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Built to Spill

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Built to Spill
Biography

Built to Spill: history and sound

Built to Spill are an American indie rock band based in Boise, Idaho, United States. The band has released eight full-length albums. Built to Spill brings musical masterworks to your ears. With soaring vocals and unique chord progressions, they craft songs that find a home in your heart. Best Songs is soulful yet catchy, infused with remembered refrains you'll hum between plays. Whether you're gently swaying or mesmorized by the sound, Built to Spill is sure to capture your spirit. Close your eyes--powerfully rendered tunes and deeply felt melodies await. Built to Spill brings musical masterworks to your ears. With soaring vocals and unique chord progressions, they craft songs that find a home in your heart. "Best Songs" is soulful yet catchy, infused with remembered refrains you'll hum between plays. Whether you're gently swaying or mesmorized by the sound, Built to Spill is sure to capture your spirit. Close your eyes--powerfully rendered tunes and deeply felt melodies await.
The Musical Biography of Built to Spill: Best Songs, Genre, Famous Concerts, and Critic Reviews
If you're someone who loves alternative rock, Built to Spill is a band you cannot ignore. This Boise, Idaho-based band has been creating music since the early '90s and has a substantial place in the rock music industry. Throughout their career, they have released several albums that feature meaningful and poetic lyrics, blended with guitar-heavy melodies. In this blog post, we'll take a deep dive into the unique musical biography of Built to Spill - covering their best songs, music genre, and the most famous concerts. We will also look into what the critics have to say about this iconic band.
Built to Spill came into existence in 1992 when Doug Martsch, the band's frontman, came up with the idea to form a band. The band went through several changes in their lineup over the years. But Doug Martsch remained the only constant member, making him the face of the iconic band. Known for his songwriting and exceptional guitar skills, Doug Martsch's inspiration for his music comes from a wide range of sources, including old blues records and punk rock.
Over the years, Built to Spill's sound has evolved, beginning with its first album Ultimate Alternative Wavers, released in 1993. But, it was their second album There's Nothing Wrong With Love, that catapulted them to the mainstream. The album featured some of their finest tracks, such as Car, Big Dipper, and Twin Falls. Built to Spill's music genre is best described as post-grunge, alternative rock, and indie rock, with a few pop influences.
Among their vast catalog, songs like Carry the Zero, You Were Right, The Plan, and Living Zoo are some of the gems that Built to Spill fans hold dear. Carry the Zero, for instance, features a mesmerizing guitar solo that glides along smoothly with the melody, leaving you craving more.
Built to Spill's concerts have impressed critics and fans alike. The sound of their live performances is nothing less than magical, as they recreate their recorded music with precision and energy. One such concert was when Built to Spill performed at the Bowery Ballroom in NYC. It was more than three hours of heartfelt, dynamic music that left fans in a state of awe. The concert featured some of their most iconic songs, like You Were Right and Car, which left the audience wanting more.
When it comes to critic reviews, Built to Spill's music is always appreciated for its poetic and thought-provoking lyrics and its intricate guitar work. According to NPR, Built to Spill is one of the most inventive and unique bands to come out of the Northwest. Martsch's music always has one foot firmly planted in the genre's past while having another foot explore new musical terrain.
Built to Spill has come a long way since they first appeared on the alternative rock music scene. The band's unique sound and consistent evolution have been celebrated by their fans and reviewers alike. Whether it's their poetic and thought-provoking lyrics or their mesmerizing guitar melodies, Built to Spill has something for everyone. As the band continues to create music and perform year after year, it's safe to say that they will always hold a place in the hearts of music listeners.
Songs

Selected YouTube songs from our archive

Life's A Dream
Built to Spill Life's A Dream
Trimmed And Burning
Built to Spill Trimmed And Burning
The Host
Built to Spill The Host
Alarmed
Built to Spill Alarmed
Happiness
Built to Spill Happiness
Fly Around My Pretty Little Miss
Built to Spill Fly Around My Pretty Little Miss
Articles and news

Stories, updates and listening guides

Future plans

Built to Spill: next events

Music Hall of Williamsburg New York (NYC), US Buy the ticket!
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Empire Live Springfield, US Buy the ticket!
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3S Artspace Manchester, US Buy the ticket!
The Sinclair Boston / Cambridge, US Buy the ticket!
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District Music Hall Bridgeport, US Buy the ticket!
The Ardmore Music Hall - Pa Ardmore, US Buy the ticket!
Ardmore Music Hall Ardmore, US Buy the ticket!
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The Annex Norfolk, US Buy the ticket!
The Broadberry Richmond, US Buy the ticket!
Union Craft Brewing Baltimore, US Buy the ticket!
Mulcahy's Pub & Concert Hall New York (NYC), US Buy the ticket!
Black Box, Williams Center Rutherford, US Buy the ticket!