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Spain The Band SXSW 2013 Showcase Confirmed
February 12, 2013
The date and venue for Spain's SXSW 2013 showcase has been confirmed. This is the first SXSW appearance for the band, and is one of the band's first U.S. shows outside Los Angeles since their 2001 west coast tour. The info is: Spain Wednesday, March 13, 2013 SXSW 2013 Tuscson Music Factory Showcase Brass House, 115 San Jacinto Blvd., Austin Texas (512) 649-1253 Also appearing will be Marianne Dissard,… (read more)
The Band Spain To Perform At SXSW 2013
November 1, 2012
The band Spain has announced it will be performing at SXSW 2013 March 12-17 as part of the Tucson Music Factory's official label showcase. Spain, perhaps best known for their 1995 debut album "The Blue Moods Of Spain", and for their song "Spiritual" (which was subsequently recorded by Johnny Cash and a host of others), are promoting their latest album and first in over ten years, "The Soul Of Spain".… (read more)
Spain European Tour Nov./Dec. 2012
October 11, 2012
Two new dates have been added to the band Spain's Nov./Dec. 2012 European Tour. The updated schedule is: ALL SHOWS 21.11.12 - DE_Münster, Gleis 22 22.11.12 - DE-Offenbach, Hafen 2 23.11.12 - FR-Paris, BBMix Festival 24.11.12 - FR-Rouen, Le 106 25.11.12 - FR-Laval, Le 6x4 27.11.12 - FR-Clermont-Ferrand, La Cooperative de Mai 28.11.12 - FR-Coustellet, La Gare 29.11.12 - IT-Milano, Teatro dal Verme… (read more)
New Solo Album From The Band Spain's Josh Haden Out Now
October 8, 2012
Dead Sea Scrolls, the new solo album by the band Spain bassist & vocalist Josh Haden, was released today exclusively via BandCamp. Dead Sea Scrolls is the follow-up to Josh Haden's 2006 Dan The Automator-produced debut solo album Devoted. Dead Sea Scrolls is quite a change from Devoted, however, using lo-fi treated, religious-themed vocals, warbly bass guitar tones and neo-apocalyptic sound effects… (read more)
The Band Spain KCRW MBE Performance To Air 4 October 2012
September 27, 2012
On 6 September 2012 the band Spain taped an exclusive performance at KCRW in Los Angeles, CA., for KCRW's daily morning music show Morning Becomes Eclectic. Joining the band for three songs were the Haden Triplets (Rachel, Petra, and Tanya), and following the performance was an interview with KCRW DJ Raul Campos. The performance will air on Thursday, 4 October 2012 on Morning Becomes Eclectic at 9am… (read more)
The Band Spain Announce Nov./Dec. 2012 European Tour
August 29, 2012
The complete schedule for the band Spain’s Nov./Dec. European tour has been announced: 21.11.12 - DE_Münster, Gleis 22 22.11.12 - DE-Offenbach, Hafen 2 23.11.12 - FR-Paris, BBMix Festival 24.11.12 - FR-Rouen, Le 106 25.11.12 - FR-Laval, Le 6x4 27.11.12 - FR-Clermont-Ferrand, La Cooperative de May 28.11.12 - FR-Coustellet, La Gare 29.11.12 - IT-Milano, Teatro dal Verme 30.11.12 - CH-Vernier, Paroisse… (read more)
Pre-Order Classic Spain Albums on Vinyl Today
July 16, 2012
On August 28, 2012, Omnivore Recordings will be releasing the band Spain's acclaimed debut album The Blue Moods Of Spain (1995), along with She Haunts My Dreams (1999), and I Believe (2001) on vinyl for the first time ever. For pre-order info, including a special bundle rate for purchasing all three albums at once, visit the Omnivore Shop. (read more)
Omnivore Recordings To Release The Band Spain's 1990s and 2001 Albums On Vinyl For First Time Ever
July 16, 2012
OMNIVORE RECORDINGS TO RELEASE LIMITED-EDITION PRESSINGS OF SPAIN’S THREE CRITICALLY LAUDED ALBUMS FOR THE FIRST TIME ON VINYL! REISSUES FEATURE THE GROUP’S CLASSIC DEBUT THE BLUE MOODS OF SPAIN, FOLLOW UP SHE HAUNTS MY DREAMS, AND I BELIEVE – AVAILABLE AUGUST 28 SPAIN ANNOUNCE SPECIAL ALBUM RELEASE SHOW AT THE BOOTLEG BAR IN LOS ANGELES ON AUGUST 28 REUNITING JOSH, PETRA, TANYA AND RACHEL HADEN… (read more)
New Album From The Band Spain Now Available From iTunes
May 8, 2012
The band Spain's new album, "The Soul Of Spain", is now available in the U.S., Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Canada, Mexico, and Latin America (including Brazil) from iTunes. The U.S. link is here. (read more)
New Song From The Band Spain To Be KCRW's Top Tune May 10, 2012
April 30, 2012
  "Walked On The Water", a track from the band Spain's new album, The Soul Of Spain, will be featured as KCRW's Today's Top Tune on May 10, 2012. Today's Top Tune is a free song a day, from KCRW's all Music Channel, that represents a cross section of KCRW's eclectic music format. Tracks selected are chosen from recent and upcoming releases as well as songs performed live on Morning Becomes Eclectic.… (read more)
Soul Of Spain U.S. Release Date
March 14, 2012
