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MOONSPEED
12+ albums
shoegazeindiedream popdream noiseshoegazing
about
The origins of Moonspeed date back to 2003, when Jeff Suthers (Bright Channel, Volplane, Pale Sun, pteranodon , Orbiteer) began to record layered compositions that were both relaxed and sonically energetic. Suthers based these recordings primarily on the sounds of driving acoustic guitars with interplaying synthesizer and electric guitar melodies. The "Moonspeed" EP and "Songs From The Sun" album were assembled out of this material, and both were distributed as a handmade limited release on Flight Approved Records in 2006. On the eaves of winter 2007, preliminary and experimental rehearsals with a live four-piece ensemble were arranged with the intent of capturing the rhythmic tendencies and sonic layering found within the early Moonspeed recordings. The early live sessions contained both a trial of old material and a launch pad for new ideas and improvisations. This early cast included two electric guitars, bass, and drums. It was realized shortly thereafter that more players and sounds were necessary to fully realize the sonic nature of Moonspeed. Slowly, members were added to the cast in order to create a fully layered live ensemble. From 2007-2010, Moonspeed played a handful of shows around the Denver area (most notably the Monolith Festival at Red Rocks in 2008), recorded one full-length album, "Flowers of the Moon", and won a Westword music award. At its peak, the Moonspeed live band included 11 members: Jeff Suthers - Electric Guitar, Vocals Adam Shaffner - Bass Rya
