Suspension Bridge Workshop – 001

Suspension Bridge Workshop – 001


Suspension Bridge Workshop

001

Catalog Number.: FLTTRY193
Release Date:  December 15, 2023
© Fluttery Records

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Track List

1. Quit Hogging The Space Heater
2. Oh Crap, He’s Still Alive
3. This Is Not A Math Rock Song, This Song Is Sunday Bloody Sunday
4. Energy Vampire Energy
5. We Got Stuck Calling This The 7/8 Song
6. Let’s All Go To The Lobby (And Have Ourselves A Panic Attack)
7. Yes, Finally. Wait, No.
8. It Ends Where It Begins
9. Moving Twin Peaks To Saturdays
10. Everything Is Technically Post-Slint
11. Everyone Works For Peanuts If We Spend Our Money On Peanuts
12. The Band’s Last Dance, But Not Its Best Song

Suspension Bridge Workshop, an instrumental rock band hailing from Los Angeles, CA, is set to unveil their debut album, “001,” a captivating exploration of the classic indie rock sound with a modern twist.

The trio, comprising core members Michael Bouvet (guitar, also plays guitars in Arms Of Tripoli, another LA post-rock band), Gabriel Lewis (bass), and Ben Pablo (drums), has meticulously crafted a collection of dynamic instrumental post-rock tracks that defy traditional structures. Unlike the conventional slow-build approach, Suspension Bridge Workshop delivers music that transitions seamlessly from part to part and mood to mood, offering a refreshing urgency to their sonic narrative.

The album, produced and recorded by the band in their Los Angeles studio, and mixed and mastered by Tommy Hazerian, exemplifies a back-to-basics rock ethos. Dispensing with a vocalist, Suspension Bridge Workshop allows each instrument to articulate its voice, creating a unique and authentic musical expression. The absence of click tracks and elaborate studio effects reinforces the band’s commitment to delivering a raw and genuine rock experience.

“001” draws inspiration from a diverse spectrum of influences, from the progressive rock stylings of Yes and King Crimson to the experimental post-rock nuances of Tortoise and Slint, and the atmospheric soundscapes akin to Mogwai. The album invites listeners on a sonic journey where tracks like “Oh Crap, He’s Still Alive” explore heavier elements, while “This Is Not A Math Rock Song, This Song Is Sunday Bloody Sunday” introduces somber strings, offering a multifaceted adventure for active or passive listening.

Suspension Bridge Workshop embraces a deliberate choice in not having a traditional singer, aiming to convey a universal emotional connection and range that transcends individual perspectives. The band’s debut resonates with authenticity, blending quiet and loud moments, a touch of mathy complexity, and an overarching commitment to crafting memorable songs.

With influences ranging from math rock and angular indie rock to experimental post-rock, Suspension Bridge Workshop defies categorization, creating a sound uniquely their own and their debut album, “001,” is a testament to their musical integrity.

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