  The band Spain's brand new album, "The Soul Of Spain", will be released in the U.S. on May 8, 2012, initially on iTunes exclusively, with a physical release to follow. Featuring founding member and bassist/vocalist Josh Haden, lead guitarist Daniel Brummel, keyboardist/guitarist Randy Kirk, drummer Matt Mayhall, co-production with Billy Burke (Ozma), vocal/cello/violin appearances by the Haden… (read more)
Soul Of Spain European Release Date
March 5, 2012
The Soul Of Spain, the band Spain's first full-length album of new material in over ten years, will be released in Europe May 11, 2012 on Glitterhouse Records. See the Glitterhouse press page for more info. (read more)
Josh Haden Releases New Song Download For Free
December 23, 2011
Spain frontman Josh Haden has released a new song for free via Bandcamp. Download "In My Soul" here. (read more)
"Blue Moods Of Spain: A History, Pt. 2" Available Now
July 14, 2011
"Blue Moods of Spain: A History, Pt. 2" is now available exclusively from Bandcamp. Nine previously unreleased tracks recorded prior to 1995's landmark "Blue Moods Of Spain" album by the band Spain. Includes the original studio version of signature tune "World Of Blue" featuring Petra Haden on violin, and the original demo version of "Untitled #1", in addition to seven other rare tracks. Attached… (read more)
The Band Spain Releases "Miracle Man" For Free
June 20, 2011
The band Spain has released a song entitled "Miracle Man" from their forthcoming album as a free download from their Bandcamp site. "The Soul Of Spain" represents the band's first release of new material in over ten years, and they are trying to finance it via fanfunding website Kickstarter. Those interested in making a pledge towards the completion of the album can do so by visiting the band's Kickstarter… (read more)
"Blue Moods Of Spain: A History, Pt. 1" 99¢ Now And Forever
June 13, 2011
Thanks to the recent success of Lady Gaga, Blue Moods Of Spain: A History, Pt. 1, the music collection which brings together 13 previously unreleased pre-Blue Moods demos from the band Spain along with a descriptive and illustrated 20-page pdf booklet, can be purchased in the form of a download in a plethora of digital formats for only 99¢. This deal will last until the end of time. Exclusively from… (read more)
Download "Blue Moods Of Spain: A History, Pt. 1" for .99¢
June 3, 2011
In honor of the recent pact between Lady Gaga and Amazon.com, Spain is offering downloads of "Blue Moods Of Spain: A History, Pt. 1" for only .99¢. 13 previously unreleased demos recorded prior to the band's landmark 1995 "Blue Moods Of Spain" album, with 20 pg. pdf booklet. Offer ends June 8, 2011. This special deal will hopefully call attention to the band's upcoming album "The Soul Of Spain",… (read more)
Spain Using Kickstarter To Fund New Album
May 24, 2011
The band Spain, creators of the seminal 1995 slowcore album "Blue Moods Of Spain", is utilizing fan-funding website Kickstarter to finish recording and to release their new album, "The Soul Of Spain". The album will be the band's first full-length collection of new material in over ten years. Founding member Josh Haden reprises his role as bassist/vocalist, Daniel Brummel (of the band Ozma) plays… (read more)
The Band Spain To Perform At Culture Collide 2011
May 11, 2011
The band Spain has been slated to perform at the 2011 Culture Collide Festival, the annual international musical gathering in Los Angeles curated by Filter Magazine. This year's edition takes place over five days in October and also includes artists such as CSS (Brazil), Lindstrøm (Norway), Liam Finn (New Zealand), Isobel Campbell (Scotland), and many others. For full line-up and more info check… (read more)
Blue Moods Of Spain: A History, Pt. 1 Available Now
December 9, 2010
Blue Moods Of Spain: A History, Pt. 1, a collection featuring 13 previously unreleased tracks recorded prior to 1995's landmark Blue Moods Of Spain album by the band Spain, is available now from Spain's Bandcamp.com page, as well as iTunes and other digital music retailers. Available exclusively with the album download from Bandcamp.com is a 20-page .pdf file which includes liner notes written by… (read more)
New 7" From The Band Spain
October 22, 2010
"I'm Still Free", the 2010 two-song ep marking the return of Josh Haden's band Spain, is now available as a 7" single. "I'm Still Free" is the first new release from the band in over eight years. Signed copies can be purchased from both Josh Haden's and Spain's websites. Copies will be available in stores starting Nov. 2 via Cobraside Distribution.  (read more)
Spain's Randy Kirk Joins The Hammond Artist Roster
October 18, 2010
Randy Kirk, longtime keyboardist/guitarist of the band Spain, has joined the esteemed ranks of Jim Beard, Neal Doughty, Jon Hammond, Dr. Lonnie Smith, and many other legendary organists, as an official endorsee of the Hammond Organ Co. and their Hammond XK-1. Check out Randy's Hammond Artist Profile page. (read more)
Spain's "I'm Still Free" Included in Rocktime Podcast.
