Lovespirals unveil a lush reimagining with “Will It Ever Be The Same (VIP Mix).” A favorite of Lum’s from their 2018 album Life Goes On, the duo elevates the original’s brooding beauty with a richer, moodier production taking advantage of their current studio arsenal. New to this version is a hypnotic vocal sample—“tell me, tell me…”—looped throughout, adding a modern rhythmic hook, while subtle 808 percussion lifts the stately dream pop track into a more contemporary space. Anji Bee’s haunting vocals express a yearning for connection, echoing into the cosmos with aching clarity. A modern classic reborn.
The Call (VIP Mix) Single & Video Out Now
Ryan & Anji Lum revisit their 2022 single, “The Call,” with an even moodier and more atmospheric 2025 reboot. The new VIP Mix amplifies the song’s shoegaze and dream pop essence with a bigger, better guitar sound and more immersive ethereal vocal harmonies. The hook-laden guitar lead and spacey synths evoke The Cure, while the track’s melancholic yet driving energy harks back to Ryan’s early 90s work, as well as the duo’s 2018 album, ‘Life Goes On.’ Anji’s emotive vocals shift effortlessly between bold confidence and dreamy sincerity, adding depth to the song’s hypnotic pull. A nostalgic yet refreshed take, this version of “The Call” is a hauntingly beautiful throwback with a modern twist.
Out now on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple, Amazon, YouTube, and other digital platforms.
Princess P Vinyl Set Features Love Spirals Downwards
Swedish DJ, Princess P, included “Sunset Bell (Flux Mix)” on her epic new 3-LP compilation set called Infinite Sonore. This is the newly remastered version from the Flux Deluxe Edition, and it features the enchanting vocals of Jennifer Wilde. Mental Groove Records has pressed just 500 copies which are available now on Bandcamp.
From the liner notes by Liner notes by JD Twitch (Optimo):
This is a journey, not a compilation, lovingly selected by Swiss underground DJ Princess P to take you on a transcendent musical voyage, from the pulsating echoes of Spacemen 3 to the ethereal tones of Natalie Beridze, throughout rarities from Atypic, LFO and Irdial Discs’ Mimi Majick, her selection spans a decade of blending electronic dreamy soundscapes with ecstatic rhythms that move seamlessly from the dancefloor to introspective moments.
Echoes Features “Welcome Christmas”
The Echoes Radio‘s “An Echoes Night Before Christmas” show included Love Spirals Downwards’ “Welcome Christmas” from the 1995 Projekt album, Excelsis. Show host John Diliberto has played this classic holiday recording –noted as “the perennial favorite“– every year as part of their holiday programs, including “An Echoes Christmas,” “The Night After Christmas: A Christmas Day Soundscape,” “An Echoes Night Before Christmas,” “Sonic Seasonings,” “Christmas and Hanukkah,” “An Echoes Christmas I: The Night Before,” “Seasonal Slow-Flow Echoes,” and the “Echoes Extended – A Winter Holiday Soundscape” — which also included the 2001 recording of “Aspen Glow” for Projekt’s Excelsis Vol. 3 ~ A Prelude CD. That Lovespirals holiday gem has been featured nearly every year, as well, on programs including “The Night After Christmas: A Christmas Day Soundscape,” and “An Echoes Christmas” –but most often on their “Echoes Winter Solstice” mixes. It’s nice to know that we’ve become a part of this nationally syndicated radio show’s holiday season tradition.
Juno Recommends Downtempo Features ‘Flux’ Vinyl
The UK DJ music site Juno added the Lost in Ohio vinyl reissue of Flux to the Juno Recommends Baeleric/Downtempo chart, along with a review:
Love Spirals Downwards’ seminal 1998 album, Flux, receives a well-deserved vinyl reissue, enriching its ethereal soundscape with newfound clarity and depth. Remastered by Ryan Lum, the album’s lush blend of ethereal guitars, celestial vocals, and pioneering breakbeats resonates as powerfully today as it did upon its debut. From the skittering rhythms of ‘City Moon’ to the haunting beauty of ‘Psyche,’ the album’s innovative fusion of genres captivates listeners, offering a timeless sonic journey. Insightful liner notes by Jason Morehead of Opus Zine accompany the release, providing a deeper understanding of the album’s creative process and enduring impact. Flux stands as a landmark in the dream pop genre, hailed by Pitchfork and post-punk.com among others and this vinyl reissue allows fans to rediscover its transcendent beauty once again.
