SPIRITS combines the writing talents of accomplished songwriters and multi-instrumentalists Ian Smith and Brad Germain to create what Smith calls "something with less inhibitions, really fun, and as dance-y as possible." Drummer Nick Skalkos completes the trio, bringing a third vocal to the live show.
According to Smith, what started in the summer of 2006 "for shits and giggles" has developed into more than fifteen multi-layered guitar and keyboard-filled songs. As for the musical direction, they both say that it didn't take much of a discussion. "We didn't want it to be a heavy band. We were shooting for it to be more 'poppy,' just focusing on the melodies of the song," says Germain.
Hi! The performance at the Dome tonight was wonderful. So glad that you were also there! Have a wonderful time in South Africa. Hope to see more of this band!
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