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Starflyer 59
Indie / Alternative / Rock

New Album DIAL M Available NOW!



Riverside, California
United States

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Member Since3/22/2005
Band Websitewww.sf59.com booking www.aerobooking.com
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InfluencesDepeche Mode, The Smiths, Larry Norman, Pixies, Daniel Amos, New Order,
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Record LabelTooth & Nail Records
Type of LabelIndie


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   About Starflyer 59

About

Starflyer 59

Jason Martin Vocals, Guitar
Steven Dail Bass
Trey Many Drums

You have come to expect Starflyer 59 to be the most reliable, most dependable, yet most undeniably unpredictable messengers of album after album of quality independent rock tunes. Over ten albums deep, over fifteen years time, from the early guitar-heavy shoegazing era to the ethereal moodiness of The Fashion Focus years to the latest incarnations and recreations of themselves as keyboard-driven masters of chorus, this is and always will be a band who will deliver great songs with new sounds.

But who are you going to call when you need a deeply emotional, personal album confronting loss with faith and candor? Dial M for Martin...

Jason Martin, the band's vocalist, producer, and songwriter explains, “I always wanted to do a record of solo tracks and call it ?Dial M for Martin.” But because this is such a candid record for me I decided to lend that idea as the title for this. I dealt with some very difficult tests when I was working on this...the loss of someone very close to me. This record deals with that loss.”

Somber, yet reflective, mournful, yet hopeful, this is Martin at his sleeve-wearing finest. Feeling speaks first here above all else, but just don't expect him to trade songwriting or sonic surprise for sentiment. And there is more than one dose of the unexpected here: instead of any sense of drive to the guitar sounds, SF59 goes the opposite direction, which proves to be a wondrous decision; Mr. M. and company rely heavily on assorted analog keys and synths, with a sprinkling of acoustic guitar. There are even tracks without any guitar at all. Consider, The sexy swing of track number three, “Concentrate.” With a beat that you cannot help but slowly sway to, and the swagger of Jason's sultry vocal, the point is made without the need for a six-string.

Perhaps the most noticeable aural quality of this release is the to-the-point nature of Martin's vocal, in both performance and presentation. While many would site his vocals as more subtle in approach on previous releases, this is Martin at his most confident and most clear. His choice of melody is pinpoint, as his voice carries the music, rather than the other way around.

Though SF59 has always been a band that is about albums, not singles, approaching songwriting from a stregth-in-numbers standpoint, there are several standout tracks that deserve first attention. “The Brightest Of The Head” is a snowy hillside stroked and brushed with echoes. “Taxi” shows a hint of Smiths throwback (but just a hint), moving through with tastefully-placed strums over a beat that pushes you forward like a cab through the urban sprawl at 3 A.M. And complemented by background the sounds of birds throughout the entire song, the ballad-like swell of Mr. Martin could even move those with hearts made of stone.

When you add in the fact that Mr. M. has produced his last several albums, including this, his latest and greatest you begin to realize he may just be one of the most underrated men in independent music, and Starflyer one of the most underrated bands.

“I don't really have a formula. I just write songs and try to make ?em as good as I can. And I have gotten used to self-producing. The idea of booking out 12 days in the studio where you have to get things done for better or worse, then getting home with the songs and thinking about all the things you would like to change, but knowing you cant...that's tough. I love the idea that if I don't like something I can always go back in my place and do it until I think it is right. Everyone has limitations on what they can do, but if you find something you can do reasonably well stick with that...you gotta just do what you do, and this approach works best for me.”

