Space Twins is an American rock band fronted by Weezer guitarist Brian Bell.[1]
Space Twins | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Knoxville, Tennessee |
| Genres | Alternative rock |
| Years active | 1993–2005 (on hiatus) |
| Labels | Raga Drop Records |
| Members |
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| Past members | Susan Fox |
| Website | spacetwins |
History
editEarly years
editSpace Twins was founded in 1993 by Weezer guitarist Brian Bell and, his then girlfriend, Susan Fox. Initially, the band was a small project in which the two would dress up in Star Trek style outfits with pipe-cleaner antennae, playing silly songs at kids' birthday parties. The duo even had nicknames for one another: SpaceHelmet and Moonboot.[citation needed]
The addition of Tim (Timothy Maloof), Glenn and Mike
editIn 1996, the project became more serious, and Bell was joined by high school friends, Timothy and Glenn Maloof. Bell also brought Mike Elliot into the fold, and, thus, a new Space Twins line-up was solidified.[2]
The quartet developed a unique sound that blends modern indie rock with progressive and psychedelic elements. In Weezer's down-time, the band released two limited-edition 7" singles: "Osaka Aquabus" (1997) and "TV, Music & Candy" (1998).[3] Both of these sold out quickly and are no longer in print.
The End of Imagining
editIn May 2003, the Space Twins independently released their debut album, The End of Imagining, on their own label Raga Drop Records.[4] The album was critically acclaimed, with Rolling Stone critic John D. Luerresen naming the album 7th best of 2003.[5] The album, like the band's previous releases, is out of print and remains sought after by many Weezer fans.[citation needed]
The band performed at the 2003 SXSW festival in Austin, Texas.[6]
Current status
editIn May 2005, a message appeared on the band's official website:
"Yesterday the Space Twins jammed. It was much fun. We were working on and jamming a bunch of songs of Glenn's. It was like we hadn't had a break. Anyways, as soon as Brian gets back from the European tour we will be getting together regularly. We have plans of recording and hopefully touring. Everyone is doing well—Glenn, Mike, Brian and myself."[This quote needs a citation]
Bell has since formed another side-project, The Relationship, and, when asked in the 2006 fan interview, at Weezer's official website, Bell stated that: "I’m not pursuing Space Twins presently only The Relationship."[This quote needs a citation]
In the same interview, Bell stated a possibility of putting out a "psychedelic children’s record" involving the Space Twins' recording of "Nico", "Flowerpot", "The Clown Song", and "Birds In The Street" plus writing some new ones with Timothy Maloof.[citation needed]
Line-up
editCurrent
edit- Brian Bell - vocals, guitar
- Glenn Maloof - guitar
- Timothy Maloof - bass, vocals, violin
- Mike Elliot - drums
Previous
edit- Susan Fox
Discography
editAlbums
edit- The End of Imagining - 2003
Vinyl singles
edit- No Show - 1994
- Osaka Aquabus - 1997
- TV, Music, and Candy - 1998
References
edit- ^ Luerssen, John D. (2003-07-18). "Weezer's Bell Bears "Twins"". Rolling Stone. Retrieved 2018-11-11.
- ^ "Space Twins Dot Com | Info | Bios". 2003-12-11. Archived from the original on 2003-12-11. Retrieved 2018-11-11.
- ^ "Space Twins Dot Com | Info | Discography". Space Twins. 2003-12-11. Archived from the original on 2003-12-11. Retrieved 2018-11-11.
- ^ "Space Twins Dot Com | Info | Discography". 2003-12-11. Archived from the original on 2003-12-11. Retrieved 2018-11-11.
- ^ "RollingStone.com: Outkast : Our Critics Top Albums of 2003 : News". archive.fo. 2004-11-24. Archived from the original on 2004-11-24. Retrieved 2018-11-11.
- ^ "Space Twins Dot Com | Tour Diary". 2003-12-07. Archived from the original on 2003-12-07. Retrieved 2018-11-11.