“Used To Be” Single & Video Out Now
Lovespirals return with their third new song of 2024 , “Used To Be,” a captivating track that intertwines 90s-inspired dream pop and electronica with unexpected hints of soulfulness. Evoking the early Love Spirals Downwards era, Ryan combines atmospheric textures, acoustic strums, and a goth-tinged guitar hook, building to an epic solo that closes the song with emotive resonance. Anji’s expressive blend of earthy and ethereal vocals, layered with harmonies, brings the song’s emotional depth to life. The result is an immersive, haunting, and reflective soundscape, pairing raw lyrical honesty with lush instrumentation.
“Used To Be” is available on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, YouTube, Pandora, Juno Music, TIDAL now and other digital music services.
Official Projekt Records LSD Interview Cassette
In 1994, Jon Gonzalez of Fond Affexxions magazine conducted an interview with Ryan and Suzanne for a Projekt Records promotional cassette. This cassette served to promote both Love Spirals Downwards’ sophomore album, Ardor, and the various artist tribute to Black Tape For A Blue Girl, Of These Reminders, both released the same year. In addition to the interview, the cassette also includes “Write In Water” from Ardor, and “Could I Stay The Honest One?” from Of These Reminders. Quotes from this interview were also used for a “Shorttake” article on Love Spirals Downwards in Fond Affexxions Issue 5: Winter Thaw 1995. We recently unearthed and digitized the audio from this archival tape and made it available on YouTube.
Ryan Discusses Flux Deluxe on Band Podcast
The Chillin’ with Lovespirals podcast was recently relaunched and the band are busy archiving past episodes including Ryan’s 2023 chat about the Flux Deluxe Edition. This ten minute audio show goes into detail about how Ryan remastered the original mixes that were used in both the expanded digital release, as well as the vinyl album — which hadn’t been organized yet at the time of recording. Stream the show here, or via your favorite podcasting service including Spotify, Apple, Amazon, iHeart, Podcast Addict, Podchaser, Deezer, and JioSaavn.
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Subscribe to the Chillin’ with Lovespirals Podcast
After a 5 year hiatus, the Chillin’ with Lovespirals podcast/vidcast is back! Originally launched in June 2005 as an audio show, it later transitioned to a video show hosted on YouTube, but now it is available in both formats. Chillin’ with Lovespirals hasn’t been available on Apple Podcasts in quite some time, so it’s great to make a return as well as to join Spotify Podcasts for the first time.
In this laid-back and insightful podcast, Ryan and Anji discuss their creative process, the technology behind their music and videos, and how they’ve stayed relevant in the ever-evolving digital music landscape. With personal stories, inspiring artist discoveries, and behind-the-scenes looks at life as modern-day content creators, Chillin’ with Lovespirals offers an engaging mix of creativity, tech talk, and indie music insights from a duo that’s been pushing musical boundaries for over two decades.
You can subscribe to Chillin’ with Lovespirals on just about any podcast app including Apple, Spotify, Amazon, iHeart, Podcast Addict, Podchaser, Deezer, and JioSaavn.
Subscribe to the video version via the LovespiralsOfficial YouTube channel.
Flux Vinyl Sold Out – Preorder 2nd Pressing
Lost in Ohio just announced that they have sold out of the first pressing of the first-ever vinyl reissue of Love Spirals Downwards album, ‘Flux.’ But if you missed out on that limited edition pressing, not to worry! The record label is set for a second, even smaller, repressing of the white vinyl album, due to begin shipping on September 27, 2024. Preorder your copy via Lost in Ohio now!