When you understand the subject matter behind the lyrics to Dial M, whether you are a lifetime Starflyer fan or a newcomer, you will realize the depth of faith this record possesses. And even if you were just a moderate listener before, you may just find this becoming the soundtrack to your next trial, thanks to Mr. M. On the opening track he provides provides a shrewd insight with a double meaning: For once, or maybe twice, i was in my prime...the best are made from these. That's what I say to put my mind at ease. The saddest songs are wrote in minor keys. Like Johnny Marr I want my please please please. The brutal honesty in the album's closer regarding the trials of the music industry should be mandatory reading for any new band: No need to remind that scans are unkind a lot of times. But i've tried, i've tried to write, what was in my head, what was in my head. Sometimes I feel, i feel so obsolete, because the kids want a faster beat. And if I was free, free to leave, but it's my kids, they need to eat. And if there was any doubt as the where Martin's priorities lie, you can find them on “M23”: Hey man you tired? ya that's me. You look worried, well ya that's me. Is it over? Well, we'll see... My memorial. Can I rely, can I? in the twinkling of an eye..of an eye, we'll rise. So I'll rely on Christ. in the twinkling of an eye we'll rise.

“My dad passed away last year, so this record for me is a bit more personal than my records usually are....Not that I have so much to say, but I really wanted to write some songs that had some meaning to me, and in a small way to honor my old man, who I really miss.”


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Mia Kim





Jul 1 2009 7:25 AM

it was down to 2 choices for the album cover, one pretty, *flowery* one that everyone loved and another theme that I loved more but wasn't too sure of. people voted. it was 60/40 most of the way for the flowers. I went with no flowers and SO glad I did. I think you'd like the flowers. hope you are well.
Low Country Thieves





Jun 25 2009 3:54 PM

Just wanted to stop by and say thanks and to let you know we posted the final mixes for "The Nickajack EP (Part One)" today. We'd love it if you stopped in for a listen and let us know what you think.

Thanks,
LCT
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Jun 23 2009 5:51 AM

what is up!!! jason
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Treading Gravity





Jun 18 2009 5:20 PM

Thanks for the add! We wish you the very best! ;)
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Jun 19 2009 9:27 AM

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Jun 19 2009 1:51 PM

to those who always wanted some of our music, but couldn't find our cd's, that time is over. we now have our cd " fall of the roman empire" for sale on our myspace page. if you don't want the whole album we also have a few of the songs available for purchase. come and visit our myspace, buy and download our music.
MXTV





Jun 10 2009 3:00 PM

thanks! for the add!
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Jun 10 2009 2:23 AM

Awesome music! Thanks for the add-new songs on player and new cd coming this summer!!
Floating Home Sound





Jun 7 2009 4:54 PM

. thank you .
Through The Storm





Jun 6 2009 3:23 AM

Thank you guys for blessing us with your friendship.

Pat/TTS
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Jun 8 2009 8:19 AM

Gorgeous albums.
Chrispy all for God!





Jun 9 2009 9:38 PM

hey how is everything?
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Jun 9 2009 6:57 AM

KISSING COUSINS "pillar of salt" available now ! @ www.velvetbluemusic.com or Itunes.

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June 14 , Los Angeles , CA @ Silver Factory Studios
Rostrum





Jun 3 2009 3:52 PM

thanks for being friends, your music never lets us down, and we are down, its helps us get back up, cheers!
Blake





May 28 2009 6:32 AM

You're the best!
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May 31 2009 12:49 AM

I love you like the
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May 27 2009 9:36 PM

Love your music...
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May 21 2009 1:59 AM

Thanks for add. We love to have you down at MTL for our events!
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May 23 2009 4:20 AM

Hey I got my Silver LP...F'n awesome you guys!
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May 15 2009 10:00 AM

Greetings from Janet... Is a happy day for me...
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May 14 2009 8:08 PM

hey I appreciate your music! thank you and keep it up!
M.Schartow





May 14 2009 6:56 PM

You guys are the best. I love you martin brothers to death and think that dial m takes you the the next level. I really love the production. Drums and vocals are sounding so sweet. Cant wait to catch your next tour.
Matt





May 15 2009 3:53 AM

I have been rediscovering your music lately. I truly forgot how brilliant your music is. You are an inspiration.
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