinski and Drummer Lou Chudnofsky were quickly added to the mix, and with the help of a local booking agent the tight-knit band of friends began playing regional shows 3-5 times a week. This heavy performance schedule, along with a demo cut in a friend's basement studio, helped secure national sponsorship by Herbal Liqueur brand Jägermeister, who has invited the band to be part of the highly successful Jäger Music Tour series. The building buzz caught the attention of Grammy-Winning producer David Ivory, who ended up producing SPiN's debut EP, Home.
Music Placements on Network TV
Sound
SPiN's sound has been described as alternative pop/rock or powerpop infused with electronic elements and powerful vocal harmonies - reminiscent of bands like Muse, Queen, Fall Out Boy, and The Cars It was described by producer Luke Tozour (P!nk, Katy Perry) as "“Classic epic songwriting with a modern pop twist!” and in Wildy's World, "SPiN takes the melodic rock tendencies of 1970's heavyweights Styx or Queen while maintaining a modern edge that makes them highly appealing across several age demographics."
Music videos
Press
SPiN's releases have been met with favorable press in newspapers, magazines and websites around the country, including the Philadelphia Daily News and Inquirer. Feature articles were written on the band in The Virginia Tribune, Baltimore Times, Florida Style magazine, Washington Informer, "Musicians Friend" and more.
Cease and Desist
Spin magazine has warned the band regarding the similarity of their name to the long-running music publication. On January 3, 2008 the band received a letter from the attorney for the publication's parent company Spin Media, LLC, claiming that the name "SPiN" constitutes trademark infringement "of the famous and valuable" Spin brand. The band has stated it will not give up the name due to this claim.
Albums / EPs
Members
Songs
Zombie GirlJar of Lies · 2015
Dig Your Own GraveMeant to Rise · 2017
Jar of LiesJar of Lies · 2015