SPITSHINE first surfaced from Bethlehem, Pennsylvania with their self-titled debut CD in 2001, introducing listeners to a fresh, melody-based, modern-rock sound anchored somewhere between INXS and the Goo Goo Dolls. The 7 song effort put the group on the map in Southeastern Pennsylvania, earning them several awards and appearances on regional compilation CD's.
SPITSHINE's 12 song 2004 release "TRANSAUDIO" was a huge success for the band. With several thousand copies sold in it's first few months it gained them respect among area music critics and a "Best CD" nomination at the Lehigh Valley Music Awards. The CD also took 2nd place in a Regional contest held by the National Grammy Association.
Here's what Jim Price from WBXQ FM in Altoona, PA had to say about
"TRANSAUDIO".
"The music is a soundtrack to their soul, providing driving guitar anthems, sing along choruses and heartfelt ballads. The live show delivers a diverse rock style with a PUNCH few can match. Fans of Pop, Punk and Rock will find plenty to cheer about throughout the album, with nearly every song possessing a crisp, catchy melody."
2005-2008
After being named "The Stars Of Bethlehem" and winning over $5,000 in cash & prizes, SPITSHINE have once again raised their own bar of success. They reciently teamed up with world renowned Grammy nominated, Atlantic Records producer David Ivory (Silvertide, Halestorm, The Roots, Molly Hatchet, Erykah Badu, Patti Labelle). Under Mr. Ivory's guidance, SPITSHINE is focusing on writing, producing and recording several tracks for the bands upcoming 2008 CD. The first single released is a brand new song called "I Don't Want You". It's already a fan favorite and the song that sealed the deal with Ivory. Look for several NEW tracks to be released in the coming months.
In January 2007 SPITSHINE signed a two year development deal with Media Five Entertainment, the Management & Booking agency credited with discovering National artists Live, Fuel, Acid Trip & July For Kings.
SPITSHINE have given tour support to National Recording Artists:
Aztek Trip, The Starting Line, Bliss 66, Brooklyn Run, Caroline's Spine, The Cellarbirds, Fuel, G. Love & Special Sauce, Hootie & The Blowfish, Isle Of Q, Jackyl, Jeremiah Freed, Mercy River, Bret Michaels (Poison), Naked Eyes, Our Lady Peace, Rusted Root, Shades Apart, Silvertide, Sound The Alarm, Spacehog, Sponge, Vince Neil (Motley Crue), Blessid Union Of Souls, Adam Kowalczyk (Live), George Thorogood, Warrant, The Ataris, Constantine Maroulis (American Idol), Saving Jane, Winger and others.
Hey Bryan, I hope you and Larry are fine! Me and Daniele will be in San Francisco from the 24th till the 29th of August, are you around there or you will be in the beatiful Key West?
SEACRETS SUCKS!!! I didn't get to say good-bye to my boys and have one more celebration. I want to thank you guys from the bottom of my heart for the years of music you've brought me. The smiles you gave me after a much needed bad time. I love you guys!! Always and forever MY BOYS <3333
thanks for the add baby. gonna check out jolly roger in aug ad well. gonna bring sum friends. road trip. yay. cool like old times back in the day when i lived in allentown.
had an awesome time with you guys last night..it makes me so sad to know i wont see you guys play together again :[
i could have gone all sappy on ya'll this morning when you left but i didn't haha.
but seriously..i've had some of the best times of my life with you guys and i know i'll be seeing you guys sometimes when i'm up in PA..i better anyways, you guys can't get rid of me that easily =P
so thanks for all the dances, rocking out, the laughs, the pictures, and all the awesome memories. you guys are truly amazing and i love each and every one of you :]
9 F*%$ ing Amazing years!!! Being a part of this phenominal musical journey with you guys was some of the best times of my life. Bry & Larry you're to very creative and special people to me. It was fun being the spit and the polish that made you guys (all 17 of you) shine so bright. SPIT/PEACE/LOVE/SHINE alway, Sly Smith...
HELLO GUYS,JUST WANTED TO COME BY AND SHOW SOME LOVE AND SAY HAVE A SUPER ROCKIN' WEEK!!YOU GUYS ROCK AND I WISH YOU GUYS ALL THE BEST IN EVERYTHING THAT COME'S YOUR WAY!!LOVE,APRIL (KEEP ON ROCKIN'!!)
You guys were EFFIN AWESOME at Shuckers, cant wait til May 16th. :D Check out my default Pic, LOOK FAMILAR?? Thanks so much -- you guys made my night! LOVE YOU ALL!!!!!!!!
Hey Rockstars! We're comin' back to town to visit this summer. Better schedule a gig on July 7th or 8th so I can get to watch you guys jam one more time!