October 2, 2010
Spain's latest song, "I'm Still Free", was included in a recent edition of the Rocktime podcast. (read more)
Free Song Download From The Band Spain & Bandcamp.com
July 15, 2010
Longtime fans and new listeners alike are now able to download the most recent song from the band Spain, "Hang Your Head Down Low", for free from Spain's Bandcamp.com page. The song, culled from Spain's "I'm Still Free" EP, represents the band's first new songs in over eight years. Spain is currently in the studio working on their new album, to be released in late 2010 or 2011. In exchange for the… (read more)
Spain's Kickstarter Campaign to release 7" DIY style a success
June 15, 2010
Spain's Kickstarter Campaign to release 7" DIY style a success by Michele McManmon L.A. Indie Music Examiner Spain had issues with their label because they wanted to release their single "I'm still free" on 7" Vinyl. Sound familiar? Spain took back their deal with the label and a friend mentioned to them http://www.kickstarter.com Now after getting backing from fans, new and old, Spain has successfully… (read more)
Q&A Josh of Spain
June 8, 2010
Q&A Josh of Spain by Michele McManmon - L.A. Indie Music Examiner The group Spain is a deep, soulful, moody love child of the talented bassist Josh Haden. The group made a huge impact on the music scene in the 1995-2003 with 4 CD releases, gaining the attention of greats such as Johnny Cash, producer Rick Rubin, and legendary bassist Mike Watt. To help Spain get their single "I'm still free"… (read more)
"I'm Still Free" Kickstarter 7" Update
May 26, 2010
Recently two new pledge levels have been created for Spain's Kickstarter.com "I'm Still Free" 7" project. For a pledge of $25, you get a signed copy of the 7" mailed to you, your name listed in the "thank you" section on the back of the disc jacket, AND a signed copy of the limited second edition "I'm Still Free" CD single.For a pledge of $50 or more (which we're calling the "Fan Gift Pack"), a… (read more)
Kickstart The Band Spain's "I'm Still Free" 7"
April 30, 2010
The band Spain has decided to partner with Kickstarter.com and appeal directly to their fans for support in manufacturing their "I'm Still Free" single to 7" vinyl. At Spain's page on Kickstarter, there are different levels of involvement within which the fan can participate in the manufacturing of the 7", starting at $10 for a copy of the disc, to $15 for an autographed copy, to $20 for an autographed… (read more)
Spain - Hang Your Head Down Low - The Video
April 5, 2010
The brand new video for Spain's "Hang Your Head Down Low" has been posted to Josh Haden's YouTube channel. "Hang Your Head Down Low" is included in Spain's 2010 limited edition "I'm Still Free" CD single and is also available digitally from iTunes, Amazon, and wherever fine digital music is sold. More information can be found by going to Spain's website. (read more)
Spain Appears On "American Wheeze" Podcast
March 24, 2010
The band Spain's new song, "I'm Still Free", along with an older song, "Every Time I Try", appears on the latest "American Wheeze" radio show podcast from Portugal. (read more)
The Return Of The Blue Moods Of Spain
March 12, 2010
From The Misread City: The Return of The Blue Moods of Spain How often you arrive at a club and kick yourself for having missed the opening band? Not bloody often I'll bet. But when I got to Spaceland on Saturday to find I'd arrived too late to see a rare (and barely announced) show by LA indie kings Spain, my heart sunk into the kind of melancholy the group conjures so well in song.Spain, which is… (read more)
Spain Tonight At Spaceland In Los Angeles
March 5, 2010
Spain will be playing tonight, Friday, March 5, at Spaceland in Los Angeles. Also performing will be The Wooden Birds and The Clientele. Spain starts at 9pm. Ticket Link. (read more)
Visit The New Official Spain Website
February 26, 2010
The official website for the band Spain is now live! http://www.spaintheband.com. (read more)
Spain's Origami Show Postponed
February 13, 2010
Spain's show tonight (2-13-2010) at Origami Vinyl has been postponed. Sorry about that and thanks for your patience. It'll be rescheduled soon. (read more)
