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'''Space Twins''' | The '''Space Twins''' are one of [[Weezer]] guitarist [[Brian Bell]]'s side projects. | ||
==History== | ==History== | ||
===Early Years=== | ===Early Years=== | ||
Space Twins | The Space Twins were 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 kid's birthday parties. The duo even had nicknames for one other: SpaceHelmet and Moonboot. | ||
This lineup, with the addition of Mark on drums, released one 7" single, [[No Show]] | This lineup, with the addition of Mark on drums, released one 7" single, ''[[No Show]]'' in [[1994]]. | ||
===The addition of Tim, Glen and Mike=== | ===The addition of Tim, Glen and Mike=== | ||
In [[1996]], the project became more serious, and Bell was joined by high school friends, [[Tim Maloof|Tim]] and [[Glenn Maloof]]. Bell also brought [[Mike Elliot]] into the fold, and, thus, a new Space Twins line-up was solidified. | In [[1996]], the project became more serious, and Bell was joined by high school friends, [[Tim Maloof|Tim]] and [[Glenn Maloof]]. Bell also brought [[Mike Elliot]] into the fold, and, thus, a new Space Twins line-up was solidified. | ||
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]]). Both of these sold out quickly and are no longer in print. | 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]]). Both of these sold out quickly and are no longer in print. | ||
===''The End of Imagining''=== | ===''The End of Imagining''=== | ||
In May [[2003]], the Space Twins independently released their debut album, ''[[The End of Imagining]]'', on their own | In May [[2003]], the Space Twins independently released their debut album, ''[[The End of Imagining]]'', on their own ''[[Raga Drop Records]]'' label. The album was critically acclaimed, with [[Rolling Stone]] critic John D. Luerresen naming the album 7th best of 2003. Currently, the album, like the band's previous releases, is out of print and remains sought after by many Weezer fans. | ||
The band performed at the 2003 SXSW festival in Austin, Texas. | The band performed at the 2003 SXSW festival in Austin, Texas. | ||
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''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 (Tim).'' | ''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 (Tim).'' | ||
Since then, no further development has occurred. Bell | Since then, no further development has occurred. It is unclear exactly what happened, but soon after, Bell formed another side-project, [[The Relationship]], and, when asked in the [[2006]] fan interview at Weezer's official website, Bell stated: ''"I’m not pursuing Space Twins presently only The Relationship."'' | ||
In the same interview, Bell stated the 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 Tim Maloof. | In the same interview, Bell stated the 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 Tim Maloof. So perhaps the Space Twins aren't completely finished. | ||
== Line-Up == | ==Line-Up== | ||
=== Current === | ===Current=== | ||
* [[Brian Bell]] - vocals, guitar | * [[Brian Bell]] - vocals, guitar | ||
* [[Glenn Maloof]] - guitar | * [[Glenn Maloof]] - guitar | ||
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* Mark - drums | * Mark - drums | ||
== Discography == | ==Discography == | ||
=== Albums === | ===Albums=== | ||
* [[The End of Imagining]] - 2003 | * ''[[The End of Imagining]]'' - 2003 | ||
=== | ===Singles=== | ||
* [[No Show]] - 1994 | * ''[[No Show]]'' - 1994 | ||
* [[Osaka Aquabus]] - 1997 | * ''[[Osaka Aquabus]]'' - 1997 | ||
* [[TV, Music & Candy]] - 1998 | * ''[[TV, Music & Candy]]'' - 1998 | ||
=== Compilation | ===Compilation Appearances=== | ||
*"[[Rust Colored Sun]]" appears on ''[[Substance Records: California]]'' ([[2000]]) | *An early version of "[[Rust Colored Sun]]" appears on ''[[Substance Records: California]]'' ([[2000]]) | ||
==See also== | |||
*[[List of The Space Twins songs]] | |||
== External links == | == External links == | ||