Last Copies Of Spain's 1996 "Funny How Time Slips Away" 7" Now On Sale
February 11, 2010
The original 1996 7" featuring Spain's cover of Willie Nelson's "Funny How Time Slips Away" is available now from the JoshHaden.com Store. Signed by Josh. Only ten copies left.   (read more)
Spain's "Hang Your Head Down Low" Now Available From iTunes
February 11, 2010
Spain's new song "Hang Your Head Down Low", from the recently released "I'm Still Free" ep, is now available from iTunes. (read more)
Spain's Limited Edition "I'm Still Free" CD EP Now For Sale
February 3, 2010
Would you like to purchase Spain's limited edition "I'm Still Free" CD EP? Now you can. Just go to http://www.joshhaden.com and click on the "buy" link. (read more)
Spain To Be Featured On KCRW's Today's Top Tune Podcast Jan. 13, 2010
January 11, 2010
Spain's new song, "I'm Still Free", will be featured on L.A. radio station KCRW's "Today's Top Tune" podcast on Wednesday, January 13 2010. Today's Top Tune is a free song a day, from KCRW's all Music Channel, that represents a cross section of KCRW's eclectic music format. Each song will be available for download and podcast. (read more)
Spain's "I'm Still Free" Now Available From iTunes
January 10, 2010
Spain's first new release in almost a decade, the song "I'm Still Free", is now available for purchase as a digital download from iTunes. The link is: http://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/spain/id7374882 (read more)
Song of the Day: Spain - I’m Still Free
January 6, 2010
Song of the Day: Spain - I’m Still Free http://blog.kexp.org/blog/2010/01/06/song-of-the-day-spain-im-still-free/ (read more)
Spain To Be Featured On KEXP's Song Of The Day Podcast Jan. 6, 2010
January 4, 2010
The band Spain's new song, "I'm Still Free", will be featured on KEXP's Song Of The Day podcast this Wednesday, January 6. As always, this podcast is available for free.  Subscribe to the KEXP Song of the Day podcast with iTunes:http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=121393815Subscribe to the KEXP Song of the Day podcast with another service:http://www.kexp.org/podcast_songoftheday.xml… (read more)
Spain Featured In KEXP's Music That Matters Podcast
December 27, 2009
Spain's new song, "I'm Still Free", is featured in the latest Music That Matters podcast from Seattle's radio station KEXP. You can download the podcast now for free using iTunes here, using a different service here, or you can download the entire podcast in mp3 form here. Its also available directly from KEXP's website. Those links again: Music That Matters episode 180 "Lucid… (read more)
Spain - I'm Still Free: The Video
December 17, 2009
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Spain To Perform Live At Spaceland On Dec. 19, 2009 - The Commercial
December 4, 2009
Spain will be performing live at Spaceland (1717 Silver Lake Blvd. in Los Angeles) on Saturday, December 19, 2009, at 10pm. They will be selling an exclusive limited edition Spaceland-only CD at the show. Check out the big-budget commercial. (read more)
Spain 7" Release Date Has Been Delayed
November 24, 2009
The release date for the new Spain 7"/iTunes digital single has been delayed until January 26. (read more)
Spain In The Studio, Again!
November 9, 2009
Over the weekend Spain's Daniel Brummel and Loveless Motel owner/engineer Billy Burke worked diligently on the new Spain song "I'm Still Free", making improvements in anticipation of its Dec. 15 2009 release on Acuarela Discos. (read more)
New Spain Songs - The Commercial
October 20, 2009
A big budget, sci-fi-themed video promoting the upcoming Spain 7" on Acuarela Discos and promoting the Spain L.A. shows in November and December has been posted on my youtube channel! If you like it, favorite it and give it a rating, it might become a youtube hit (it has that kind of potential)! And don't forget to leave a comment! :)http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DZJ1OdZGS8w (read more)
New Spain Songs Up
October 10, 2009
The new Spain single won't be released until December 15, but you can hear the songs now on the Spain Myspace mp3 player. Enjoy!  (read more)